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2/26/25, 4:09 PM Gulfood 2025 30th Edition Kicks Off Today, Setting New Benchmarks in F&B Growth and Innovation | UAE News 24/7
further underscores our commitment to excellence and pioneering
advancements in the protein industry. Congratulations to Gulfood
on 30 years of remarkable success. Your continuous growth and
innovation have set new benchmarks for the global food industry,
making Gulfood a premier platform for connection, collaboration,
and progress.” said Marcos Delorenzo, CEO of ADC, Tanmiah’s
Poultry Division.

The Gulfood Innovation Awards shortlist can be found
at: https://www.gulfood.com/innovation-awards, with the winners to
be announced on day 1 of Gulfood.

TOP TABLE: ‘Culinary Futurism’ Theme Prevails Headlined by
Gastronomic Legend Alain Ducasse

The 30th edition promises to be unforgettable as Gulfood brings
Alain Ducasse to the UAE for the first time, where he will lead Top
Table and Dubai World Cuisine activations. A chef with 21 Michelin
stars, Ducasse is renowned for his innovative approach to
gastronomy and his strong focus on sustainability—a vision that
aligns with the UAE’s commitment to promoting sustainable food
practices. The gastronomic superstar will share his insights on
culinary futurism and the future of the industry on Day 3 of
Food500.

Chef Alain Ducasse commented: “With Top Table at
Gulfood, Dubai demonstrates its incredible momentum in attracting
the most brilliant talents from all over the world. I’m proud to be
part of this event with Chef Romain Meder. First in conducting a
masterclass together at Top Table and hosting exclusive dinners at
Takahisa. Yet also in meeting with my fellow chefs and the public,
sharing our experiences and thus contributing to the rapidly
evolving gastronomy scene in the region.”

Celebrating Dubai’s rise as a global food hub, Top Table,
sponsored by Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO),
presents live masterclasses from 120+ global and local chefs with
a combined 50 Michelin-stars. Take a front-row seat as dishes
from every cuisine utilising products from the exhibition floor are
brought to life across engaging masterclasses, tasting sessions,
and demonstrations.

DUBAI WORLD CUISINE: Celebrating Dubai’s Dynamic
Culinary Journey Towards International Food Epicentre

Exclusively created for Gulfood ticket holders, attendees can
experience Dubai’s culinary finesse, connected to the Top Table
masterclasses. A schedule of 4-and 6-hands fine dining
collaborations, with a highlight 8-hands experience, has been
curated across some of Dubai’s top restaurants including: Krasota,
Takahisa, Avatara, Lowe, Armani Ristorante, Orfali Bros
and Armani Amal.
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