Originally founded in Galway, Ireland, in 2015 by Chef JP McMahon, Food on the Edge has grown into one of the world’s most influential gatherings of culinary minds. The symposium brings together international chefs, food producers, and industry leaders to discuss the future of food, sustainability, and the cultural impact of gastronomy.

To mark this significant milestone for Malta’s growing culinary scene, an exclusive media launch and press conference was held on Saturday, 2nd May, at the ME Hotel, Malta.

The event provided insight into the upcoming symposium and highlighted Malta’s role as a Mediterranean hub for gastronomic innovation. Following the formal press conference, attendees experienced a unique collaborative lunch. This meal was prepared by the visiting international chefs, JP McMahon, Oli Marlow, Jeffrey Vella and Matthew Orlando, alongside Chef Andre Spiteri of the ME Hotel, showcasing a fusion of global culinary styles and local Maltese ingredients.

Chef JP McMahon, Founder and Symposium Director of Food on the Edge, shared his enthusiasm for the symposium’s first overseas edition: “I am incredibly excited to bring Food on the Edge to Malta. This marks the first time the symposium has travelled outside of Ireland, and it is truly fitting that our first international destination is a fellow European island. I believe there are many parallels between Ireland and Malta regarding our food cultures, and I look forward to developing a meaningful dialogue between our two nations. Our goal is to bring together chefs and food entrepreneurs from across the globe to Malta, providing a unique platform to showcase the island’s exceptional culinary landscape to the world.”