• France presents its largest-ever Gulfood participation with 110 brands.
• Dual-venue pavilions highlight premium, sustainable, export-ready food innovations.
• New launches reflect evolving Middle East consumer and retail demands.
• Immersive tastings and live culinary showcases anchor the French Pavilion experience.
As Gulfood 2026 expands across two iconic Dubai venues, France arrives with a statement of intent. With its strongest participation to date, France is set to showcase 110 leading agri-food brands under the Taste France banner, presenting a connected, future-focused vision of food innovation tailored for Middle Eastern markets.
This year’s presence mirrors Gulfood’s dual-venue format, with French Pavilions spanning Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Expo City. The expanded footprint reflects not just scale, but strategic alignment with the region’s growing demand for quality, traceability, and market-ready solutions. Buyers and distributors can explore offerings across dairy, meat, poultry and seafood, beverages, and World Food specialties, all rooted in French culinary expertise and sustainable production standards.
At the heart of the French Pavilion is innovation that responds directly to how food is being consumed today. Exhibitors are spotlighting portioned formats designed for on-the-go lifestyles, health-forward products that balance nutrition and indulgence, and gourmet offerings that merge functionality with flavour. Several brands are making their Gulfood debut, bringing fresh energy through products that blend heritage techniques with modern expectations around wellness, convenience, and transparency.
France’s participation also aligns closely with evolving UAE food trends. With the country importing a significant share of its food, there is rising demand for ready-to-eat solutions, organic and plant-based options, and products suited for e-commerce and modern retail. French companies are well positioned to meet these needs, offering halal-certified beverages, ethical dairy, artisan meats, and portion-controlled formats adapted for GCC consumers.
Beyond product discovery, the Pavilion is designed as an immersive culinary destination. Live cooking demonstrations, interactive tastings, and curated coffee and tea rituals bring products to life in a way that feels experiential rather than transactional. French and Emirati influences intersect through fusion dishes and pairing sessions, offering buyers practical inspiration they can replicate in their own markets.
Supporting this physical presence is the Business France Marketplace, a digital sourcing platform connecting buyers with thousands of vetted French suppliers. The initiative strengthens long-term partnerships by simplifying discovery and enabling efficient B2B engagement beyond the show floor.
With 110 export-ready brands, immersive gastronomy, and a clear focus on sustainability and innovation, France’s presence at Gulfood 2026 goes beyond participation. It positions the country as a key partner in shaping the future of food across the Middle East. Industry professionals seeking differentiated products, ethical sourcing, and global relevance will find the French Pavilion an essential stop this year!
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