Experience the Best of Philippine Food

FOODPhilippines returns to Gulfood, one of the world's largest and most influential annual food and hospitality events. Held in the dynamic heart of the MENA region, this is your premier opportunity to connect with leading Philippine food exporters.

Presented by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotion arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, our 300-sqm pavilion at Dubai Expo City will feature a curated selection of the country's finest, market-ready products. We connect leading international buyers, distributors, and retailers with our premier manufacturers.

Discover Our Featured Product Categories

Source from a diverse portfolio of innovative Philippine food products, all meeting mandatory Halal and HACCP certifications. Our exhibitors are ready to meet large-volume orders for the MENA market.

• Ethnic & Gourmet Products: Explore artisan products, unique regional delicacies, and fermented or flavored fine foods.
• Fresh & Processed Fruits and Vegetables: Discover our world-class fresh fruits, processed goods, and seaweed products.
• Plant-Based Alternatives: Find innovative meat-free and dairy-free products derived from seaweeds, nuts, seeds, and mycoproteins.
• Ready-to-Eat Savories: Source high-quality convenience foods, prepared meals, and healthy snacks.
• Non-Alcoholic Beverages: Sample fruit and vegetable juices, nectars, and functional energy drinks.
• Cereals and Cereal Products: A wide range of grains, including rice, flours, starches, and pasta.
• Bakery & Confectioneries: Includes biscuits, crackers, and other fine bakery products.
• Food Ingredients & Condiments: Source essential raw materials, herbs, spices, seasonings, and sauces.

Connect, Sample, and Source at Our Pavilion

The FOODPhilippines pavilion is your dedicated business hub for sourcing high-quality Philippine products.

Pre-Arranged B2B Meetings

Maximize your time at Gulfood 2026. We are facilitating targeted, one-on-one negotiations between our exhibitors and potential trade buyers. Let us connect you with Philippine companies that match your specific sourcing needs.

Product Sampling & Demonstrations

Taste the quality firsthand. Our exhibitors will provide free product tasting and sampling at their respective booths, allowing you to experience the unique and flavorful offerings of the Philippines.

Meet Our Exhibitors

Our delegation features 35 of the Philippines' top food exporters and 19 manufacturers. We prioritize companies with proven export capacity, innovative products, and a history of success in the global market.

About FOODPhilippines

FOODPhilippines is the collective food promotions program encapsulating the country's rich and diverse food portfolio. It represents Philippine fresh and processed food export products and services at international trade shows, business-to-business platforms, and other promotions worldwide.

Under the FOODPhilippines banner, CITEM unifies a community of manufacturers, exporters, wholesalers, and retailers to promote the country's finest food and ingredients to the world.

Partner with the Philippines

Don't miss the opportunity to source from one of the world's most dynamic and reliable food-producing nations. Visit the FOODPhilippines Pavilion to discover flavors that will captivate the MENA market and beyond.

26-30 January 2026 | Dubai Expo City, Dubai, UAE