Fuelled by Plants: Strength, Confidence & Real Food with Sophie Waplington

The Eat This Podcast with Dr. Alan Desmond – Live!

An Evening of Incredible Food & Unmissable Conversation at The Hall, Exeter.

Join Dr. Alan Desmond for a very special live recording of The Eat This Podcast — an evening of energising conversation, delicious food, and uplifting community. Alan will be joined by Sophie Waplington, the powerhouse behind @sophsplantkitchen, with over 1.2 million followers and a fast-growing reputation for transforming plant-based food into fuel for strength, health, and confidence.

Sophie is not your average recipe creator — her content is all about high-protein plant-based meals, balanced nutrition, and building a body you feel strong in. From resistance training to hormone-friendly nutrition and practical meal prep tips, Sophie shows that plant-based living can be deeply satisfying and performance-enhancing.

This live conversation will explore:

• How Sophie uses food as a tool for energy, fitness, and self-confidence

• The myth that plant-based diets lack protein — and how to bust it

• Real-life strategies for eating to support training, strength, and well-being

• The journey from food lover to content creator and digital community leader

• Why plant-based eating should be empowering, not restrictive

Expect honest chat, expert insights, delicious food — and plenty of audience Q&A with Sophie and Alan.

This is your chance to be part of a live audience for a powerful podcast conversation about the future of food, fitness, and feeling your best.

Running Order for the Evening:

7:00 PM – Doors Open at The Hall
Arrive early, meet like-minded guests, and soak up the atmosphere.

7:15 PM – Live Podcast Recording
Dr. Alan Desmond in conversation with Sophie Waplington — real talk on food, health, fitness, and living plant-based in the real world.

8:00 PM – Beautiful Plant-Based Meal (served family-style)
A vibrant, seasonal feast from Bel's Kitchen to nourish your body and tastebuds.

8:45 PM – Live Q&A
Alan and Sophie return to the stage to take your questions.

9:30 PM – Event Ends
Leave inspired, well-fed, and ready to take your own health journey to the next level.

Menu Preview 🍽️

Lovingly prepared and served family-style. 100% plant-based, gluten-free catered for, seasonal, and bursting with flavour:

• Courgette, Lemon, Basil & Mint Bruschetta on whole grain sourdough

• Deep-Fried Tofu with spicy red pepper & walnut dip

• Roast Asparagus with rocket & whipped cashew 'ricotta'

• Mountain Polenta with ratatouille & fennel seed pangrattato

• New Potato Salad with spring onions, Dijon mustard, dill, capers & oat fraiche

• Wild Nettle & Sunflower Seed Pesto with butter beans

• Pear, Apple & Raspberry Crumble with warm soya custard

We really hope you can make it. Whether you’re plant-curious, already plant-powered, or looking for fresh inspiration for your health journey — this is your night.

Note: We’re sorry that James Collier (co-founder of Huel) is no longer able to attend due to unforeseen circumstances. We know many of you were looking forward to hearing from James — but we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Sophie Waplington instead. With her vibrant approach to plant-based nutrition, fitness, and food that fuels both body and mind, we’re sure you’ll agree she’s a fantastic guest to join Dr. Alan Desmond on stage