The hangout will take place on Monday 26th January at 5pm, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to engage directly with Katie and Olivia as well as hear from Nestlé Professional’s expert judges. All registered students and lecturers can sign up for the session via the following link: here.

Together, Katie and Olivia will take students and lecturers through there first-hand experiences, from how the competition has already supported their career development to their top tips for making this year’s entries stand out.

Louise Bawden, senior events & strategic partnership manager at Nestlé Professional, said: “Our online hangout is a brilliant opportunity for students and lecturers to ask questions, gain new perspectives, and get fully prepared ahead of the Toque d’Or 2026 entry challenge. It will be a relaxed and informal environment, making it an unmissable event for those who have registered and want to excel in the competition.”