Berlin, a city renowned for its cultural diversity and vibrant culinary scene, is set to host another significant event for Albanians. Following the national football team’s proud representation in Germany this year, it’s now time for our companies to score “goals” in European markets by participating in the largest Albanian trade fair organized abroad, the Global Albanian Gastronomy Festival (GAGF).

This important event, scheduled for October 2-3, 2024, at Arena Hall Berlin, promises to be an extraordinary opportunity for new business partnerships in the gastronomy sector, combined with elements of culinary and cultural heritage under the motto “Where Tradition Meets Trade.”

More than 20,000 restaurants worldwide are founded by Albanian owners. Therefore, this fair represents a great potential for collaboration between them and our companies offering quality products, with fast delivery times and competitive prices, ready to penetrate European markets. On the other hand, this fair will also be a celebration of the contributions of Albanian gastronomes around the world and their successful achievements.

The Fair of New Partnerships

The GAGF is expected to attract over 3,000 visitors, including owners or managers of bars, restaurants, hotels, and distribution companies from Germany and the Albanian Diaspora worldwide. Additionally, around 100 Albanian companies from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro will exhibit, offering a diverse range of goods and services suitable for the entire gastronomy cycle, such as:

• Construction, Design, and Furnishing for new restaurants, hotels, bars.
• Food and Beverage Supply Chain, oils, aromatic herbs, packaging, uniforms, etc.
• External and digital services like applications, websites, social media management, etc.
• Investment opportunities in tourism and Real Estate.

If you are a company from Albania, doing business in the above sectors, and aiming to expand through exports or investments in the European market, then apply now to reserve your booth at the Global Albanian Gastronomy Festival (GAGF).

Reserve a Booth: https://gagfestival.com/

The Organizing Team’s Vision

The organizing team has a vision: To see a world where the culture and economic potential of Albanians are recognized and valued on the international stage. By inspiring collaboration and innovation, the GAGF Festival aims to:

• Promote Trade Opportunities: Facilitate business partnerships and networking opportunities among participants through B2B meetings, matchmaking sessions, and networking events designed to foster strategic partnerships, whether for exports or franchise agreements.
• Increase Investments: Encourage investments from international businesses or the Albanian diaspora businesses looking to explore the Albanian market. The GAGF will provide a clear overview of the investment climate in Albania, regulatory frameworks, and incentives for foreign investors, offering a comprehensive view of the business landscape in sectors related to gastronomy. Discussion panels and workshops will address industry challenges, market trends, and investment opportunities, providing participants with valuable insights into the specific sector.
• Strengthen Supplier Connections: Showcase products and services from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro, known for their high quality, competitive prices, and fast delivery, just a few kilometers away from Europe.
• Promote Cultural Exchange: Highlight Albanian culture and gastronomy to a global audience, fostering intercultural understanding and business collaborations.

Program Highlights

The festival will include a series of activities over the two-day event:

• Trade Fair and Exhibition: Featuring 100 stands presenting Albanian products and services from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro within the gastronomy sector, encouraging negotiations and the creation of long-term partnerships with European buyers.
• Workshops and Discussion Panels: Offering a platform for engagement with potential investors and identifying new development opportunities.
• Cooking Competitions and Product Presentations: Cooking competitions among the best chefs, allowing participants to experience the rich flavors and innovative culinary techniques of Albanian cuisine.
• Promotion of Tourism Potential: Focusing on tourism, agrotourism, and investment potentials, including real estate offerings, encouraging guests to explore these opportunities.
• Gala Evening and Awards Ceremony: Concluding with a grand gala evening with high-level participation, including an awards ceremony to honor the key contributors to Albanian gastronomy worldwide.

The first edition of the Global Albanian Gastronomy Festival 2024 is expected to be a significant event, promising new business partnerships and the promotion of Albanian gastronomic excellence. Mark the dates in your calendar for October 2-3 and join this business and culinary celebration where “Tradition Meets Trade.”

For more information on booth reservations or to register for a ticket, visit the website: https://gagfestival.com/