Casual Dining will now run at the same time as lunch! and the London debut of Commercial Kitchen.

Eva Ellis, event manager for Casual Dining, said: “The best, safest and most responsible option for everyone involved is to wait and host an even better show in September 2021 alongside lunch! and Commercial Kitchen.

“We believe this model will give all our valued exhibitors and buyers even more opportunities to do business, in an even safer environment, when they need it most.

“The good news is that most of the event planning is already in place, and we go into 2021 with an incredible amount of goodwill and encouragement. The team would like to thank the whole community for their support. We look forward to working together to ensure that it continues to be the celebration and gathering the hospitality industry deserves – and can be proud of.”

Many Casual Dining exhibitors and visitors are among the millions of people currently furloughed, which makes it even harder for companies to plan their stands and product launches.

Chris Brazier, group event director for the shows, added: “All three shows focus on innovation and inspiration for hospitality operators. There is a great potential for collaboration and there is certainly more of a crossover of attendees than ever before as innovative and resilient brands pivot to become multichannel operators in testing times.

“We are thrilled to offer this strategic co-locate and feel that all three events will benefit hugely from this move. While all three will remain separate shows, they will in effect create one much larger hospitality event for the industry at the time that it needs it most.”