Food and beverage trends – Food&Life 2017 Munich

Eating, drinking, and enjoying are the watchwords at the FOOD & LIFE trade fair, which is taking place from November 29 to December 3, 2017, alongside Heim+Handwerk at the Munich Exhibition Center. Our trade fair TV team will be there for you. Our presenters will be testing, tasting, and reporting for you! Here, every visitor will find the opportunity to feast to their heart's content. What do the food and drinks have to offer?

The spectrum is very comprehensive, and the exhibitors' offerings are rounded off by seminars and workshops. For those who are unable to attend the trade fair in person, we will be reporting back with exciting insights from the event. Join us and experience FOOD & LIFE up close.

With over 280 exhibitors, Food & Life in Munich is the meeting place for connoisseurs. Socrates is said to have once remarked that “bad people only live to eat and drink, but good people eat and drink to live!” With this in mind, Food & Life offers exquisite, traditional, and artisan-made specialties from all over Europe.

Regional specialties with artisanal traditions

Food&Life 2017 impressively demonstrated the diversity of the culinary landscape of regional producers. The focus was on products based on traditional recipes, transparent origins, and gentle processing. The trend toward short delivery routes and honest craftsmanship was clearly evident among many exhibitors. The products presented included:

• hearty pastries from family-run bakeries
• naturally fermented drinks without artificial additives
• regional sausages and cheeses from our own production

Enjoying plant-based foods – a new approach to conscious nutrition

Vegan and vegetarian nutrition was a central theme at the trade fair. The offerings ranged from sophisticated interpretations of classics to innovative plant-based creations that focus on providing a balanced supply of nutrients. The focus was not only on taste and variety, but also on ethical and ecological considerations. In the area of plant-based products, the following were presented, for example:

• Freshly prepared dishes based purely on plants
• High-quality meat alternatives made from natural ingredients
• Beverages with functional ingredients for sports and everyday life

A culture of enjoyment between tradition and innovation

Whether olive oils with protected designation of origin, hand-made chocolates, or sustainable sweeteners – at Food&Life 2017, enjoyment and high standards met on equal terms. Many exhibitors presented products that combine traditional methods with modern sensory technology and international flair. The fine delicacies included, for example:

• Oils, vinegars, and spice blends from small manufacturers
• Confectionery with alternative sugar sources and sustainable packaging
• Delicatessen products from Mediterranean or Far Eastern craft traditions

Trailer for Food&Life 2016 at the Munich Trade Fair Center