MENA's Premier Trade Fair to Source Hospitality & Foodservice Professional Equipment

The largest gathering of foodservice professionals is returning from 3-5 November 2026 - over three dynamic days, GulfHost will unite key industry players, including internationally renowned exhibitors, global foodservice consultants, quick service restaurants (QSR) and hospitality leaders, top retailers, and culinary experts.

As the hospitality and foodservice equipment industry in the MENA region continues to thrive, GulfHost 2026 will serve as a gateway to new markets, game-changing partnerships, and transformational deals. The show enables exhibitors to connect directly with buyers from across the entire food ecosystem - from restaurants and hotels to global retailers and hospitality leaders.

GulfHost 2026 is where the future of foodservice takes shape - join the industry-defining event where innovation meets demand.

Top Reasons To Participate

Gain Competitive Visibility At An Industry Scale

GulfHost is your gateway to secure distribution, partnerships and long-term growth across MENA's fastest-growing foodservice economies.

Generate Immediate Sales & Qualified Leads

Engage face-to-face with serious and ready buyers including executive chefs, hospitality groups, catering companies and restaurants.

Access To High-Value Decision-Makers

Position your company as a solution provider aligning with automation, smart kitchens, energy efficiency and key trends shaping the industry.

Connect With Top International Exhibitors

Choose the

Sectors of your Success

Test

Front Of House

Whatever your vision, find the tools you need to create memorable moments and lasting impressions for your guests. Choose excellence in every sector of your success with our front of house essentials:

  • Equipment for restaurants & bars 
  • Buffetware 
  • Displays & cabinets
  • Serving Essentials
  • Uniforms & Accessories 
  • Menu Systems 
  • Furniture & Fitout
  • Lighting & Ambience

Join a Thriving Community

Discover Global Retail, Hospitality & Catering Brands

What Professionals Say About Us

Matthijs Stinnissen

"What I get from Gulfhost is inspiration.
Meeting all the chefs, taking part and learning from the masterclasses, it is all a source of great inspiration."

Matthijs Stinnissen
Executive Chef |  BOCA Restaurant, Dubai
Gregoire Berger
"I think it’s cool, like every year, I’m always happy to participate, just to meet the community. It’s a great initiative, it’s great to have all those great chefs together and hear the new insights."
Gregoire Berger
Executive Chef |  Ossiano Restaurant, Dubai
Bojan Cirjanic
"It’s my pleasure to be at Gulfhost and to showcase what we do in Folly. Events like these are very important for the chefs and restaurateurs.  It will be great to meet so many people and get to know what everyone is doing."
Bojan Cirjanic
Executive Chef |  Folly Restaurant, Dubai
Carmen Rueda
"Top table Is a very special occasion to showcase what we are doing and talk about how we find the changes in the industry. I think it is growing, and it is growing in a very good way."
Carmen Rueda
Executive Pastry Chef |  Brix Cafe, Dubai
Nick Comaty
"Great to be here, to be surrounded by professionals of the industry, it’s an amazing activation."
Nick Comaty
Chief Operating Officer |  EATX, Dubai
Benjamin Calleja
"GulfHost is always interesting. During this edition, I see lots of opportunities to look for new ideas and connections. It’s a very resilient industry and we will always be here, I’m quite positive about the outcome for the years to come."
Benjamin Calleja
Founder & CEO |  Livit Design, Stockholm
Stephan Harleman
"Gulfhost is an indispensible event in realizing our growth strategy for the Middle Eastern market. It provides an unparalleled global platform to expand our connections thus building up on our our presence in the market."
Stephan Harleman
Managing Director |  Henkelman B.V. (Netherlands)
Mike Lewis

"GulfHost will allow Wrapmaster and Cofresco Foodservice the opportunity to, significantly, build on our existing presence in UAE and to introduce a new and innovative food wrap system to Middle Eastern and North African markets."

Mike Lewis
Channel Marketing Manager |  Wrapmaster (Cofresco Foodservice), UK
Juerg Schneeberger
"Participating in GulfHost provides us with a strategic platform to significantly expand our market reach, enhance our brand visibility, and forge invaluable industry connections. This event is pivotal in solidifying our position as a leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment and propelling our business forward."
Juerg Schneeberger
Head of Operations Europe & Middle East |  PT Nayati (Indonesia)
Klimis Tsaklidis
"By participating in GulfHost, we can sell our hospitality and catering equipment, products, and services to the affluent and dynamic markets of the Middle East, Africa, and Asia over the course of three days of serious business. This exposure and opportunity for networking will allow us to expand our market reach and establish valuable business connections."
Klimis Tsaklidis
Managing Director |  Crystal Coolers & Freezers (Greece)
George Komninos
"GulfHost will significantly boost Marmon Foodservice Technologies by enhancing brand visibility and market presence both in the Middle East and the rest of EMEA region. By engaging with a diverse and influential audience, GulfHost will drive sales growth, increase market penetration, and position MFT at the forefront of industry advancements, ensuring long-term success and growth."
George Komninos
Marketing Manager EMEA |  Marmon Foodservice Technologies (USA)
Anisya Wagner
"Participating at GulfHost is very important to us as it provides an opportunity to present MKN in this very important region. Our primary objectives are networking with existing partners and customers as well as potential new customers in order to maintain and build future business relationships. We hope to gain a comprehensive overview of the market and realize new projects."
Anisya Wagner
Marketing & Event Manager |  MKN Gmbh & Co. (Germany)