NFH Expo 2026: Returns to Showcase the Future of Indonesia’s F&B and Hospitality Industry
The Petalogue / 15 hours
July 7, 2026
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NFH Expo 2026 will return to the Indonesia Convention Exhibition, or ICE BSD City, from July 9 to 12, 2026. Held at Hall 3, the four-day event will bring together businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry communities from Indonesia’s food, beverage, culinary, and hospitality sectors.
This year, the exhibition carries the theme “Tap Into Indonesia’s Finest Delicacies.” Through this theme, NFH Expo 2026 aims to highlight Indonesia’s culinary diversity while creating new opportunities for business growth, partnerships, innovation, and industry collaboration.
More than 25,000 visitors are expected to attend the exhibition. They will be able to explore products, services, technologies, and business solutions covering the F&B and hospitality value chain.
Admission to the event is free for registered visitors.
NFH Expo 2026 Connects Indonesia’s F&B and Hospitality Industry
Indonesia’s food and beverage market continues to attract new businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs. At the same time, changing consumer preferences, digital platforms, delivery services, and lifestyle trends are reshaping how businesses operate.
As competition grows, companies need to improve their products, services, and business models. They also need access to reliable suppliers, technologies, professional networks, and relevant market insights.
NFH Expo 2026 responds to those needs by providing a space where industry players can meet, exchange knowledge, and explore possible collaborations.
The exhibition is designed for buyers, distributors, hotel operators, restaurant owners, chefs, culinary professionals, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Visitors can compare business solutions, discover new products, and connect directly with exhibitors.
Meanwhile, participating brands can introduce their products to a focused professional audience. The event can help them increase visibility, receive direct feedback, and develop new commercial relationships.
A Showcase of Products, Technologies, and Business Solutions
NFH Expo 2026 will occupy approximately 5,000 square meters at ICE BSD City. The venue allows the event to present a broad range of brands, ingredients, equipment, technologies, and hospitality services in one location.
Visitors can expect to discover solutions related to food production, kitchen equipment, bakery and pastry, specialty coffee, beverages, restaurant operations, hotel supplies, packaging, and business development.
Therefore, the exhibition can serve as a practical sourcing destination for companies seeking to improve their operations.
Restaurant owners may discover new kitchen equipment or ingredients. Hotel operators can explore hospitality products and services. Café owners can meet coffee suppliers, equipment providers, and potential business partners.
The event also gives entrepreneurs an opportunity to study the market before starting or expanding a business. By speaking directly with suppliers and industry professionals, visitors can better understand current products, operational requirements, and business opportunities.
For established companies, the exhibition may also support expansion by opening access to new distributors, franchise opportunities, and strategic partners.
Industry Associations Support NFH Expo 2026
A strong network of industry associations supports this year’s exhibition.
The supporting organizations include the Association of Culinary Professionals, Perkumpulan Penyelenggara Jasaboga Indonesia, Indonesian Pastry Bakery Society, and Specialty Coffee Association of Indonesia.
Their participation strengthens the exhibition’s connection with professionals working across the culinary, catering, bakery, pastry, and coffee industries.
It also helps the organizers develop relevant programs that reflect the interests and needs of each sector.
Collaboration with professional associations is important because the F&B and hospitality industries depend on skills, standards, and continuous knowledge exchange.
Through these partnerships, NFH Expo 2026 aims to encourage professional development and create stronger connections between businesses, communities, and industry practitioners.
More Than a Food and Hospitality Exhibition
NFH Expo 2026 will offer more than product displays and exhibition booths.
Visitors can also participate in industry talks, workshops, networking sessions, business matchmaking, live cooking demonstrations, and culinary showcases.
These programs are designed to make the event useful for both new entrepreneurs and experienced professionals.
For example, industry talks can help visitors understand changes in the market. Workshops can introduce practical knowledge and new skills. Meanwhile, business matchmaking sessions can connect companies with potential buyers, suppliers, distributors, or investors.
Live demonstrations also allow brands and culinary professionals to present their products directly to visitors. This format provides a clearer understanding of product quality, function, and possible applications.
