A Fusion of Culinary Arts and Experience: Unveiling the Gourmet & Experiential Venues Pavilion at EPEX 2025

by Dubaiforum
3 minutes read

As the EPEX (Experiential Planner Expo) marks its tenth milestone edition, it solidifies its position as the premier platform for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), weddings, and destination events in the Middle East. This notable occasion casts a well-deserved light on one of the most pivotal elements of crafting memorable experiences: the Food and Beverage (F&B) sector, combined with the innovative concepts of experiential venues.

Scheduled to take place from September 4 to 5, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre in Dubai, EPEX 2025 is set to introduce the Gourmet & Experiential Venues Pavilion—an intentionally curated showcase that will spotlight culinary innovators, imaginative catering firms, and uniquely conceptualized venues that are reshaping the traditional role of F&B in event planning.

The Gourmet & Experiential Venues Pavilion aims to become a vibrant hub where avant-garde gastronomy meets dynamic event spaces, offering attendees an opportunity to visit some of the most discerning exhibitors in the sector. Among the participants will be acclaimed names such as Venuewise, Rikas Hospitality, which includes popular establishments like Twiggy and Gohan, prestigious pastry brand Ladurée, and Addmind, known for chic venues like Clap and Iris. Other standout contributors such as Ben’s Farmhouse and Sunset Hospitality, which boasts renowned venues like SushiSamba and Mott32, will also participate. Each brand will reveal its distinct perspective on how food serves not merely as sustenance but as a compelling medium for connection, culture, and creativity.

Elevating Events through Culinary Storytelling

The role of food and beverage in event planning has evolved dramatically. It is no longer sufficient to think of F&B merely as a catering service; it now stands as a transformative experiential tool that shapes the overall guest experience. At EPEX 2025, F&B will metamorphose into a central experience zone, allowing event planners and buyers to delve deeper into how carefully curated gastronomy and venue selection can greatly enhance the overall event experience.

Core objectives for F&B at EPEX will include:

– Driving Deeper Guest Engagement: Engaging attendees through immersive culinary experiences that resonate on a personal level.
– Creating Memorable Brand Moments: Utilizing unique dining experiences as vessels for brand storytelling, thus enhancing brand loyalty and recognition.
– Elevating Social and Destination Events: Transforming social gatherings into unforgettable events that reflect individual tastes, preferences, and cultural backgrounds.
– Turning Meals into Immersive Stories: Weaving narratives through gastronomy that captivate guests’ senses and create a lasting impression.

A Curated Space for One-on-One Connections

EPEX 2025 anticipates welcoming over 500 hosted buyers and event planners, presenting an exclusive opportunity to forge valuable connections with premium culinary partners. This pavilion leaves room for attendees to sample innovative F&B concepts while also discovering how restaurants and F&B-led venues can imbue events with depth and character. Such personalized interactions are invaluable in an increasingly competitive event landscape.

Event professionals will not only network but also gain insights into emerging trends and best practices in culinary and event experiences. This collaborative atmosphere, cultivating relationships between experienced vendors and discerning buyers, sets EPEX apart as a of forward-thinking in event planning.

Join Us at EPEX 2025

Mark your calendars for September 4–5, 2025, for EPEX 2025, a catalyst for innovation and creativity in the events and hospitality sectors. Anchoring the occasion is the Gourmet & Experiential Venues Pavilion, which serves as a testament to the vital role of food and beverage in shaping extraordinary experiences.

For more information and to register your attendance, visit EPEX's official website. This is an opportunity to explore, taste, and build connections that will undoubtedly enhance your event experiences.

As the event industry continues to evolve, EPEX 2025 promises to be a landmark event, merging culinary excellence with innovative event solutions to define the future of MICE.

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