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WOFEX MANILA

JULY 29 – AUGUST 1, 2026

WORLD TRADE CENTER and SMX CONVENTION CENTER

Marking a major milestone last year has made us all the more eager and dedicated to staging even bigger and better shows this 2026 – from our opening salvo with WOFEX Drinks + Bakes to the regional shows and up to the grand show in Manila.

With the trust and support of our exhibitors, sponsors, partners and the industry professionals who stand with us in providing business and learning opportunities for our visitors, we are once again set to bring you the biggest and most effective trade show on F&B in the country – World Food Expo (WOFEX).

This July 29 – August 1, be sure to visit us at our two simultaneous locations – World Trade Center and SMX Convention Center for 4 exciting days to source, network and learn. Join us for the The Ultimate Food Show Experience!

WOFEX Manila 2025 Highlights

WOFEX 2026 Sponsors

MOST FOCUSED FOOD and BEVERAGE EXHIBITION

We have carefully curated the different event halls to allow the trade buyers to conveniently find within WOFEX all their sourcing needs.

Located at the Ground Floor of the SMX Convention Center, FINE FOODS is a dynamic exhibition where local and international food products are featured, fostering connections perfect for buyers looking for food distribution.

At World Trade Center, you will see a comprehensive line up of products and services related to baking, food processing, packaging, manufacturing, handling and cold chain. See more country pavilions, new products, quality ingredients and the NEW section on agri food products located at the Annex Hall.

Step into FOODSERVE, a vibrant hub on the 2nd floor of the SMX Convention Center, where the future of beverages unfolds! It features suppliers for beverages, including, coffee, tea options, and other drinks. It also highlights essential foodservice equipment and a complete range of HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe/Catering) supplies, covering everything from front-of-house needs to back-of-house operations.

Now on its 15th year, WOFEX shall continue to be host to the most prestigious culinary competition in the country today with its Philippines Culinary Cup, the country’s only culinary competition certified by WACS or the World Association of Chefs Societies. The Philippine Culinary Cup : Where The Best Meet To Compete.

Advanced education beyond what is learned from the classroom is what WOFEX University has been offering nationwide. By inviting industry practitioners with a wealth of first-hand experiences, the learning is richer, the sharing more valuable, and the content more relevant to the food service professionals.

The Frozen Food Zone is where you will find meat/poultry, meat products and frozen food items from premium global brands, highlighting a dynamic and growing segment in the Philippine meat industry. With increasing demand for convenient, high-quality, and ethically sourced frozen products, this zone is your essential gateway to innovation and opportunity.

Kitchen Theater 1a

Kitchen Theater is where professional chefs and industry experts take centerstage to conduct demos and short talks on the latest ingredients, trends, products and innovations in the F&B industry.

CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES

SMX CONVENTION CENTER MANILA

Mall of Asia Complex, Seashell Ln, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila

WOFEX UNIVERSITY IN MANILA(SMX)

WOFEX U’s Catering Track is scheduled for August 1 at the SMX Convention Center. Join the sessions on starting a catering business, food packaging and designing successful business endeavors.
 

WOFEX UNIVERSITY IN MANILA(SMX)

WOFEX U is getting ready to bring you a series of seminars designed to help you navigate the fast-paced food and beverage industry.

The Coffee Series on July 29 offers all you need to know about the dynamic coffee business. For essential knowledge on operating a restaurant, you can sign up for the Kitchen Management track on July 30 and Resto Industry track on July 31.

The seminars will be held at the SMX Convention Center in conjunction with WOFEX Manila, the biggest and most-awaited trade show on F&B in the country.

Sign up early!👇👇
https://wofexu.com/Manila-2026

 

THE 2026 PHILIPPINE CULINARY CUP(SMX)

Join us at the Philippine Culinary Cup, the only WORLDCHEFS-certified culinary competition in the country organized by WOFEX in partnership with LTB Philippines Chefs Association.

Watch as talented chefs compete for honors under the watchful eye of 38 foreign and 51 local chef-judges.

PCC is co-located with WOFEX happening on July 29 to August 1 at the SMX Convention Center.

KITCHEN THEATHER (SMX)

Learn for free at the Kitchen Theater!
Join the sessions from July 29 to August 1
at Function Room 5 of the SMX Convention Center. Demos start at 11am.

CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES

WORLD TRADE CENTER MANILA

WTCMM Building, Pasay Extension corner, 1300 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Pasay, Metro Manila

WOFEX UNIVERSITY IN MANILA(WTC)

Our entrepreneurial seminars are always well-attended because we offer a wide array of courses that are essential, relevant, and conducted by industry experts.

