Guiding Today. Defining Tomorrow. Meet RATIONAL at HRC 2026
Rational, the global leader in hot food preparation technology, will showcase its latest innovations at Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Show, taking place 30 March – 1st April 2026 at ExCeL London.
Visitors to Stand S210 will be able to experience the cooking systems shaping professional kitchens today and tomorrow. The iCombi Pro combi oven remains an essential part of modern operations, while the versatile iVario Pro technogically advanced bratt ban shows how much more efficient and flexible a kitchen can be when multifunctional technology is put to work. Looking ahead, the iHexagon will also be on demonstration, bringing together steam, hot air, and microwave technology in a single unit to deliver even faster, high‑quality results, offering a glimpse of what the future of cooking will look like.
In addition, Rational will highlight ConnectedCooking, its digital platform that simplifies kitchen management, enhances workflow visibility, and ensures seamless connectivity across all compatible devices.
Arena Shows: An Exclusive Culinary Experience  Â
Throughout HRC, Rational will host a series of exclusive Arena Shows, giving visitors a close-up view of how its intelligent cooking systems perform in real-service environments. With only 15 seats available per session, these demonstrations offer the chance to watch Rational expert chefs prepare dishes live, enjoy freshly cooked samples, and gain practical insights into enhancing kitchen efficiency, speed, and consistency.
Demonstrations include the iVario Pro and iCombi Pro, along with a new addition to the Arena experience: sessions showcasing the iHexagon. Taking place on Tuesday 31 March is a special demonstration by Simon Rogan MBE, Rational Ambassador and Chef/Owner of L’Enclume. Visitors to the Arena will have the opportunity to see and sample dishes from Simon, the award-winning chef and restaurateur.
Visitors are encouraged to secure their place in these popular demonstrations by registering at:Â HRC 2026 Registration | RATIONAL
Rational invites all HRC attendees to visit Stand S210 to see these technologies in action. From hands‑on demonstrations to expert advice, this is a chance to discover the future of cooking with Rational and how the appliances transform kitchen operations alongside consistent, reliable results.
