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The Star
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Savour, sample and connect: 10 key highlights at the Africa Food Show
From sizzling cook-offs to fresh global flavours, fashionably plated bites to wellness-forward innovations. The Africa Food Show 2025 is dishing up an unmissable sensory experience that's so much more than your average expo. Taking place from June 10-12, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, this premiere food and beverage event is serving up style, culture and serious flavour Think top chefs battling it out live, Gen Z snacking trends, conscious food solutions, and even the local launch of Cristiano Ronaldo's bottled water brand, Ursu. Whether you're into street food culture, wellness trends, elevated dining or behind-the-scenes industry insights, Africa Food Show is where it's all happening. Connect one on one with global Food and Beverage (F&B) industry leaders, witness top chefs battle it out in the Game of Chefs, attend the Africa Food Summit and see dough done like never before in the Global Pizza Challenge, all whilst discovering new trends and technologies shared by exhibitors from around the world. There is something appetising for everyone at the Africa Food Show, taking place from 10-12 June 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), in Cape Town, South Africa. More than 350 exhibitors representing a whopping 29 countries will be displaying innovative F&B products and solutions, covering everything from baking to catering, retail-ready food, new technologies and more. You can expect leading local brands, including the likes of Catercorp, Fair Cape, Unilever, Karan Beef, Beef Master, Spice Mecca, IFF, Doehler, Atlantis Foods, Econofoods, Rhodes Food Group, Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Petit Forestier and Fairview. And don't miss the international flavours from as far afield as Jordan, India, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, the Netherlands, Brazil, China, Singapore and Canada - to name but a few. Running concurrently with the Africa Food Show, the two-day Africa Food Summit offers a chance to forecast the future of F&B on the continent. With a host of expert speakers from both the business and NGO sector and a focus on 'transforming healthy foods for climate and health', the conference is bound to be a big hit. Swipe right on this exciting feature of the Africa Food Show - it's the chance to make connections with leaders from across the F&B sector, both local and global. This bespoke networking service is available to trade and industry professionals, with a range of executive decision-makers expected to attend - so bring your business cards!. The Africa Food Show is strategically co-located with another large-scale, premier event - the Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa. With 150 exhibitors on the line-up and 4,000 visitors expected to attend, there will be lots to explore in the realm of hospitality. Keep up with the latest trends in accommodation, catering and dining out and find opportunities to connect with business owners.
IOL News
16 hours ago
- Business
- IOL News
Savour, sample and connect: 10 key highlights at the Africa Food Show
From sizzling cook-offs to fresh global flavours, fashionably plated bites to wellness-forward innovations. The Africa Food Show 2025 is dishing up an unmissable sensory experience that's so much more than your average expo. Taking place from June 10-12, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, this premiere food and beverage event is serving up style, culture and serious flavour all under one roof. Think top chefs battling it out live, Gen Z snacking trends, conscious food solutions, and even the local launch of Cristiano Ronaldo's bottled water brand, Ursu. Whether you're into street food culture, wellness trends, elevated dining or behind-the-scenes industry insights, Africa Food Show is where it's all happening. Connect one on one with global Food and Beverage (F&B) industry leaders, witness top chefs battle it out in the Game of Chefs, attend the Africa Food Summit and see dough done like never before in the Global Pizza Challenge, all whilst discovering new trends and technologies shared by exhibitors from around the world. There is something appetising for everyone at the Africa Food Show, taking place from 10-12 June 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), in Cape Town, South Africa. More than 350 exhibitors representing a whopping 29 countries will be displaying innovative F&B products and solutions, covering everything from baking to catering, retail-ready food, new technologies and more. You can expect leading local brands, including the likes of Catercorp, Fair Cape, Unilever, Karan Beef, Beef Master, Spice Mecca, IFF, Doehler, Atlantis Foods, Econofoods, Rhodes Food Group, Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Petit Forestier and Fairview. And don't miss the international flavours from as far afield as Jordan, India, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, the Netherlands, Brazil, China, Singapore and Canada - to name but a few. Running concurrently with the Africa Food Show, the two-day Africa Food Summit offers a chance to forecast the future of F&B on the continent. With a host of expert speakers from both the business and NGO sector and a focus on 'transforming healthy foods for climate and health', the conference is bound to be a big hit. Swipe right on this exciting feature of the Africa Food Show - it's the chance to make connections with leaders from across the F&B sector, both local and global. This bespoke networking service is available to trade and industry professionals, with a range of executive decision-makers expected to attend - so bring your business cards!. The Africa Food Show is strategically co-located with another large-scale, premier event - the Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa. With 150 exhibitors on the line-up and 4,000 visitors expected to attend, there will be lots to explore in the realm of hospitality. Keep up with the latest trends in accommodation, catering and dining out and find opportunities to connect with business owners. Feast your eyes on an array of next-level F&B items and ideas, covering everything from Gen Z's snacking habits to AI in the value chain, budding biotech food trends, alternative proteins, gut-health boosting bites, rising township brands and the latest global flavours. Stand