As the world's largest annual food and beverage event, Gulfood brings together more than 5,000 companies and showcases more than 100,000 food, beverage and food-related products.

Given the business potential it represents, Gulfood may be more important than ever to industry insiders.

By 2025, Gulfood will offer more than 1 million square feet of exhibition environment, designed to build relationships, sign agreements, launch products, and announce new developments.

In addition to this exhibition, a series of exciting events will also return. These include: Top Table, a culinary experience featuring world-renowned Michelin-starred chefs; the Chef Talks series, masterclasses from culinary icons; FemmeForward, a collection of inspirational stories about how women are revolutionizing the industry; and Gulfood Inspire, where thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry commentators will explore topics such as e-commerce and zero waste.

Other featured events include: the Gulfood Green Awards, which recognize excellence in sustainability across the F&B value chain; YouthX Young Chef Challenge; and Food Verse, which allows visitors to experience the practical application of the technology trends that are shaping the future of the industry.