Since 1988
About Culinary Art Food Expo 2026
The Culinary Art Food Expo is Asia's largest professional culinary platform, celebrating its 23rd consecutive year of excellence.
About Culinary Art Food Expo 2026 –
History & Unique Identity
Culinary Art Food Expo has grown into Sri Lanka’s premier food, beverage, and hospitality exhibition, uniting industry leaders, professionals, and innovators. Organized by the Chefs Guild of Lanka in collaboration with global partners, the event has established itself as a key platform for showcasing the latest trends, products, and technologies in the food and hospitality sectors.
What sets Culinary Art Food Expo 2026 apart is its comprehensive industry coverage, spanning everything from gourmet ingredients and food processing to culinary arts and hospitality services. A major highlight is one of Asia’s largest culinary competitions, featuring over 2,750 chefs from Sri Lanka and around the world, demonstrating their expertise, creativity, and passion.
With a dynamic mix of trade stalls, live demonstrations, networking sessions, and knowledge-sharing forums, Culinary Art Food Expo 2026 offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses to connect, collaborate, and expand into global markets. Whether you are a supplier, chef, hotelier, or industry enthusiast, this event is the ultimate gateway to the future of food and hospitality.
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"The ultimate gateway to the future of food and hospitality."
Meet The OrganizersUnited for Culinary Excellence
A powerful alliance of culinary expertise, global tradition, and world-class management. These three pillars work in synergy to deliver Culinary Art Food Expo 2026.
Chefs Guild of Lanka
The Premier Professional Authority
Established in 1988, the Chefs Guild of Lanka stands as Sri Lanka's premier association for professional chefs, boasting a membership exceeding 2,000 culinary professionals across more than 180 hotels nationwide.
Headquarters
G2/5, 2nd Floor, Govt Flats, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka
Phone & Inquiries
+94 71 075 1225
chefs@sltnet.lk
Online Presence
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Worldchefs (WACS)
The Global Voice of Culinary Excellence
The World Association of Chefs' Societies (Worldchefs) is a dynamic global network of over 110 chef associations, founded in October 1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris as the ultimate authority on professional cooking.
Headquarters
15 Rue Tiquetonne, 75002 Paris, France
Phone & Inquiries
+33 (0) 1 80 06 58 30
office@worldchefs.org
Online Presence
worldchefs.org
CDC Events & Travels (Pvt.) Ltd.
Excellence in Exhibition Management
CDC Events is a prominent event management company in Sri Lanka, specializing in organizing international exhibitions and conferences with a vision to lead the South Asian region.
Headquarters
“LE CUBE”, 2nd Floor, No. 130, Highlevel Road, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka.
Phone & Inquiries
+94 11 2515786, +94 11 2515787, +94 77 825 5583
cafe@cdcevents.net, info@cdcevents.net
Online Presence
cdcevents.netWhy Attend Culinary Art Food Expo 2026?
Culinary Art Food Expo 2026 is the ultimate platform where business, innovation, and culinary excellence meet—don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious food and hospitality event!
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Connecting thousands of buyers and suppliers.
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Over 3,000 chefs competing live.
For Exhibitors
- Meet THOUSANDS of buyers from hotels, restaurants & resorts
- CONNECT with distributors, importers & wholesalers
- SHOWCASE your products directly to chefs & industry influencers
- LAUNCH new products with maximum visibility
- Live demos & sampling opportunities to ATTRACT CUSTOMERS
- BRAND EXPOSURE across event marketing & media campaigns
- Generate quality B2B LEADS over 3 powerful days
- Build LONG-TERM business partnerships
For Attendees & Business Visitors
- DISCOVER the latest food, beverage & hospitality innovations
- MEET leading brands, manufacturers & suppliers under one roof
- TASTE & EXPERIENCE new products through live demos and sampling
- LEARN from expert chefs & industry professionals through live sessions
- EXPLORE new equipment, ingredients & technology for your business
- CONNECT with key decision-makers from hotels, restaurants & catering sectors
- GET inspired by international culinary competitions and live cooking
- FIND new suppliers & business opportunities for your operations
For Chefs & Culinary Professionals
- COMPETE in one of South Asia’s largest culinary competitions and gain global recognition
- SHOWCASE your culinary talent in front of international judges and industry experts
- NETWORK with top chefs, hospitality leaders & global culinary professionals
- LEARN from world-renowned chefs through live masterclasses and demonstrations
- DISCOVER new ingredients, equipment & culinary innovations
- STAY AHEAD of industry trends and elevate your professional skills
- GAIN recognition and career opportunities within the global culinary community
Journey to Culinary Art Food Expo 2026
Mark your attendance for the most anticipated hospitality event. Stay updated with our key milestones.
Exhibitor Registration Opens
Now Open!
Final Exhibitor Registration Deadline
31st of October 2026
Culinary Competition Registration Opens
Now Open!
Culinary Competition Registration Closes
15th October 2026
Official Press Conference & Media Launch
18th of August 2026
Culinary Art Food Expo 2026 Opening Ceremony
27th of November 2026
Culinary Art Competitions Begin
27th of November
Award Ceremony
30th of November 2026
Official Main Event
27th - 29th November 2026
BMICH Expo Center, Colombo, Sri Lanka