IFEX Philippines 2024 is the Philippines’ Biggest International Trade Show For Food and Ingredients organized by Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and Department of Trade & Industry (DTI) Philippines that was held on May 10, 2024 – May 12, 2024 at World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM), Mezzanine Level WTCMM Building, Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave. cor. Diosdado Macapagal Blvd., Pasay City 1300.
IFEX Philippines is the country’s premier global platform that develops and promotes the export capabilities of SMEs providing quality Filipino and Asian food and ingredients. The Food Philippines IFEX was dubbed as “It’s A Salu-Salo! Find the Best Flavors & Ingredients Here”. With the enhanced IFEXConnect.com, it optimizes the sourcing experience of food buyers anywhere in the world. IFEX Philippines continues to provide agile solutions for Filipino Food & Beverage (F&B) entrepreneurs.
The participants and those who have joined the IFEX Philippines 2024, experienced the distinct immersive spaces under under this year’s Flavor Finds and have seen what’s new and innovative in today’s food industry.
At IFEX’s trade hall, the show featured are as follows:
1. FAST CATCH – Functional, Authentic, Sustainable, and Twist. An interpretation of what’s in and the future of food based on the market place of consumers around the globe. Functional – Satiates beyond nutrition by offering health benefits for longevity and against sickness. Authentic – Intertwines culture and history into a rich tapestry of culinary taste. Sustainable – Health and regenerative to both people and the environment. Twist – Fresh and surprising takes on conventional food flavors, ingredients, and preparation.
2. The Katha Awards Gallery – showcases outstanding IFEX Philippines exhibitors who have made a mark in food excellence with their latest food offerings and applications.
3. Regional Flex – Community pride on display with products distinct to specific regions of the Philippines.
4. Open House – Programs and initiatives by public and private sectors that champion Filipino food exporters, manufacturers, and MSMEs.
5. Philippine Food Holidays by Ms. Clang Garcia – Bringing you to a creative food journey through a story telling Photo Exhibit of Ms. Clang Garcia’s 15-year research on Generational Dishes, Delicacies, Culinary Custodians and Coconut Culture.
IFEX Philippines Show Components are the following:
1. EXHIBITION – Showcases thousands of Philippine and Asian food and flavors at par with the global export market, all under one roof.
2. MARKETPLACE – Allows buyers and the general public access to a diverse retail space comprised of thousands of food offerings from IFEX Philippines exhibitors.
3. BUSINESS MATCHING – Connects trade buyers and IFEX Philippines exhibitors through convenient onsite and online engagement oppurtunities.
4. IFEX TALKS – Creates a valuable learning space about food exporting and technicalities global trends, and new marketv.
5. SPECIAL EVENTS – Celebrates Katha Awards for Food with quality offerings and innovations from IFEX Philippines exhibitors.
Participants and guests who joined the IFEX Philippines 2024 has experience the Biggest International Trade Show For Food and Ingredients at WTCMM Retail Hall & Consumer Area as follows:
1. MARKET PLACE – General public and direct consumers has enjoyed of the variety of food products of the diverse exhibitors in the Market Place. Enjoyed Premium 7 products and other rising global food stars. The exhibitors are 3 SHER’S FOOD PRODUCTS, SEAGLE LOGISTICS, INC., 3SISTERS HOMEMADE BANANA, 53 COCONUT FARM, A5 FOOD PRODUCTS, ACT-WEL, INC., AG NUTRICEUTICALS, AHYA COCO ORG FOOD MFG, AICE, AIRSPEED, AISHA-FIL FOODS INC., AIZA’S SWEETS, ALBAY PILINUT CANDY, ALBAY/DAI HAI/JRESH ET AL, ALBOCO FOOD INDUSTRY, ALENTER FOOD INC., ALT SCOOPS, AMLEY FOOD CORPORATION, ANTAS, AQUARIANE FOOD PROD MFG, AR-AM FOOD HOUSE, AUDREY’S CONFECTIONERIES, AZELBREN’S SPICE & FOOD, BAHAGHARI GLOBAL FOOD, BAHI ENTERPRISES,
2. IFEX KITCHEN – Experts showed live cooking demonstrations at IFEX KITCHEN of the following:
A. Flavor Innovations: Redefining Filipino Cuisine with a Twist by Chef Lelaine Joy Ibe & Geraldine Hizole, Patricia Food Processing Coro.
B. Barista 101 by Chef Ernest Martin, Head Roaster Don Leonardo Sadsad & Barista John Richard Co, Chapter Coffee Roastery and Cafe.
C. A quick and Easy Cooking Demo by Chef Dexter Ngo, Plant based Association of the Philippines.
D. Better with Baken by Chef Carlos Villaflor, Baken Philippines Inc.
E. Amazing Dishes with EXCELLENT Products by Chef Reina Ancheta, Jeverps Manufacturing Corp.
F. Ube and Mozzarella Magic in the Kitchen by Chef Alex Viola, Elufa Multi-Link Inc.
G. Binukuhang Manggaby Ms. Clang Garcia
H. World of Flavors by Chef Jaz Escano, Century Pacific Food, Inc.
I. Cook with COCOES by Chef Cecille Chang, Lionheart Farms Philippines Inc.
J. Summer Sizzle: Stay Cool, Stay Strong with Tropical Blend Malunggay Smoothie by Ms. Maria Teresa Santiano. Hold Industry Development Group.
K. Cooking Demonstrations by Cook Magazine.