back and watch a high-intensity cook-off, as South Africa's hottest chefs and emerging talent battle it out for fame, glory and sizeable cash rewards. Supported by the South African Chefs Association and Econofoods, who have also put their names behind the Global Pizza Challenge and National Burger Challenge, the Game of Chefs is an opportunity to see mind-boggling culinary skills, live and up close. You'll witness an entire three-course set menu come to life in just 2.5 hours. What will they make? And what will the judges say? Another cooking contest you can't miss, the National Burger Challenge does what it says on the tin: brings chefs of all skills and backgrounds together to find the best hamburger in the land. With all-original recipes and hot competition, this event will leave your mouth watering. Celebrity chefs will judge the burgers on taste and presentation, awarding a cash prize to the winner. This is no ordinary pizza cook-up - you're looking at Africa's biggest pizza competition. Independent pizza-makers from around the country go rolling pin to rolling pin, with national winners selected to compete for the global crown. The challenge has been running for 16 years and just keeps getting more delicious. Tantalise your tastebuds with a brand-new feature at the Africa Food Show - one that celebrates the best of South Africa's culinary scene. Watch some of the country's most renowned chefs in action, as they take to the demo stage to share their skills, stories and - of course - signature dishes. From lekker local restaurants to icons of the industry, it's a window into the future of food on the continent. Expect to see Terrarium's Anlou Erasmus, Mill St. Bistro's Phil Carmichael, the one and only Vusi Ndlovu from Edge, Jenna Short from Short & Sweet, and Arno Ralph from Callebaut, among other top names. Enjoy a hands-on experience with a variety of displays and demonstrations, adding an immersive dimension to the latest innovations in F&B. From scrumptious tasting sessions to live cooking demos, there is always something happening. One highlight on the calendar is the local launch of Cristiano' Ronaldo's new brand of bottled water, Ursu, supported by importer Namlow. With an alkaline pH of 9, the mineral water is making waves around the world.
IOL News
a day ago
- Business
- IOL News
Africa's hospitality boom forecast to reach $33. 54bn by 2029
According to forecasts by Statista , the African travel and tourism market will be worth $33.54 billion by 2029. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers FUELLED in part by a surge in 'bleisure' (combined business and leisure) travel, the continent's hospitality sector is poised for significant growth in the next five years. According to forecasts by Statista, the African travel and tourism market will be worth $33.54 billion (about 601bn) by 2029, benefiting from a post-pandemic recovery in trip-taking, improved international connectivity and strong demand for high-quality accommodation. Hotels comprise the largest part of this, with an estimated market volume of $15bn by 2029. 'For local and international business owners, this is a prime opportunity to unlock growth,' according to Joshua Low, Vice President of dmg events South Africa. The company is organising the eighth edition of Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa, which will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from June 11 to 12 — its first time in the Mother City. The move seeks to capitalise on Cape Town's robust tourism and hospitality industry. 'African hospitality is unparalleled,' Low said. 'We have a lot to offer the world, from unique gastronomic experiences to rich cultural heritage and the expert creation of welcoming home spaces away from home. Savvy professionals are positioning themselves as part of this and putting their enterprises on the map.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa will welcome more than 150 exhibitors and 4 000 visitors from across the industry, including a large number of top-tier executives and other key decision-makers. The event will provide an interactive platform to explore opportunities for investment and innovation, as well as keep abreast of the latest trends. It is part of dmg events' global hospitality showcase, which includes large-scale events in Dubai and Saudi Arabia. In a value-adding move, Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa will be co-located with the inaugural Africa Food Show, part of the acclaimed Gulfood series of international events. 'Our exhibitors stand to benefit from this strategic collaboration,' Low said. 'It provides an opportunity to showcase their products and services to a much wider, more diverse audience. The decision plays into the increased convergence we are seeing between the food, beverage and hospitality industries.' In a first for the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa, the event will include HORECA Connect, a special hub for professionals from the hotel, restaurant and catering sector. This significantly broadens the scope of the event, as well as the opportunities for businesses looking to expand their reach. With revenues exceeding $6bn in 2023 and more than 22.6 million diners served nationwide, the restaurant and bar sector is one of the fastest-growing in South Africa's hospitality market. A highlight of the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa will be the much-anticipated launch of the 2025 African Hospitality Confidence Index report, which reveals research-based insights into market sentiment, challenges, trends and innovation. It is considered a key planning tool in the industry. It will be launched at the Conference section of the event, which is supported by Santam. Other learning opportunities include presentations and panels by a high-level line-up of speakers, featuring names like Jacques Stoltz, Director: Tourism, Department of Economic Development, Western Cape Government; Enver Duminy, Chief Executive Officer, Cape Town Tourism; ; Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, Chief Executive Officer, The Tourism Business Council of South Africa; Darryl Erasmus, Chief Operating Officer, South African Tourism; Neil Hughes, Managing Director, Providence Hospitality; and Geri Flanagan, Development Manager, Accor Hotels, among many others. The Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa will also spotlight new products and demonstrations in a dedicated area, adding to the interactive nature of the event.
