FoodService & Hospitality Expo 5th edition, 2025

5th Edition FooodService & Hospitality Expo 2025

With 33,000 unique professional visitors over three days and more than 450 exhibitors, including 100 international participants, the fifth edition established its role as a central meeting point for suppliers, distributors, producers and operators. The event once again provided a focused environment for innovation, business dialogue and industry advancement.

Competitions That Set the Standard

One of the defining elements of the Expo remains the organization and hosting of major industry competitions that operate at international standards:
• Arena Bucatarilor – 14th Edition, organized together with Selgros România, brought forward top culinary professionals competing for total prizes of 80,000 RON, reinforcing the professional credibility of the event.
• Dessert Journey – Fusion Around the World (3rd Edition) celebrated creativity in pastry and dessert, with winning teams awarded international training experiences, including courses at La Maison de l’Excellence in Paris and the Institut Culinar Disciples Escoffier.
• The Romanian Pizza Challenge (2nd Edition) showcased the most talented pizzaioli in Romania, with winners qualifying for the Pizza Senza Frontiere – SIGEP World Championship in Rimini 2026. The international validation followed shortly after: Ionut Mocanita earned 3rd place in the highly competitive “Pizza Napoletana Contemporanea” category at the Campionato del Mondo di Pizza – Pizza Senza Frontiere, competing with the same recipe that secured him 1st place at the Romanian Pizza Challenge.
These competitions offer participants the opportunity to perform under conditions aligned with global standards, strengthening professional confidence and international visibility.

Excellence Recognized

The 2025 edition also honored excellence across multiple categories, and each distinction reflected measurable impact in presentation, interaction, brand communication and visitor engagement:

• Best Stand Design – OmniaGusti
• Flavor Experience Award – Metro
• Outstanding Engagement – Aquila
• Remarkable Brand Promotion – Elle & Vire
• Exceptional Visitor Experience – Selgros

Knowledge, Dialogue and Industry Direction

The main stage hosted live demonstrations by renowned chefs and pastry professionals, while the conference areas featured masterclasses and applied discussions focused on trends, legislation, innovation and operational performance.

The Expo continues to integrate education, business and networking into one cohesive professional experience.

5th Edition Exhibition Map

Partner testimonials 2025

Adrian Ariciu – Executive Vice President Cluster East, METRO AG

FoodService & Hospitality Expo reflects the energy driving Romania’s hospitality sector today. It brings together suppliers, operators and decision-makers in a context that facilitates performance and higher standards. Such initiatives strengthen the entire ecosystem and contribute to placing Romanian gastronomy within a broader European dialogue. As a long-standing partner, we value the Expo’s role in fostering professional growth and industry cohesion.

Marian Anghel – Omnia Gusti

FoodService & Hospitality Expo actively stimulates creativity and strategic differentiation within the hospitality industry. Its professional framework challenges companies to rethink how they present their concepts, solutions and brand identity. In this environment, innovation becomes visible and commercially relevant. The Expo raises the bar for entrepreneurial standards and rewards those who invest in clarity, positioning and long-term business recognition.

Șerban Negoițescu – Project Manager Aquila

For us, the Expo represents integration in action. It connects food, beverage, logistics and operational solutions within one professional framework. The level of interaction with clients and partners guarantees its business value. Each edition strengthens relationships and opens new opportunities. It is a platform where visibility translates into engagement and where engagement becomes long-term collaboration.

Călin Ionescu – CEO, Sphera Franchise Group

FoodService & Hospitality Expo has become a benchmark event for the Romanian hospitality market. It brings together leading suppliers and industry operators in a format aligned with major European trade fairs. The consistency and scale achieved in just a few editions demonstrate both strong vision and disciplined execution. The Expo responds to a real need in the market and continues to grow in strategic relevance year after year.

SALROM representative

Our continued participation confirms the Expo’s importance as a professional meeting point for the hospitality industry. It enables direct engagement with both established clients and new partners in a well-structured environment. Beyond product presentation, the value lies in dialogue, feedback and market insight, reinforcing the Expo as a consistent driver of industry connection.

Iancu Guda – Business Advisor

FoodService & Hospitality Expo delivers more than exposure: it creates context for informed business development. Entrepreneurs gain access to suppliers, partnerships and financial insight in a robust format. The educational component adds depth, supporting better planning and operational discipline. For a sector that requires both passion and structure, this Expo delivers practical value.

Marian Alecu – Entrepreneur

Having attended major European hospitality exhibitions, I recognize the level earned by this event. The scale, organization and professional atmosphere reflect a mature and confident market. It’s truly encouraging to see Romania represented through a platform capable of standing alongside established international fairs. The Expo signals strength and direction for the industry.

Radu Tănase – Executive Manager HORA

The 2025 edition demonstrated exceptional attendance and strong exhibitor presence from the very first day. This momentum confirms the Expo’s role as a defining industry event. It also echoes the confidence and ambition of Romanian hospitality professionals. Continued development of this platform strengthens the sector’s visibility both nationally and internationally.

Dragoș Petrescu – Founder, City Grill Group

This Expo gathers the full spectrum of players shaping Romanian hospitality: from producers and distributors to operators and innovators. Such convergence strengthens the sector by encouraging collaboration and shared ambition. Its evolution mirrors the development of the market itself. Events of this caliber support alignment, competitiveness and long-term progress.

Ion Biriș – Founder Loft

What began as a promising initiative has become a solid industry reference point. The improvement from one edition to the next is evident in scale, structure and participation. The opportunity for major operators to connect within a defined timeframe adds tangible value. It has become a reference point that illustrates the growing maturity of Romania’s hospitality sector.

Chef Alin Barabancea

This year’s edition demonstrates clear momentum in scale and professional execution. The Expo creates a platform where culinary innovation and operational solutions are presented in a structured and credible format. Events like this help project Romania’s gastronomic potential beyond its borders and support a more competitive and confident industry.