Food & Drinks Chişinău

"Food & Drinks" is an annual, specialized trade fair for the food and beverage industry, held each spring in the Moldovan capital, Chișinău. The name not only symbolizes the fair's culinary focus but has also established itself internationally as a hallmark of quality, innovation, and regional diversity. The event takes place at the International Exhibition Centre MoldExpo (IEC MoldExpo), the country’s largest and most modern exhibition venue. Its central location and excellent transport connections make it ideally suited for both international exhibitors and trade visitors.

The event is organized by I.E.C. MOLDEXPO S.A., a seasoned company specializing in the organization of international trade fairs and conferences across various industries. The aim of "Food & Drinks" is to provide companies with a platform to showcase their products, services, and technological developments, while also promoting international exchange and fostering new business relationships.

The fair centers around innovative solutions and current trends in the sectors of food, beverages, gastronomy, food technology, and packaging. Exhibits range from meat and dairy products to frozen goods and confectionery, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Both Moldovan specialties and international delicacies—particularly from Italian cuisine—are featured.

The product range is complemented by modern machinery and technologies for food processing, filling and packaging systems, and software solutions that support the digital transformation of the industry. Suppliers from the hospitality and catering sectors will also find a wide selection of professional kitchen equipment, hygiene solutions, and innovations for large-scale and institutional catering.

A standout feature of the fair is its diverse supporting program, which includes live cooking shows, product tastings, expert lectures, and networking events. These elements facilitate exchange between exhibitors and visitors, turning the fair into a vibrant forum for professionals.

"Food & Drinks" attracts trade visitors from across Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and beyond—including retailers, wholesalers, restaurateurs, hoteliers, importers, technology providers, and industry journalists. For many companies, it serves as a key platform for market entry and the initiation of strategic partnerships.

In summary, "Food & Drinks" in Chișinău is much more than a trade fair—it is a vital driver of Moldova’s food industry. With its international orientation, focus on quality and innovation, and the professional organization provided by MoldExpo, it makes a significant contribution to the country’s economic development. Thanks to its convenient location—just a few kilometers from the city center, well connected by public transport, and easily accessible from the airport—the fair is an attractive meeting point for trade professionals from around the world.

On the whole the organisers welcomed on the 4 days of the fair, from 18. May to 21. May 2023, about 47 exhibitors and 4356 visitors on the Food & Drinks in Chişinău .

For the twenty-eighth time there is the Food & Drinks on 4 days from Thur., 15.05.2025 to Sun., 18.05.2025 in Chişinău .