Be part of the most influential event connecting the food & beverage industry
Are you ready for the launch of Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition from 27 – 29 November 2023 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi?
Accelerating change in the food industry requires global thought leadership, global perspective and global collaboration…and ADIFE offers the ideal platform to drive this critical process.
Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), the first edition of the Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE) will take place 27 – 29 November 2023 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
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87
Exhibitors
specialising in date palm fruit products from
12
Countries
with impressive trade buyers from the Middle East region

Bringing Powerful Sessions into the Forefront


H.E. Mariam Al Mheiri
H.E. Mariam Harib Sultan AlSuwaidi
H.E. Mohammed bin Obaid Al Mazrooei
Mohamed Al Hosani
Basem Al Khawaldeh
Ali Albaloushi
Dima Al Sharif
Chef Mohamed Atieh
Chef Oussama Ghassab
Chef Jean Barbour
Chef Karim Haidar
Dr. Marc Bou Zaidan
Welcome by Chairman
Ali Albaloushi, CEO, EcoX Management Consultants L.L.C
Katleen Penel
Avinash Kasinathan
Adrian Gawlowski
Dr. Liudmila Prozorova
Dr. Ram
Jan Wernicki
Nadia Naser Al Ghafri
Eyad Abdul Hafiz Saleh Nassar
Dr. Shamal Mohammed
Mira El Ghaziri
Dr. Liudmila Prozorova
Welcome by Chairman
Ali Albaloushi, CEO, EcoX Management Consultants L.L.C
Graham Sandres
Sarah Bahabry
Creating sustainable leather products
Omar Sartawi
Ghada Ahmed El Derdiri Abdel Wahab
Dr. Ahmed Abdrabou
Khaled Abdelbar Mohamed Bakir
Aysha Salem Helal Al Kaabi
Kristin Stoller
Maya French
Nikhil Tripathi
Sam Norton
Chef Mohamed Atieh
Walter Potenza
Chef Mohamad Chabchoul
Dima Al Sharif
Dr. Afkar Hilles
BREAKFAST / PANEL DISCUSSION WITH MEDIA
KNEAD BAKERY
capital hospitality
COFFEE MASTERCLASS BY MUDDLE ME
MUDDLE ME
ARABIC BREAD FUSION
KNEAD BAKERY
ICCA
TRADITION AND INNOVATION
Arab tradition dish with a modern twist
DEMA CHAKIR
SYRIAN CHEF
ARAB GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE
ICCA
JURY: Chef Jean Barbour, Chef Tareq Taha, Chef Mohamad Atieh, Chef Karim Haidar
THE BEST RESTAURANT BATTLE TO HAVE THE TITLE OF BEST HUMMUS IN ABU DHABI
HUMMUS MASTERCLASS
Chef Jean Barbour (UAE)
EMIRATI CUISINE
Faisal Alharmoodi
Emirati chef
ICCA
Chef demonstrates a contemporary dish based on a traditional dish from UAE cuisine
Chef Khuloud Atique (UAE)
Orange Blossom (special Arab Ingredient in contemporary cuisine) Muhalabiya, Fuit Salad, Tuiles
Chef Suzanne Husseini (Palestine/Canada)
A workshop to discover the infinite version of the most traditional Arab sweets
Tasha restaurant
A work shop showcasing the contamination between Mediterranean and Arab cuisines
Italian chef
Chef JEAN BARBUR
Chef Fran Mora Sarabia – Spain
BREAKFAST / PANEL DISCUSSION WITH MEDIA
KNEAD BAKERY
COFFEE MASTERCLASS BY MUDDLE ME
MUDDLE ME
Emirati dish modernized
Amna Al Hashemi
Emirati
ICCA
Banana & Chocolate Kibbeh
(a modern Arabic dessert based on the kibbeh concept)
Chef Karim Haidar
Paris
ARAB GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE
Mohamad Atieh
Karim Haidar
Gassab Oussama
JURY: Chef Tareq Taha, Chef Suzanne Husseini, Knead Bakery
THE BEST RESTAURANT BATTLE TO HAVE THE TITLE OF BEST MANAKEESH IN ABU DHABI
Couscous with Shrimps (a modern version of a traditional Tunisian dish)
Chef Gassab Oussama
Tunisia
Freekeh Risotto with Shrimps
(a modern take on a traditionala Arabic dish)
Chef Mohamad Atieh
Jordan
Southern Italian Cuisine & Arab Cuisine contamination
Michelin Star Chef Paolo Gramaglia
President restaurant Pompei
Italy
Tasha
Al Farah
Zaatar (special Arab Ingredient in contemporary cuisine)
Fresh Zaatar Salad, Zaatar Croutons
Zahret Libnan
Al Farah
Danish pastry
with a MENA flare
Chef Sebastain and Ayoub
Moroccan
ICCA
BREAKFAST / PANEL DISCUSSION WITH MEDIA
KNEAD BAKERY
COFFEE MASTERCLASS BY MUDDLE ME
MUDDLE ME
Emirati dish modernized
Mohammad Al Banna
Emirati
ICCA
Crispy Tabbouleh (a modern take on the classic tabbouleh)
Chef Tareq Taha
Palestine
MENA GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE
GRAMAGLIA / TAREQ
Pomegranate & Molasses
(special Arab Ingredient in contemporary cuisine) Pistachio stuffed Kofta skewers, Citrus Tahini, Pomegranate Jam , Crumb topping
Chef Suzanne Husseini
EVENT CLOSING SPEECH
7 EMIRATES CULINARY COMPETITION
ORGANIZED BY SILAL AND FRESH ON TABLE

Exclusive: Hosted Buyers Programme

World Gourmet Show, Abu Dhabi

UAE BREWERS CUP CHAMPIONSHIP by SCA

World Latte Art Grading Battle

ADIFE Talks
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The launch of the first edition of the Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition reflects the growing importance of this sector on local and international levels, and it will provide a real opportunity for major global companies to showcase the latest technologies in the food manufacturing and production, as well as exploring investment opportunities that should help consolidate food security and ensure the better future of coming generations. It will serve as a platform to network with important buyers in a supportive and encouraging business atmosphere that drives partnerships and sales.
We are happy to enter into this strategic partnership with ADNEC, whose expertise in organising leading exhibitions will contribute the success of the event, ensuring it will be presented in a manner befitting the reputation and standing of Abu Dhabi
H.E. Saeed Al Bahri Al Ameri
Director-General of ADAFSA
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Since its launch, ADNEC has been keeping up with all national efforts that seek to improve the present and future of local industries in a number of promising sectors; the exhibitions and conferences organised and hosted by ADNEC helped develop these sectors and improve their competitiveness.
Organising the first edition of Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition is the culmination of ADNEC’s efforts to support the Food, catering and hospitality industries in Abu Dhabi, which is one of the most vital sectors on which our wise leadership based its vision for the next fifty years. The event will serve as a global platform for showcasing the latest innovations, see new partnerships, and explore investment opportunities in this sector
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri
Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC