FOOD EXPO 2026 once again proved why it is considered the leading Food & Beverage exhibition in Southeastern Europe. The exhibition was transformed into a vibrant hub of international trade, innovation, and gastronomic inspiration. This year’s impressive participation reflects not only the scale of the event but also the trust the industry places in FOOD EXPO as the place where partnerships are built, new markets open, and the trends shaping the future of the industry emerge.
The numbers of FOOD EXPO 2026 are not just impressive; they demonstrate the momentum of an exhibition that continues to evolve into a benchmark event for the entire Southeastern European region. With 39,969 visitors from 80 countries, the exhibition became an international crossroads of taste and business. 3,797 international buyers, 1,300 exhibitors, and 1,000 Hosted Buyers confirmed its strategic role in global trade collaborations.
The 1,300 exhibitors, including 200 international participants, presented a world full of innovation, quality, and inspiration, showcasing more than 50,000 food and beverage products that highlighted the creativity and dynamism of the sector. The two stages and 70+ speakers and chefs brought ideas, trends, and gastronomic experiences to life, defining the pulse of the exhibition.
Traditional Products Took Center Stage
With 1,300 exhibitors from Greece and abroad, FOOD EXPO 2026 showcased an impressive range of products covering every aspect of the F&B sector. From premium Greek products with export orientation to innovative plant-based, vegan, sugar-free, and functional options, as well as high-quality traditional foods, the exhibition became a living panorama of modern gastronomic production.
Visitors had the opportunity to discover new technologies, sustainable packaging, low and no-alcohol beverages, and products that highlight the Mediterranean diet and Greek gastronomic identity—an experience that combined tradition, innovation, and international prospects.
A Purely B2B Exhibition
Once again, the event confirmed its strong B2B character. The intense activity at the booths, targeted meetings, and meaningful contacts created the ideal environment for new partnerships, commercial agreements, and the discovery of products that captured visitors’ attention. Many of these meetings laid the foundations for long-term strategic collaborations.
A Treasure of Flavors and Innovation
Thousands of professionals from mini markets, delicatessens, supermarkets, pastry shops, bakeries, taverns, restaurants, and hotels explored the exhibitors’ stands. There, they discovered a true treasure: exceptional olive oils, premium meat products, jams, honey, wines, dairy products, pasta, ready meals, spirits, frozen fish, as well as vegan, plant-based, and organic options.
It was an endless palette of products reflecting the creativity, quality, and dynamism of both Greek and international production.
2,000+ Premium Wines & Spirits Starred at OENOTELIA
OENOTELIA 2026, fully integrated into FOOD EXPO, once again became the ultimate destination for wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. With more than 2,000 labels presented, visitors had the opportunity to discover the richness of Greek vineyards, taste premium spirits, and enrich their business portfolios with exciting new selections that showcase the quality and diversity of Greek production.
Together, OENOTELIA and FOOD EXPO 2026 created an environment where Greek gastronomy, wine heritage, and modern innovation met—leaving visitors with the feeling that they had participated in an event of truly international scale, comparable to the world’s leading exhibitions.
The International Dimension Stronger Than Ever
This year’s event clearly confirmed its growing international influence. Key buyers from every corner of the world traveled to the exhibition in search of new partners, authentic products, and reliable producers.
It is no coincidence that many expressed great enthusiasm for the richness and quality of the products they discovered. Several even placed the exhibition at the same high level as the world’s leading international trade fairs—recognition that confirms the continuous growth, extroversion, and global momentum of the sector.
Their presence highlighted the global reach of FOOD EXPO and its stable position among the top exhibitions in the industry. These buyers, representing their countries and a wide range of business sectors, were impressed by the breadth and quality of Greek products—from exceptional traditional foods to niche, premium, and innovative offerings.
This year’s FOOD EXPO became a meeting point of cultures, flavors, and business opportunities, where international buyers found partners capable of supporting the growth of their businesses and bringing Greek quality to markets around the world.
2 Stages – 70+ Speakers & Chefs
The parallel events program was once again rich and multidimensional. The specially designed Mediterranean Food Stage: GReek Origins highlighted the country’s gastronomic excellence through live cooking shows and presentations that combined tradition with modern techniques.
At the F&B Business Laboratory Stage, leading F&B executives, branding experts, and institutional representatives shared knowledge, experiences, and market forecasts, offering valuable insights to industry professionals.
Within the framework of FOOD EXPO, an important and multifaceted conference by the Panhellenic Confederation of Exporters also took place, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of the agri-food export sector. With the participation of government representatives, institutional bodies, and leading market executives, the discussion focused on strategies for strengthening Greek exports, available financial tools, risk management, and the importance of quality throughout the entire production and export chain.
FOOD EXPO 2026 concluded with outstanding success, leaving behind a strong commercial and business impact. The energy, creativity, and extroversion that characterized this year’s event raised the bar even higher and confirmed Greece’s role as an international hub of quality and innovation in the Food & Beverage sector.
The next major meeting of the F&B industry has already been set: March 20–22, 2027. Then, FOOD EXPO 2027 will once again open its doors, and the market will gather not just to discover new trends—but to meet the future itself.
