Salón Gourmets programme

Find out what is happening at Salón Gourmets: activities, championships, contests, themed areas, awards, tastings, demonstrations and professional meetings.

Programme of activities

Throughout the show, Salón Gourmets offers a professional programme designed to discover trends, enjoy gourmet experiences and connect with brands, chefs, producers, buyers and sector influencers.

Tastings, demonstrations, competitions, talks, meetings and professional activities make Salón Gourmets an active and dynamic experience for visitors and exhibitors.

Programme of activities

Activities

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April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Explanation of the POTATO CHIPS process

This section details the potato chip manufacturing process, from the reception of raw materials from the field to the final product, fully processed and ready for packaging. As manufacturers, we develop and configure production lines tailored to each customer's specific requirements, taking into account parameters…

April 13
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Guided Honey Tasting from Asturias · Miel Valle de Prada

Guided tasting of raw honeys forest (chestnut) and mountain (heather). The activity highlights origin, natural environment, sensory differences between varieties and the “from hive to jar” process, emphasizing traceability, certifications and culinary uses of honey in gastronomy and pairings. Approximate duration:…

April 13
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Espacio Gastronómico Alimentos de España
Hall 7 - A05

Inauguration by the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Mr. Luis Planas Puchades

The Official Opening of the World's leading International Fine Food and Beverages Fair will be attended by Mr. Luis Planas, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA), who will inaugurate the 39th edition of Salón Gourmets. Francisco López Canís, Honorary President, and Francisco López Bago, President and CEO…

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Mushrooms and artichokes tasting

We are waiting for you at our stand to taste our products. On Monday 13/04 we will focus on Mushrooms and Artichokes Line and their different uses for original culinary creations.

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Oficial Opening 39º Salón Gourmets

Luis Planas Puchades, Spain’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, has inaugurated the 39th edition of Salón Gourmets at IFEMA Madrid, in an event attended by numerous authorities and institutional representatives. Francisco López Canís and Francisco López López-Bago, Honorary President and President & CEO of…

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

ReyGa Sweet Walnut Tasting

Presentation of ReyGa Walnut Sweet accompanied by tasting samples.

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Show cooking, tastings and pairings with quality products from Navarre

Discover the essence and excellence of our products from the producers themselves: new products, pairings and tempting combinations designed to surprise professionals.At our institutional stand, chef Sergio Cuartero will be cooking live to showcase the quality and versatility of each dish.Every day of the fair, we…

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Showcooking and Tastings from Matosinhos

Tapas and traditional dishes from Matosinhos.

April 13
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

SHOWCOOKING: Chef Roberto Fuertes Rico con Pago de Valdecuevas. Tierra de Sabor GASTRO

En el corazón del 39º Salón Gourmets, r refuerza su apuesta por la experiencia en vivo con un espacio que vuelve a situar la gastronomía como lenguaje directo entre producto, territorio y público. La cabecera del stand de Tierra de Sabor, situado en el pabellón 6, acogerá un escenario concebido para mostrar, compartir…

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Showcookings, catas y presentaciones

Diferentes showcookings, catas y degustaciones organizados por los productores presentes.

April 13
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

SPECIALTY COFFEE

SPECIALTY COFFEE FROM CAFÉS ARUBA OF A CORUÑA (COLOMBIA+BRAZIL+ETHIOPIA) WITH COFFEE TIRAMISU

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tasting of our artisanal products.

Enjoy tasting our artisanal products all day at our stand.

April 13
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tasting sessions of truffle gourmet products

Throughout the fair, visitors will be invited to taste a selection of Truffal gourmet products. These tastings will allow guests to experience the distinctive aroma and flavour of black truffle through oils, sauces, cheeses, cured meats, honeys and other truffle specialties. The tastings will demonstrate different…

Official program

April 13
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Auditorium Gourmets
Hall 5 - E50

Sponsored by NAVARRA - REYNO GOURMET

The Best Navarre Vegetable Stew: Reyno Gourmet Challenge

Salón Gourmets celebrates the excellence of Navarra's vegetable gardens in its own unique way, bringing together professional chefs and quality products in one place. The Best Navarra Vegetable Stew Championship: Reyno Gourmet Challenge has highlighted the vegetable stew from Navarra's vegetable gardens, almost an…

April 13
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wine Tasting to experience Galicia hand in hand with Méndez-Rojo.

At the Méndez-Rojo stand, visitors will be able to take part in a unique sensory experience: a “Wine Tasting to experience Galicia”. Through a curated selection of wines, the activity invites guests to journey through the landscapes, traditions, and Atlantic character that define the winery. The tasting will be led by…

Official program

April 13
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Escenario Gourmets
Hall 6 - A26

Sponsored by DENOMINACIÓN DE ORIGEN DEHESA DE EXTREMADURA

32nd Ham Cutting Contest / Dehesa de Extremadura

One of the classics of the Salon Gourmets, which this year has celebrated its 32nd edition. Six slicers competed in skill in front of a jury of professionals who assessed parameters such as: the thickness and size of the slice, the straightness of the cut, the presentation of the dish, cleanliness and speed, among…

April 13
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

CINCO SIGLOS DE TRADICIÓN HEROICA

Cinco siglos de tradición heroica. Vinos de la DOP El Hierro - Canarias

April 13
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Showcooking with food products certified with the Natural Park of Andalusia Brand

11:30 to 12:15 Andalusian Regional Government Stand: Protected Origins, Authentic Flavors Gilda (a type of pintxo) made with organic artisan goat cheese from the Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park, pistachios from the Alto Guadiato Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA), and forest honey from the Sierra de Cardeña y…

Official program

April 13
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Hall Gourmets
Hall 3 - A50

Sponsored by ISLAS CANARIAS

Tacomanía- Canary Islands Avocado PGI Mexican Taco Championship

The goal of this competition is to recognize the best Mexican taco recipe in which Canary Islands Avocado with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) serves as the main ingredient and star of the dish, while promoting creativity, technique, flavor, and speed of execution. The competition featured six participants,…

April 13
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tasting of Valencian products from Proava

PROAVA is the voice of the Valencian agri-food sector. We strive to improve communication and promotion of quality products from the Valencian Community. The organization was created in 1993 with the support of the Valencian Government and represents local producers from Castellón, Valencia, and Alicante, as well as…