The Philippine Food Expo (PFE), widely recognized as the country’s premier all-Filipino food and beverage exhibition, continues to showcase the very best of the nation’s vibrant culinary industry, a distinction it has upheld for more than a decade.

Originally established as a local sourcing platform aimed at strengthening the Philippine agricultural and food sectors, the expo has since evolved into a dynamic marketplace that attracts both local and international buyers. This growth has created broader opportunities for trade, collaboration, and sustainable economic impact, all while remaining deeply rooted in its mission to champion Filipino enterprise.

Over the years, the Philippine Food Expo has built a strong reputation as a trusted platform for business development, market insights, and meaningful industry connections. In its most recent edition, the event spotlighted the rich culinary heritage of the Ilocos Region, bringing together more than 300 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), exporters, and retailers. The three-day event generated approximately Php 139,000 in total sales and welcomed an estimated 20,000 attendees, including food enthusiasts, industry professionals, and members of the general public.

Now on its 18th year, the Philippine Food Expo 2026, organized by the Philippine Food Processors and Exporters Organization, Inc. (PHILFOODEX), in partnership with Cut Unlimited Inc. as the official exhibition manager, will take place from April 17 to 19, 2026 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila.

With the theme “Feast of Philippine Flavors to the World,” this year’s edition celebrates the country’s diverse culinary heritage through an expanded and dynamic lineup of activities. Attendees can expect business-focused seminars, live cooking demonstrations, exhibitor showcases, product launches, and the much-anticipated annual Culinary Challenges. This year’s competition will feature participation from over 43 schools, highlighting the distinctive flavors of Davao cuisine.

At the core of the expo are its exhibitors, hundreds of Filipino food and beverage retailers, MSMEs, exporters, and manufacturers, presenting an impressive range of products that reflect the evolving landscape of Filipino flavors from across the archipelago.

Marking an exciting milestone, PFE 2026 will introduce its first-ever International Pavilions, welcoming exporters from Malaysia and India. This new addition aims to foster cross-border collaboration and open up greater opportunities for trade among participating businesses.

Adding to the excitement, the Philippine Flair Tour will stage a high-energy flairtending competition, where top professionals from across the country will compete for the championship title.

Guests can also look forward to live cooking demonstrations by some of today’s notable culinary personalities, including Chef Abi “Lumpia Queen” Marquez, Chef Gerick Manalo, Chef Emily Peralta, and Chef JM Sunglao.

The three-day event is open to the public from April 17 to 19, 2026 (Friday to Sunday), from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and take advantage of the pre-registration discount available from March 4 to April 10, 2026.