Exhibiting at Gourmet Selection 2026 means being part of the leading trade event dedicated to fine foods. To ensure your exhibition is a success, follow these key steps.
Published on Feb 4,2026 at 2:08 PM | Updated on Apr 13,2026 at 9:03 AM

1. Consult the exhibitor's guide

Once you have registered, take the time to consult the exhibitor's guide in your Customer Area. It contains all the practical and regulatory information you need to know for you to prepare for the show in accordance with the rules, and to avoid any surprises.

 

2. Send in the stand layout form

For essential stands, the layout form must be submitted by the deadline. This step ensures that your stand complies with the rules and that it is properly coordinated with the technical teams.

 

3. Declare your partner companies

If you are sharing your stand with partners or associated brands, they must be declared. This ensures their official identification and presence in the exhibition materials.

 

4. Order fittings and technical services

Furniture, equipment and technical services must be ordered in advance. Careful planning will help you optimise your installation and avoid last-minute extra costs.

 

5. Register for the digital catalogue and visitor guide

The digital catalogue (or list of exhibitors) is a key tool that visitors can use to identify you. When visitors prepare for their visit to the exhibition, this is the first tool they look at.

Take the time to complete your profile, provide information about your products and register for the themed tours. A well-filled form improves your ranking and makes it easier to connect with buyers.

 

6. Use the matchmaking platform

Complete your profile on our free platform, which will allow you to connect with buyers. Once you have completed your profile, you will be able to schedule your ‘Business Meetings’ before the event. This should be done one month before the trade show.

 

7. Download the Media Kit and announce your participation

The Exhibitor Media Kit allows you to structure your communication ahead of the trade show. By announcing your presence early on, you increase your visibility and begin to mobilise your professional network.

Before and during the event, activate your social networks by sharing your participation and tagging the trade show. This communication reinforces your commitment and extends your reach beyond the stand.

 

8. Send out your badges and e-invitations

Invite your customers and prospects as soon as you receive the badges and e-invitations. Sending these out in advance will encourage visits to your stand and help you organise qualified appointments.

 

9. Enter your products in the Best Of competition

The Best Of Gourmet Selection competition recognises the most outstanding products and innovations. Participating in this selection process will boost your reputation and set you apart in the eyes of visitors and the media.

For the second time, Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet will be partnering with the competition. The retailer will select several winners who will be featured in their stores after the show and will be mentioned in the retailer's blog.

Entries must be sent in on time to be evaluated by the jury. This step is essential to ensure your eligibility and the optimal evaluation of your products. Registration deadline: Monday 27 April 2026.

 

10. Register your vehicle on Logipass

You must register your vehicles in order to access the site during the set-up and dismantling phases. Anticipating this step will facilitate your logistics and secure your access.

 

11. Submit your press releases and press kits

Upload your press release to the digital catalogue and submit hard copies to the press office on Saturday 6 June 2026. This will facilitate the dissemination of your news to the trade media in attendance.

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A checklist to turn your presence into opportunities

This checklist provides a clear framework for structuring your participation and activating the right levers for visibility before, during and after the event. By anticipating the key steps and making full use of the tools at your disposal, you will maximise your chances of turning Gourmet Selection 2026 into a real hub for professional encounters.
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