ExpoCulinaire 2025: A Complete Culinary Experience for Industry Professionals 21–23 May 2025 | Expo Centre Sharjah
ExpoCulinaire 2025 is back in Sharjah from 21–23 May! Top suppliers, world-class competitions, and culinary excellence – all under one roof.
Now in its 6th edition, ExpoCulinaire 2025 returns to Expo Centre Sharjah from 21 - 23 May, offering a focused environment for leading suppliers to the HoReCa and foodservice industry, alongside top Culinary Competitions – Proudly organised in collaboration with the Emirates Culinary Guild and endorsed by the World Association of Chefs Societies, the event continues to set the regional standard for industry engagement and culinary excellence.
Powered by Industry Leaders. ExpoCulinaire is proud to announce five industry-defining brands as Headline Sponsors: PRISTINE, ARAMTEC, AL GHURAIR, UNOX, and IRCA GROUP. These companies are recognised not only as trusted suppliers, but as strategic partners in shaping the region’s culinary future. Their presence at the show reflects a shared commitment to innovation, quality and professional development across the foodservice sector.
Other confirmed companies include well-known names such as DEL MONTE, AMERICAN GARDEN, PARAMOUNT TRADING, BARAKAT, SAT HOSPITALITY GLOBAL, TAAZA, AL RAZANA, ANGT, SWITCH, HEARTY MART, GERMAN ICE CREAM FACTORY, AL JAZIRA and MA HAWA, alongside long-time supporters US MEAT, POTATOES USA and CALIFORNIA WALNUTS. Their presence offers the opportunity to meet directly with suppliers and explore new product offerings and solutions that can be implemented in professional kitchens.
Culinary Competitions Attracting Professionals and Driving Engagement. At the heart of ExpoCulinaire is the Emirates International Salon Culinaire – the region’s largest culinary competition, hosted by the Emirates Culinary Guild. With 1,000+ chefs competing live, the Salon includes both individual and team categories, such as the Artisan Bakery Arena, National Cuisine Heritage Challenge, and the Global Chefs Challenge Continental Semi Final.
These competitions are more than just a showcase of skill – they attract culinary professionals who source, specify and make decisions. Trade visitors can expect a dynamic atmosphere with live judging, tastings and interaction with competitors and jury members from across the globe.
Interactive Learning and Live Demonstrations. Visitors can attend Expert Demo Sessions and Certified Education & Training programmes – all free of charge. Led by industry experts and supported by Culinary Institutes such as ICCA, CIC and DCT - these sessions provide practical insights into modern culinary techniques, product applications and professional kitchen innovation.
ExpoCulinaire 2025 is more than a trade show – whether you're a chef, F&B manager, procurement specialist, educator or student – ExpoCulinaire is designed to deliver relevant content and real value. It’s an immersive industry event combining trade opportunity, competition and education.
Register to attend:
www.expoculinaire.com/registertoattend
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