Gulfood 30th Edition: The Next Era of F&B Begins Here

Gulfood 2025 is set to redefine the F&B industry with never-seen-before advancements and culinary experiences. This milestone event will bring together market leaders, award-winning chefs and forward-thinkers to explore new frontiers in F&B.

Key highlights will include the Food500 Summit, where global CEOs will address critical industry challenges. Discovery Tours will offer tailored sourcing opportunities for F&B professionals, while Top Table will delve into culinary arts and futurism.?

Designed to inspire, challenge and connect — the 30th edition of Gulfood is your chance to explore the next era in food.

FOOD500 SUMMIT: DRIVING PROGRESS AND INSPIRING GROWTH

Food500 is a global summit for F&B industry leaders, bringing together CEOs, policymakers, investors, innovators, food scientists and academics to address key issues across the rising food industry.?

From talks like 'Visionaries: Exploring Cutting-Edge Technologies Driving Food Tech' to 'Pioneering Smart Agricultural Systems in the F&B Sector' and more, the summit aims to drive business, inspire change and fuel global economic growth.

This is your chance to engage with the brightest minds driving transformation in the food value chain.

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EXPLORE AND SOURCE WITH DISCOVERY TOURS

Over five days, in curated tours will be available, designed to connect you directly with the products you’re most interested in sourcing. The tours will focus on diverse food categories such as Gourmet, Alternative Proteins, Ready-to-Eat and Plant-Based.?

F&B professionals, buyers and sourcing experts can gain valuable insights, access exclusive products and make informed business decisions while exploring key trends influencing global F&B.

Participants can book slots for the Discovery Tour that covers their areas of interest, facilitating efficient exploration and networking across the 24 expansive halls.

WITNESS THE FUTURE OF GASTRONOMY AT TOP TABLE

Top Table will return with a charismatic group of iconic international and local chefs who are reimagining the way we create food. With a bold focus on culinary futurism, this edition will debut new techniques, inventive flavour combinations and unconventional textures that will surprise and delight consumers.

Avant-garde culinary masterpieces will take centre stage with exclusive dishes and futuristic creations presented for the first time. Exciting features will include The Culinary Debate, Blend Studio, YouthX Young Chef Challenge, The Tasting Room and Gulfood After Hours.

CELEBRATING EMERGING TALENT WITH YOUTHX YOUNG CHEF CHALLENGE?

The next generation of culinary talent will compete in a thrilling competition that tests the skills of young hotel chefs from across the globe. Emerging chefs will challenge conventions with innovative techniques and daring ingredient transformations.

Who will emerge victorious to secure the AED 100,000 prize and a career-enhancing internship at a prestigious restaurant or culinary school? Experience all the excitement at the 30th edition of Gulfood.

MINDBLOWING MIXOLOGY AT BLEND STUDIO

Celebrate the artistry of beverages with immersive masterclasses that highlight the latest trends and exclusive creations crafted by industry experts.

Discover coffee culture and the most trending crafted drinks while taking advantage of opportunities to connect with and learn from leading beverage professionals.

THE CULINARY DEBATE: TAKING ON F&B’S BIGGEST TALKING POINTS

The Culinary Debate is set to be a dynamic platform where master chefs will engage in spirited discussions on pivotal industry topics, including sustainability, sourcing and healthy eating. These debates will offer fresh perspectives to address critical challenges in the rapidly evolving culinary landscape.

Participants can expect to gain valuable insights into the latest trends, challenges and opportunities directly from top chefs and F&B industry leaders.?

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THE TASTING ROOM: UNCOVER THE BEST IN CULINARY INNOVATION?

If you’d like to explore the most exciting products, transformative partnerships, or trends set to make waves, this is an experience you can’t afford to miss.

Get hands-on with an array of exciting products as top F&B brands invite you to taste and explore their culinary creations. Discover gastronomic advances that internationally celebrated chefs will evaluate and spotlight for exceptional quality and creativity.

Connect directly with chefs, industry pioneers and leading brands while building meaningful business relationships. Secure your spot at exclusive, pre-booked sessions to experience must-try offerings and engage with acclaimed culinary experts.

INTERNATIONAL ICONS COLLABORATE AT DUBAI WORLD CUISINE

An exclusive four-hands dinner series that brings together celebrated international chefs and homegrown culinary talent. These unique collaborations offer a one-of-a-kind opportunity to savour bespoke menus, where local flavours and global expertise converge to create exceptional dining experiences.

AFTER HOURS: EXQUISITE DINING EXPERIENCES AT OUR MUST-VISIT PARTNER RESTAURANTS

Dive into Dubai’s dynamic food scene with Gulfood After Hours. In partnership with the city’s most iconic restaurants, this exclusive experience invites you on a flavourful journey through Dubai’s diverse gastronomy scene.

From casual eateries to fine dining, you’ll experience the very best Dubai has to offer, outside of the exhibition halls. Simply book, show your ticket and enjoy exclusive offers at venues across the city.

HONOURING PIONEERING PRODUCTS AT THE GULFOOD INNOVATION AWARDS

The Gulfood Innovation Awards will honour brands setting a new standard for excellence in F&B. Recognising forward-thinking products that demonstrate creativity, ingenuity and impact, these prestigious awards highlight the best in the F&B industry across 10 categories.

Visitors can explore the most innovative products selected by an expert jury, gain industry insights trends and connect with the pioneers behind these advancements. The event inspires attendees with fresh ideas and actionable strategies to drive business growth. Stay tuned as the shortlists will be announced this month.

INFINITE CONNECTIONS & GLOBAL SOURCING OPPORTUNITIES

Gulfood 2025 promises to be an exceptional showcase of forward-thinking insights, strategic collaboration and F&B excellence. With standout new features, world-class expertise and unmatched networking and sourcing opportunities, this is an essential event for industry leaders.

Join us at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 17–21 February 2025 and discover the next frontier of food. Register now at www.gulfood.com.