The Star
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Shaping the future of food and beverage with Africa's local and global brands at the forefront
Staff Reporter | Published 4 hours ago Welcoming more than 350 exhibitors and 6000 visitors from more than 25 countries, the inaugural Africa Food Show is poised to become Africa's premier event for the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry. The B2B event, which will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from June 10-12, is considered to be the continent's most influential when it comes to F&B sourcing and innovation. With a large number of people coming from abroad, and showcasing 15 international pavilions, the Africa Food Show is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for African businesses looking to tap into global markets. According to the African Development Bank, the African F&B market is expected to reach US$1 trillion by 2030, on the back of rapid economic and urban growth on the continent. In support of this development and the needs that arise from it, dmg events in partnership with the Dubai World Trade Centre, are launching the Africa Food Show as part of the highly regarded Gulfood series. The Africa Food Show will build on the success of Gulfood - the world's largest F&B exhibition in Dubai, as well as the acclaimed Saudi Food Show. 'The Africa Food Show will highlight the untapped potential of the continent and help businesses discover the myriad opportunities that exist in the local and international F&B sector. By highlighting trends and challenges, the event will help provide a roadmap to elevate Africa's offerings to the global stage,' said vice-president of dmg events South Africa, Joshua Low. Exhibitors will showcase their products at the African Food Show, including a diverse range of international pavilions. Among these will be Netherlands, Poland, Brazil, Canada, India and Singapore, to name but a few. Major South African brands will also be on the lineup, including Catercorp,, Barry Callebaut, Fair Cape, Unilever, Karan Beef, Beef Master, Excellent Meat Market, Atlantis Foods, Econofoods, Rhodes Food Group, Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Petit Forestier and Fairview. 'The show is an opportunity to give amazing local products and techniques the spotlight they deserve. Africa is aligning itself with the future of food and forward-thinking businesses are looking for ways to leverage emerging trends for sustained success,' added Louw. Exhibitors will showcase their products at the African Food Show, including a diverse range of international pavilions. Among these will be Netherlands, Poland, Brazil, Canada, India and Singapore, to name but a few Image: Supplied The Africa Food Show will run concurrently with the Africa Food Summit, a three-day conference exploring the future of African F&B, with a focus on 'transforming healthy foods for climate and health'. Attendees can look forward to talks by highly decorated speakers like Maxwell Gomera, Director, Biodiversity and Ecosystems Services Branch at the United Nations; Stacy Saggers, Commercial Growth Director South Africa at Kantar; Lorraine Makura, Head of Research and Development at McCain South Africa; and Miles Kubeka, Founder of Wakanda Food Accelerator, among many others. The results of the highly anticipated 'Industry Index' will also be revealed at the Africa Food Summit - this is a survey run by the Africa Food Show in partnership with Circana, with the aim of collecting feedback from the broad F&B sector on a range of topics and trends. Additional special features at the Africa Food Show include the perennially popular South Africa Bakers Challenge, run in partnership with the South African Bakers Association and the Game of Chefs, Global Pizza Challenge and National Burger Challenge, hosted in partnership with the SA Chefs Association and Econofoods. Winners will be rewarded with cash prizes. The Africa Food Show will be co-located with the 8th annual Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa, the continent's largest event for the hotel, restaurant, bar and café sectors. This event will welcome more than 150 local exhibitors and present a range of interactive features. Africa's culinary scene is undergoing a remarkable transformation and at the heart of this evolution is the inaugural Africa Food Show 2025. This event promises to be a vibrant celebration of food, culture and innovation, offering lifestyle media a wealth of engaging stories and interview opportunities. The Africa Food Show is more than just a trade event, it's a sensory experience and attendees can explore a global marketplace of flavors, from the rich spices of India to the artisanal cheeses of the Netherlands. South Africa's culinary prowess will be on full display, with renowned brands such as Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Fairview, Rhodes Food Group and Unilever showcasing their latest offerings. This is a unique opportunity to delve into the stories behind these household names and discover the innovations driving their success. Attendees can immerse themselves in the excitement of live competitions, including the South Africa Bakers Challenge, Game of Chefs, Global Pizza Challenge, and National Burger Challenge. These events not only entertain but also highlight the creativity and talent within Africa's food scene.
