Athens Gastronomic Forum 2026

On 9 and 10 February 2026, the Technopolis City of Athens will host the inaugural Athens Gastronomic Forum. This significant development for the local meetings sector marks the first international gastronomic conference to be held in Greece, positioning the city as a focal point for the global culinary community.

Initiated by the respected food critic Dimitris Antonopoulos, the forum is designed as a platform to redefine the industry’s scope, moving beyond culinary techniques to explore gastronomy as a form of cultural dialogue and social driver. The event aims to bridge the Greek culinary scene with the international community, fostering innovation and sustainability.

The programme features a distinguished lineup of world-renowned speakers, including Joan Roca, Rasmus Munk, and Albert Adrià, who will lead the conversation on the "Gastronomy of Tomorrow". Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda comprising interactive workshops, cooking demonstrations, and specialised masterclasses on topics ranging from coffee and wine tasting to future menu trends.

For professionals in the meeting and hospitality industries, the Athens Gastronomic Forum offers a vital opportunity for high-level networking and knowledge exchange. It seeks to strengthen the strategic synergy between agriculture, gastronomy, and high-value tourism, enhancing Athens' competitive edge as a destination.