If 2022 was about the hype, 2023 was about the supply chain . Beyond Meat shared a wall with local UAE startup Switch Foods , while giants like Kerry showcased binders and flavor solutions for plant-based meats. The list showed a 40% increase in "alternative protein" keywords.
Navigating the Plate: Key Takeaways from the Gulfood 2023 Exhibitor List gulfood exhibitor list 2023
March 2023 (Post-Event Recap)
Now that the doors have closed, the Gulfood 2023 Exhibitor List serves as a goldmine of market intelligence. Who was there? Who wasn't? And what does the lineup tell us about where the industry is heading? If 2022 was about the hype, 2023 was about the supply chain
The usual suspects were present in force. Coca-Cola, Nestlé, PepsiCo, and Unilever used Gulfood to launch their regional halal-certified and "better-for-you" lines. Their presence signals a shift from general consumption to functional wellness in the MENA region. Navigating the Plate: Key Takeaways from the Gulfood