LACA Main Event to welcome back Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse
Nadim and Tanya tragically lost their daughter, Natasha, following an allergic reaction to eating sesame seeds baked into the dough of a baguette. Following her death, they set up the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation (NARF) with a clear vision to help and cure people with allergies.
The duo will talk to people about the work of NARF, funding and supporting pioneering allergy research and the role that the school food sector needs to play safeguarding children with food allergies.
Since the 2021 LACA Main Event, which took place from 12-14 October, Nadim and Tanya received OBEs for their campaign to raise awareness about food allergies. The duo also received the Industry Recognition Award at the Public Sector Catering Awards, which took place on 7 April 2022.
NARF aims to bring about positive change by focusing on medical research, law and policies to raise allergy awareness. NARF wants to ensure the needs of people living with allergies are met in a meaningful way and to offer a real hope that will change the lives of all those living with this life-threatening disease.
Tanya said: “We have been determined that Natasha’s death should not be in vain. Following the successful implementation of Natasha’s Law, which has brought new ingredient and allergen labelling, we are delighted to announce the first Natasha clinical trial and we would like to thank Elior UK and our other founding partners for their support.”
Taking place over three days, the Main Event (6-8 July) includes a packed speaker programme, live demonstrations and free to attend, interactive workshops. To book your place, visit here.