FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Premier International Fine Food Trade Show Welcomes Over 360 Exhibitors to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
PARIS, FRANCE – June 06, 2026 — Gourmet Selection (GS), the world's leading trade show dedicated to fine food and gourmet products, officially opens today at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Running from June 7 to 8, 2026, the two-day event gathers over 360 exhibitors and thousands of professional visitors to explore the latest culinary innovations, artisanal creations, and emerging trends shaping the global gourmet market.
Market Context & Industry Trends
Driven by growing consumer demand for product authenticity, high quality, and sustainable sourcing, the premium food market continues to evolve dynamically. Gourmet Selection serves as a vital barometer for these industry shifts, putting a spotlight on products with protected designations of origin, organic certifications, and those catering to plant-based or "free-from" preferences. The exhibition offers a strategic platform for trend analysis, highlighting the innovative packaging and flavor combinations set to lead the shelves of luxury boutiques and high-end retail sectors in the coming seasons.
Event Highlights
- Expert Forum: A dynamic space for meetings and discussions where food retail specialists, entrepreneurs, producers, and market experts share insights on shifting consumer behavior, merchandising strategies, and gourmet trends.
- Gourmet Selection Best Awards: Celebrating outstanding and highly innovative products, recognizing creativity and exceptional quality within the industry.
- Business Innovation Award: A new addition for 2026, honoring forward-thinking companies that are actively shaping the future of premium food retail.
- L'Épicerie de Gourmet: A unique, temporary delicatessen demonstrating how products can be integrated and promoted within a real-world retail environment, offering visual inspiration for product merchandising.
- Co-location with Cheese and Dairy Products Show: Held alongside the Cheese and Dairy Products Show, this co-location brings together two complementary gastronomic worlds, unlocking greater synergies and commercial opportunities.
Speakers & Conference Agenda
The Expert Forum features a packed agenda of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops led by prominent figures from the food and retail industries. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from renowned chefs, restaurateurs, boutique food store owners, retail consultants, and gastronomic journalists. Notable speakers for the 2026 edition include Danish chef and restaurateur Adam Aamann-Christensen and Atika Khireddine, Purchasing Director for Food & Beverage at Galeries Lafayette, who will share deep insights into everything from product innovation to market strategies.
"Gourmet Selection 2026 is set to be a milestone gathering for the fine food sector, providing a unique platform for industry professionals to discover novelties, expand networks, and gain valuable intelligence into an ever-evolving market," said Fernando Medina Zenoff, Show Director of Gourmet Selection. "We are dedicated to fostering connections between passionate producers and discerning buyers, driving innovation, and celebrating the rich diversity of gastronomic craftsmanship."
Registration Information
Gourmet Selection is an exclusive trade-only event designed for industry professionals, including distributors, retailers, restaurateurs, and hospitality representatives. The exhibition takes place from June 7 to 8, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. For further details and to complete your registration, please visit the official website at https://en.salon-gourmet-selection.com.
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About Gourmet Selection - GS
Established in 2009 and organized by Comexposium, Gourmet Selection is the premier international trade show dedicated to fine food and gourmet products. As a vital part of the SIAL network, it serves as an essential annual rendezvous for producers, distributors, and retailers within the premium food industry. The event showcases a curated array of high-end products and culinary breakthroughs, facilitates strategic business partnerships, and offers deep market trend insights for discerning professionals worldwide.
Media Contact
Contact Name: Media Relations
Title: PR Department
Company: Gourmet Selection - GS Press Office
Website: https://en.salon-gourmet-selection.com