This July 31 to August 1, join WOFEX U at the World Trade Center as we present the Baking Biz track—a comprehensive guide to the science and profitability of running a bakeshop—and the Meats Track, where you can master advanced processing, preservation, and commercial production techniques.

Enroll now!👇👇
https://wofexu.com/Manila-2026-WTC

The PHILIPPINE BAR SCENE(WTC)

Take your bar business to the next level with new ideas and slants.

Join us for two timely seminars of The Philippine Bar Scene at WOFEX U this July 30 at the World Trade Center.

Register now!👇👇
Topic 1: https://wofexu.com/bar-scenet1
Topic 2: https://wofexu.com/bar-scenet2

MS JANETTE TORAL IN MANILA(WTC)

Join us for an immersive experience where we bridge the gap between operational efficiency and intentional leadership. From mastering the psychology of high-performing teams to crafting a roadmap that balances profit with impact, these sessions are designed for those who aren’t just looking for a job, but a mission.

Invest in the skills that tech can’t replace: empathy, strategy, and leadership.

Secure your spot at 👇👇
https://wofexu.com//Manila2026-SelfDev

WOFEX Start-Ups

Congratulations to the 3rd Batch of WOFEX Start-Ups! Visit WOFEX Manila at the World Trade Center to meet the innovators, see their unique products and hear their inspiring stories.

WOFEX Manila is on July 29-August 1 at our two simultaneous venues – SMX Convention Center and the World Trade Center.

Start Ups - WOFEX Manila 2026

World Food Magazine

28-30 JANUARY 2027

LIVING HIS DREAM

He describes his work as “very fun,” and from the twinkle in his eyes, you know that he is having the time of his life. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share Chef Sonny Mariano knew he wanted to be...

A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH

She was all set to follow in the footsteps of her grandfather and father, an ambassador and military attaché, respectively. But the kitchen beckoned. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share Working almost ten years in high-stake jobs in Singapore...

Experiencing Terra Madre Asia Pacific 2025

A first-hand journey through heritage ingredients, terroir-driven drinks, and the people keeping Slow Food moving. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share In a fast-moving world, Terra Madre Asia & Pacific (TMAP) in Bacolod posed a simple question: What happens...

TEACHING BEYOND THE TECHNIQUE

He is tasked to shape the new generation of culinary professionals and he is meeting the challenge head-on. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share For Chef Marc Chalopin, culinary education begins before students ever pick up a knife.  It...

WORLD-CLASS FILIPINO CHOCOLATE MADE BY A WORLD-CLASS FILIPINO CHEF

Cacao farmer. Chocolate maker. Chocolatier. Entrepreneur and pastry chef—Ely Salar is committed to bringing recognition for Filipino cacao to the world stage. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share He was making pandesal at age 13. After school and during...

WHEN THE KITCHEN BECOMES THE CLASSROOM

Chefs don’t always have to be in the kitchen and teachers don’t always have to be in a classroom. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share Mike Yap did not set out to become a chef educator. At one point...

BEFORE THE MENU

Practice what you preach is something she lives by, and by doing so, she is able to help uplift others. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share Chef Waya Araos-Wijangco rarely starts with a recipe. She starts by understanding a...

FROM SAN SEBASTIAN TO TAGAYTAY – A JOURNEY OF FOOD AND LIFE

Life has been good to Mikel Arriet, and he is sharing his blessings by paying it forward. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share Growing up in one of the world’s most celebrated gastronomic destinations—San Sebastian in the Basque Country—young...

THE CULINARIAN IS BACK WITH INSPIRING CHEFS’ STORIES – Chef Reggie Aspiras

HOW FILIPINO FOOD STAYS WITH US For Chef Reggie Aspiras, preserving Filipino food begins from knowing where it comes from. Share Share Share Share Share Share Share She has never seen Filipino food as something to be catalogued or kept...

The latest issue of World Food magazine is out!

Read about the many ways Filipino cuisine is gaining international recognition, meet chefs of Michelin-awarded restaurants, read about our Terra Madre experience and our visit to the UNESCO City of Gastronomy – Iloilo, plus so much more.

Copies will be available at our regional shows or inquire at info@peptarsus.com

Hear what they have to say…

Dubbed as “The Ultimate Food Show Experience”, WOFEX continues to
co-locate events that bring together all segments of the food and beverage industry.

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