Because the programs cover both business and creative topics, the exhibition can appeal to a wide range of attendees. It is relevant not only for corporate buyers, but also for chefs, culinary students, café owners, and people planning to enter the industry.
Nusantara Culinary Challenge Celebrates Indonesian Talent
One of the main highlights at NFH Expo 2026 is the Nusantara Culinary Challenge.
The competition will bring together chefs, culinary professionals, students, and emerging talents from different backgrounds. Participants will showcase their technical abilities, creativity, and understanding of Indonesian cuisine.
At the same time, the competition will celebrate the diversity of Indonesia’s ingredients, regional flavors, and culinary traditions.
The Nusantara Culinary Challenge can also become an important platform for younger talents. Competition experience may help participants improve their skills, build confidence, and gain exposure within the professional culinary community.
For visitors, the program provides an opportunity to see how traditional Indonesian culinary elements can be presented through modern ideas, professional techniques, and creative interpretations.
The competition reflects the wider mission of the exhibition: supporting innovation without losing the identity and heritage of Indonesian cuisine
Indonesia’s Specialty Coffee Industry Takes the Spotlight
Coffee will also become an important part of NFH Expo 2026.
The Specialty Coffee Association of Indonesia will organize IBrC 2026/2027 Regional 2, alongside several coffee-focused programs and activities.
These programs will bring together coffee professionals, competitors, café owners, and enthusiasts. Beyond competition, they will create opportunities for learning, networking, and exchanging ideas.
Indonesia has a strong coffee culture and many coffee-producing regions. However, the industry continues to evolve as customers become more interested in coffee origins, processing methods, brewing techniques, and product quality.
As a result, coffee businesses must continue to develop their knowledge and improve the customer experience.
The coffee programs at NFH Expo 2026 can help connect different parts of the industry, from producers and roasters to baristas, equipment providers, café owners, and consumers.
They also provide a stage for professionals to demonstrate their skills and contribute to the development of Indonesia’s specialty coffee community
FnB Franchise Indonesia Opens New Business Opportunities
This program is designed for F&B brands, entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who want to explore franchise opportunities and business expansion.
Franchising can offer a more structured way to enter the food and beverage industry. Entrepreneurs may gain access to an established concept, operating system, product portfolio, and brand identity.
However, potential franchise partners still need to evaluate investment costs, market demand, operational support, and long-term business potential.
At FnB Franchise Indonesia, visitors can meet participating brands directly and ask detailed questions about their business models. This direct interaction can support a more informed decision-making process.
For participating brands, the program creates opportunities to meet potential franchise partners and expand into new cities or markets.
The inclusion of FFI makes NFH Expo 2026 relevant not only for culinary and hospitality professionals, but also for investors looking for business opportunities in the growing F&B sector.
A Strategic Location at ICE BSD City
NFH Expo 2026 will take place at ICE BSD City, one of Indonesia’s largest exhibition and convention destinations.
Its facilities and exhibition space provide a suitable setting for large-scale business events, professional programs, product showcases, and industry networking.
Located in BSD City, the venue is accessible to visitors from Jakarta, Tangerang, and surrounding areas.
The approximately 5,000-square-meter exhibition area is expected to accommodate a broader selection of exhibitors, products, services, and technologies.
By bringing different parts of the F&B and hospitality ecosystem into one venue, the event allows visitors to explore multiple business categories efficiently during a single visit.
How to Register for NFH Expo 2026
NFH Expo 2026 will be held from July 9 to 12, 2026, at Hall 3, ICE BSD City.
The four-day event will feature exhibitions, culinary competitions, workshops, live demonstrations, business matchmaking, and networking programs.
Visitor registration is now open, and admission is free.
Interested visitors can register through the official Nusantara Food & Hotel website at nusantarafoodhotel.com/register.
For the latest announcements, program schedules, and exhibitor information, follow @nusantarafoodhotel on Instagram. Updates are also available through the Nusantara Food & Hotel Expo pages on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Whether you are a business owner, industry professional, investor, chef, student, or culinary enthusiast, NFH Expo 2026 offers an opportunity to discover new ideas, build valuable connections, and explore the future of Indonesia’s food, beverage, coffee, and hospitality industries.
