ABE - Asia Barbecue Expo Kuala Lumpur

ABE – Asia Barbecue Expo is an international trade fair dedicated to the barbecue, grilling and outdoor cooking industry and is open exclusively to trade visitors. The event is organised by Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group Co., an experienced exhibition organiser with a strong pan-Asian network and long-standing expertise in building international industry platforms.

ABE is held at the MITEC – Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre and is deliberately located in Kuala Lumpur, one of Southeast Asia’s leading commercial and logistics hubs. Malaysia is widely regarded as a strategic gateway linking the ASEAN markets with China, Australia and the Middle East. This advantageous location gives the exhibition strong international relevance and positions it as a key meeting point for cross-border business.

In terms of content, Asia Barbecue Expo covers the entire value chain of modern grilling and outdoor cooking. The core focus is on barbecue and cooking equipment, including gas, charcoal, pellet and electric grills, smokers and modular outdoor kitchen systems. These are complemented by professional outdoor kitchen solutions such as hobs, ovens, refrigeration systems and extraction units. The exhibition also showcases fuels, cleaning and safety products, as well as smart control and energy-saving technologies – ranging from precise temperature management to energy-efficient and solar-assisted solutions.

Another key focus is on ingredients, spices, marinades, sauces and other premium food products developed specifically for the international barbecue market. This culinary dimension adds an inspirational and experiential element to the event alongside its technical scope. In addition, the exhibition presents services related to the planning, refurbishment and operation of barbecue and BBQ restaurants, digital point-of-sale systems, ordering solutions and franchise concepts. As a result, ABE addresses manufacturers, distributors, foodservice operators and system providers alike.

Exhibitors include companies from the sectors of grill and kitchen equipment, outdoor living, energy technology, food production, foodservice supplies, chain catering and smart technologies. Visitors primarily come from specialist retail, wholesale and retail trade, gastronomy, hotel and catering, as well as from import, distribution and project-planning companies involved in outdoor kitchens and foodservice concepts. For these target groups, ABE serves as a dedicated sourcing, innovation and networking platform with a strong commercial focus.

Beyond new product launches and market debuts, the exhibition distinguishes itself through industry-specific presentations and live demonstrations that highlight craftsmanship, technological innovation and international barbecue culture. In this way, Asia Barbecue Expo actively facilitates exchange between global brands and regional markets while supporting the development of a distinct Asian BBQ identity.

Asia Barbecue Expo forms part of an international exhibition series staged at multiple locations, creating a global platform for the barbecue and outdoor cooking industry. With Kuala Lumpur as its host city, the event benefits from ideal conditions: MITEC offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, spacious exhibition halls, international connectivity via Kuala Lumpur International Airport and convenient access from the city centre. This combination brings together professional trade fair business and a dynamic urban environment, providing an excellent setting for sustainable business development and international expansion.

The ABE - Asia Barbecue Expo will take place on 3 days from Thursday, 10. September to Saturday, 12. September 2026 in Kuala Lumpur.