Held Under the Patronage of H.H Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA)

Features

Experience dynamic stages, live shows, and specialty zones that bring innovation, craft, and culture to life — all in a fresh, modern setting.

World Gourmet Show: masterclasses and interactive demos

Culinary Stage

World Gourmet Show

Showcases live masterclasses, interactive cooking demonstrations, and cutting-edge culinary techniques, featuring top chefs and food experts from around the globe. Ingredients are sourced from exhibitors to spotlight product quality and creativity.

Brew Bar tasting experience

Tasting Experience

Brew Bar

A dedicated tasting bar curated under SCA guidelines, where visitors can explore signature brews, compare methods (pour-over, immersion, espresso), and discover beans and roasters through guided live demos.

National Cup Tasters Championship competition

Championships

National Cup Tasters Championship

A high-intensity competition sanctioned by SCA, where top baristas from across the region test their sensory skills to identify taste differences at speed. The championship raises the bar for coffee excellence and celebrates industry talent.

Honey Pavilion with local producers and tasting

Local Producers

Honey Pavilion

A dedicated showcase for local honey producers to exhibit regional varieties, share production stories, and connect with buyers seeking authentic, high-quality products rooted in heritage and terroir.

Proteins Alternative (PALT) – alternative proteins and innovation

Policy & Innovation

Proteins Alternative (PALT)

A flagship initiative of ADIO’s AGWA cluster, PALT convenes the global alternative protein ecosystem — from pioneering start-ups and major F&B players to regulators and future-focused consumers — to explore how alternative proteins are reshaping the future of food.
  • Regulatory harmonization to accelerate market adoption
  • Access to finance for scaling ventures
  • The role of novel foods in food security
  • Collaboration within Abu Dhabi’s ecosystem to drive innovation
Announcement Stage for MoU signings and product launches

Showcase & Media

Announcement Stage

A dedicated platform for high-visibility moments: MoU signings, strategic partnership agreements, major product launches, and press briefings. Professionally stage-managed time slots, branded backdrops, and coordinated media support ensure maximum exposure for exhibitors and partners.