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The Food Hotel Tech 2026 trade show has established itself as the leading event for hospitality and foodservice professionals in France. On 14 and 15 April 2026, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles will welcome over 8,500 hoteliers and restaurateurs looking to discover the latest technology innovations in the hospitality sector. Here's everything you need to know to plan your visit.
Practical information
📅 Dates and opening hours
- Dates: 14 and 15 April 2026
- Venue: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles – Hall 4
- Getting there: Metro line 12, Porte de Versailles station
- Admission: Free for trade professionals upon registration
To register, head to the official Food Hotel Tech website. Online registration allows you to collect your visitor badge and browse the exhibitor list to plan your route around the show.
Programme and highlights
The 2026 edition builds on the success of previous years, with an even greater ambition. The organisers have confirmed several major highlights:
🎯 The 4 pillars of the event
- Exhibition: Dozens of technology solutions showcased by leading FoodTech companies
- Innovation Pitches: 4 sessions to discover the most innovative solutions
- Awards: 4 prizes recognising the best innovations of the year
- Guided tours: Personalised support for trade visitors
Innovation Pitches
The Innovation Pitches are one of the show's standout moments. These sessions give selected exhibitors the opportunity to present their solutions live on the Innovation Stage, directly to a professional audience.
👥 The hosts
This year, 4 pitch sessions are scheduled, hosted by two recognised industry experts:
- Tony Loeb (10 Minutes Hôtelier): 2 sessions
- Bernard Boutboul (Gira Conseil): 2 sessions
These professionals, well known in the hospitality industry, bring their expertise to spotlight the most promising solutions.
🎤 Pitch format
Each exhibitor has a limited time slot to win over the audience. This dynamic format lets you quickly discover a wide range of innovations and identify the ones that match your needs.
The 4 Food Hotel Tech Awards
The Food Hotel Tech Awards recognise the year's most outstanding innovations. 4 categories are maintained for the 2026 edition, following the same format as previous years.
These awards are closely watched by industry professionals, as they serve as a mark of quality and innovation for the winning solutions.
Exclusive guided tours
New for 2026: there is a stronger focus on exclusive guided tours. The number of tours will be significantly higher than the previous edition, with enhanced support for trade visitors.
✨ What the guided tours offer
- Themed routes tailored to your key challenges (digitalisation, recruitment, sustainability...)
- Personalised guidance from industry experts
- Priority access to exhibitor demonstrations
- Easy networking with fellow professionals facing similar challenges
To book your guided tour, register on the official show website as soon as time slots become available.
Why visit Food Hotel Tech 2026?
With 8,500+ trade visitors expected, Food Hotel Tech is the ideal place to:
🔍 Discover innovations
- Digital menu solutions (QR codes, OCR, AI)
- Specialist hospitality recruitment platforms
- Management and analytics tools
- Sustainability and food waste reduction solutions
- Booking and payment systems
🤝 Grow your network
- Meet peers who share your challenges
- Exchange ideas with industry experts
- Negotiate preferential terms with exhibitors
- Recruit talent attending the show
📚 Learn and upskill
- Attend talks and panel discussions
- Join hands-on workshops
- Understand the trends shaping the industry
How to prepare your visit
To make the most of your time at the show, we recommend you:
📋 Before the show
- Register online to get your free badge
- List your top 3 priorities (menus, recruitment, operations...)
- Browse the exhibitor list and shortlist the ones that interest you
- Book your slots for the guided tours
- Prepare your questions for each targeted exhibitor
📱 On the day
- Bring business cards to make connecting easier
- Wear comfortable shoes — you'll be doing a lot of walking
- Jot down your impressions after each stand so you don't forget anything
- Take advantage of live demonstrations to test solutions first-hand
Frequently asked questions about Food Hotel Tech 2026
When does Food Hotel Tech 2026 take place?
Food Hotel Tech 2026 will take place on 14 and 15 April 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Hall 4.
Is there an entry fee for Food Hotel Tech?
No, admission is free for hospitality professionals upon prior registration. You will need to present proof of professional status (business registration document, professional ID, etc.) to receive your badge.
Is Food Hotel Tech only for large hotel and restaurant groups?
Not at all. The show welcomes international chains and independent restaurateurs alike. Many of the solutions on display are specifically designed for small and medium-sized hospitality businesses.
How do I register for Food Hotel Tech 2026?
Registration is done on the official Food Hotel Tech website. Tickets are now available — you can register straight away to receive your visitor badge.
How many visitors are expected at Food Hotel Tech 2026?
The organisers expect over 8,500 hoteliers and restaurateurs across the two days of the show, with a qualified audience of hospitality professionals.
What can you discover at Food Hotel Tech?
The show showcases technology innovations for the hospitality industry: digitalisation solutions (QR menus, AI, OCR), specialist hospitality recruitment platforms, management and analytics tools, sustainability solutions, and booking and payment systems.
Conclusion
The Food Hotel Tech 2026 trade show promises to be an edition packed with innovations and networking opportunities. Whether you're an independent restaurateur or a hotel chain director, it's the perfect occasion to discover the technologies that can transform your business.
Dates to remember: 14 and 15 April 2026, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles – Hall 4.
While you wait for the show, you can already start exploring the FoodTech innovations available today. Read our article on the 5 FoodTech innovations transforming the restaurant industry in 2026.
And if you want to digitise your menu right now, find out how to create a digital restaurant in 30 seconds with no coding required.
