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The biggest restaurant innovation event is now open for registration
Tickets for Food Hotel Tech 2026 are officially on sale. If you're a restaurateur, hotelier, or FoodTech professional, save the dates now — this FoodTech trade show has quickly become the must-attend restaurant innovation event in France.
With over 8,500 industry professionals expected, Food Hotel Tech 2026 stands as the leading platform for exchange between restaurateurs and the key players driving digital transformation in hospitality. A place where restaurant innovation becomes real, tangible, and above all: accessible.
Why Food Hotel Tech 2026 is a must for restaurateurs
In a rapidly evolving industry, staying at the forefront of innovation is no longer optional — it's essential. Customer expectations are shifting, competitors are going digital, and today's technology tools can optimise every aspect of your business.
Food Hotel Tech 2026 gives you a unique opportunity to:
1. Discover the innovations transforming the industry
The FoodTech trade show brings together the most promising solutions on the market: management tools, digital menus (like ALaCarte.Direct 😉), next-generation POS systems, delivery solutions, marketing tools, stock management, energy optimisation... Everything shaping the restaurant of tomorrow will be on display.
2. Attend Innovation Pitches featuring top industry leaders
This year's programme promises to be exceptional, with appearances by:
- Tony Loeb, a leading figure in restaurant innovation
- Bernard Boutboul, a renowned expert in the hospitality and foodservice sector
These pitch sessions allow you to grasp in just minutes the trends that will define 2026 and beyond. A concentrated dose of expertise and foresight — essential for staying ahead of market shifts.
3. Take part in the 4 Awards celebrating excellence
The 4 Awards at Food Hotel Tech recognise the best innovations in the sector. It's your chance to discover solutions with a proven track record, validated by professionals and experts. A mark of quality and relevance to guide your investment decisions.
4. Join guided tours so you don't miss a thing
Given the scale of the event, themed guided tours help you target the exhibitors and solutions that truly match your needs. A valuable time-saver and a guarantee you'll leave with meaningful contacts and actionable leads.
Restaurant innovation: the key trends for 2026
Food Hotel Tech 2026 will reflect the major transformations redefining the restaurant industry:
Digitalising the customer experience
Digital menus, online ordering, paperless loyalty programmes, automated review management... The customer experience is now multi-channel and hyper-connected. Restaurateurs who adopt these tools see significant improvements in both satisfaction rates and revenue.
Data-driven operational optimisation
Next-generation management solutions harness data to steer your business: analyse sales, forecast stock needs, optimise your menu, identify quiet periods... Data is becoming a major strategic asset.
Sustainability and traceability
Consumers are increasingly conscious of where their food comes from and the environmental impact of their choices. Innovations showcased at the FoodTech trade show will include traceability solutions, food waste reduction tools, and responsible sourcing platforms.
Automating low-value tasks
To free up time and focus on hospitality and quality, numerous solutions now automate time-consuming tasks: stock management, staff scheduling, accounting, marketing...
Networking: the other major draw of the FoodTech trade show
Beyond the innovations, Food Hotel Tech 2026 is first and foremost a place to connect. You'll meet:
- Fellow restaurateurs to share best practices with
- Innovative solution providers who genuinely listen to your needs
- Experts who can advise you on your growth strategy
- Potential investors and partners
These informal connections are often just as valuable as product demonstrations. A coffee on the sidelines of the show can lead to a strategic partnership or a fruitful collaboration.
How to make the most of your visit
To maximise your experience at Food Hotel Tech 2026, here are a few tips:
- Book your ticket now: Spots fill up fast and early bird rates offer great value
- Identify your priorities: What are your needs? Which challenges are you looking to solve?
- Review the programme in advance: Pinpoint the talks and pitches that interest you
- Plan your meetings: Some exhibitors offer the option to schedule appointments ahead of time
- Allow time to explore: The best discoveries are often the unexpected ones
ALaCarte.Direct will be there
At ALaCarte.Direct, we believe restaurant innovation starts with tools that are simple, effective, and accessible. That's why we've been exhibiting at Food Hotel Tech for several years.
If you'd like to see how our digital menu solution can transform your customers' experience and simplify your operations, come and meet us at the show. We'd love to chat with you and give you a hands-on look at how ALaCarte.Direct fits into your business.
Reserve your spot now
Tickets for Food Hotel Tech 2026 are on sale. Don't miss this landmark restaurant innovation event in France.
With 8,500 professionals, dozens of exhibitors, top-tier talks, and prestigious Awards, Food Hotel Tech 2026 is shaping up to be a record-breaking edition.
See you at the leading FoodTech trade show — and start shaping the future of your restaurant.
