ABOUT THE GOURMET SELECTION FINE FOOD SHOW
Since 2009, Gourmet Selection has been the leading trade fair for the quality grocery sector and gourmet products.
Over 2 days, it brings together over 300 exhibitors and 4,500 trade visitors in a unique and convivial event where producers, manufacturers, distributors and specialist retailers meet to exchange, discover new products and forge partnership.
We're convinced that gourmet products brighten up our everyday lives. They bring a touch of indulgence to what is otherwise ordinary, feeding our hunger for discovering new things, and creating an authentic bond. This is possible thanks to the people who imagine, make, package and sell them in order to share them as widely as possible.
Taking part in the show means joining a world where quality, authenticity and innovation are the key words
The biggest “shop window » of gourmet products
Gourmet Selection is the France’s leading leading trade fair for fine food and gourmet products, an absolute well of inspiration for professionals in the sector. Distributors, retailers, convenience stores and buyers looking for new and original products find the show to be a real source of inspiration.
Visitors come to discover new products, as well as meeting passionate producers, discovering innovative products and establishing new partnerships. The diversity of the products on display is one of the reasons why Gourmet Selection is such a unique show.
Every year, visitors can discover an incomparable range of savoury, savoury, wine, organic and local products, as well a grocery-related services.Through five diverse worlds, the show stirs the senses. Savoury, sweet, beverages, non-food and services come together to offer a complete experience, where the art of quality gourmet product is displayed with in its full diversity.
Every year, Gourmet Selection showcases hundreds of brands and products from short distribution channels, organic groceries and specialist suppliers. Exhibitors from over 30 countries come to display rare specialities and innovative products, offering visitors a unique diversity.
A meeting place and an opportunity for the entire ecosystem
One of Gourmet Selection's main strengths is that it encourages inspiring exchanges. The show becomes a real meeting point for all the players in the food industry: fine foods, delicatessens and even gastronomy.
Gourmet Selection is more than just a trade show; it's a unique forum for sharing ideas and building lasting business partnerships. The show is a real business accelerator. Exhibitors have the opportunity to :
- Gain visibility with a qualified professional audience.
- Interact with their regular partners and potential new customers.
- Implement sales and distribution strategies tailored to the market.
- Strengthen their brand image and raise awareness of their commitments, history and expertise.
Visitors and industry professionals can also look forward to a rich programme of events:
- Conferences and round tables: experts of the sector share their insights on new trends,
- Competitions and awards: awards such as the Best Of Contest for new products and The Best French Fine Food retailer competition.
- Demonstrations and tastings: interactive sessions give visitors the chance to try out the products, talk to the producers and discover the benefits of each range.
These interactions encourage inspiring networking and long-term collaborations, which are essential for key players in the fine food sector.
Gourmet Selection: a barometer of the trends
Gourmet Selection is much more than just a trade show. The show has established itself as a veritable industry observatory, where changes in the quality grocery sector are explored.
It's not just an exhibition space, but a genuine incubator of ideas where professionals come together to imagine the future of their profession.
Our team of experts publishes weekly articles in our Newsroom, exploring trends in gourmet products and the latest food innovations, as well as the highlights of the show and experience feedback from exhibitors and visitors. We stay connected to the world via our social networks, where we share real-time highlights of the show and exhibitors' latest creations.
You'll find interviews, testimonials, tips for setting up your stand and advice on how to make the most of the event.
A show embedded in the SIAL NETWORK
Gourmet Selection is part of the SIAL NETWORK, the world's largest network of food and beverage trade shows. These twelve international trade fairs attract 17,000 exhibitors and 700,000 professionals from 200 countries.
Joining Gourmet Selection means becoming part of an international community, opening up new business opportunities and building a long-term strategy.
Participate to the show is a unique opportunity to expand your network, spot trends and broaden your business horizons. Join us for an unmissable experience and give your business a new boost!