IOL News
02-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Shaping the future of food and beverage with Africa's local and global brands at the forefront
Welcoming more than 350 exhibitors and 6000 visitors from more than 25 countries, the inaugural Africa Food Show is poised to become Africa's premier event for the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry. The B2B event, which will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from June 10-12, is considered to be the continent's most influential when it comes to F&B sourcing and innovation. With a large number of people coming from abroad, and showcasing 15 international pavilions, the Africa Food Show is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for African businesses looking to tap into global markets. The African F&B market is expected to reach US$1 trillion by 2030. Image: Supplied According to the African Development Bank, the African F&B market is expected to reach US$1 trillion by 2030, on the back of rapid economic and urban growth on the continent. In support of this development and the needs that arise from it, dmg events in partnership with the Dubai World Trade Centre, are launching the Africa Food Show as part of the highly regarded Gulfood series. The Africa Food Show will build on the success of Gulfood - the world's largest F&B exhibition in Dubai, as well as the acclaimed Saudi Food Show. 'The Africa Food Show will highlight the untapped potential of the continent and help businesses discover the myriad opportunities that exist in the local and international F&B sector. By highlighting trends and challenges, the event will help provide a roadmap to elevate Africa's offerings to the global stage,' said vice-president of dmg events South Africa, Joshua Low. Exhibitors will showcase their products at the African Food Show, including a diverse range of international pavilions. Among these will be Netherlands, Poland, Brazil, Canada, India and Singapore, to name but a few. Major South African brands will also be on the lineup, including Catercorp,, Barry Callebaut, Fair Cape, Unilever, Karan Beef, Beef Master, Excellent Meat Market, Atlantis Foods, Econofoods, Rhodes Food Group, Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Petit Forestier and Fairview. 'The show is an opportunity to give amazing local products and techniques the spotlight they deserve. Africa is aligning itself with the future of food and forward-thinking businesses are looking for ways to leverage emerging trends for sustained success,' added Louw. Exhibitors will showcase their products at the African Food Show, including a diverse range of international pavilions. Among these will be Netherlands, Poland, Brazil, Canada, India and Singapore, to name but a few Image: Supplied The Africa Food Show will run concurrently with the Africa Food Summit, a three-day conference exploring the future of African F&B, with a focus on 'transforming healthy foods for climate and health'. Attendees can look forward to talks by highly decorated speakers like Maxwell Gomera, Director, Biodiversity and Ecosystems Services Branch at the United Nations; Stacy Saggers, Commercial Growth Director South Africa at Kantar; Lorraine Makura, Head of Research and Development at McCain South Africa; and Miles Kubeka, Founder of Wakanda Food Accelerator, among many others. The results of the highly anticipated 'Industry Index' will also be revealed at the Africa Food Summit - this is a survey run by the Africa Food Show in partnership with Circana, with the aim of collecting feedback from the broad F&B sector on a range of topics and trends. The Africa Food Show will be co-located with the 8th annual Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa, the continent's largest event for the hotel, restaurant, bar and café sectors Image: Supplied Additional special features at the Africa Food Show include the perennially popular South Africa Bakers Challenge, run in partnership with the South African Bakers Association and the Game of Chefs, Global Pizza Challenge and National Burger Challenge, hosted in partnership with the SA Chefs Association and Econofoods. Winners will be rewarded with cash prizes. The Africa Food Show will be co-located with the 8th annual Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa, the continent's largest event for the hotel, restaurant, bar and café sectors. This event will welcome more than 150 local exhibitors and present a range of interactive features. Africa's culinary scene is undergoing a remarkable transformation and at the heart of this evolution is the inaugural Africa Food Show 2025. This event promises to be a vibrant celebration of food, culture and innovation, offering lifestyle media a wealth of engaging stories and interview opportunities. The Africa Food Show is more than just a trade event, it's a sensory experience and attendees can explore a global marketplace of flavors, from the rich spices of India to the artisanal cheeses of the Netherlands. South Africa's culinary prowess will be on full display, with renowned brands such as Ina Paarman's Kitchen, Fairview, Rhodes Food Group and Unilever showcasing their latest offerings. This is a unique opportunity to delve into the stories behind these household names and discover the innovations driving their can immerse themselves in the excitement of live competitions, including the South Africa Bakers Challenge, Game of Chefs, Global Pizza Challenge, and National Burger Challenge. These events not only entertain but also highlight the creativity and talent within Africa's food scene.
