Preferred by top industry names

Leading brands, united in excellence

Meet the renowned companies shaping food, equipment, and hospitality at this year’s fair.

A.R. TARTUFI

CACAO CRUDO

CALLIPO

F. BASILE

FUNGO & TARTUFO

IL BUON GUSTO ITALIANO

MartinoRossi

MOLINI VALENTE

OLEIFICI MASTURZO

POLSELLI.

Feature highlights

Experience Italian food innovation

See how Italian companies are shaping the future of food and hospitality with quality products and advanced solutions at this year’s fair.

Authentic food & ingredients

Premium Italian ingredients and culinary trends for professionals and buyers.

Masterclass & Live cooking by a panel of Chefs

Experience Italian food at its finest, cooked live at our Tasting Counter

Event highlights

ITALY
Partner Country at AAHAR 2026

Get the latest on event schedules, Italian exhibitors, and important updates for visitors and participants. Browse news, company features, and essential information for your visit.

ITALY - Partner Country
Masterclass
Live Cooking Show
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ITALY to be the Partner Country at AAHAR 2026

Italy serves as a key participating nation at AAHAR 2026, Asia's premier food and hospitality B2B fair.

‍Event Overview:
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AAHAR 2026, marking its 40th edition, runs from March 10-14 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, organized by ITPO. Italian companies join exhibitors from 17+ countries, showcasing artisanal pasta, olive oil, machinery, and premium food products.

‍Strategic Importance:

This participation aligns with strengthening India-Italy trade ties, targeting $20 billion bilateral trade by 2029 amid growing collaborations in food processing and hospitality. Italy's presence highlights export opportunities for its wines, gourmet items, and equipment to India's expanding market.
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ITALIAN TRADE AGENCY

ITA is committed to strengthening Indo-Italian collaboration in agriculture, food processing, hospitality, and agri-food technologies, using platforms like AAHAR to deepen business partnerships and investments. This commitment is anchored in the Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025–2029, which targets higher bilateral trade, more industrial collaborations, and enhanced presence of Italian agri-food and hospitality companies in the Indian market.

Italian Masterclass at AAHAR 2026

Step into the world of authentic Italian flavors at AAHAR 2026, where renowned Italian chefs will host exclusive live masterclass sessions. Watch culinary masters in action as they recreate traditional recipes, share the secrets behind Italy’s most beloved dishes, and offer a taste of true Italian craftsmanship. From artisanal pasta to gourmet desserts, this interactive experience celebrates the essence of Italian gastronomy—passion, creativity, and quality. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the chefs, taste their creations, and discover the stories behind every dish.
Masterclasses Session:
Venue: 1G - 18F (Ground floor)
Date: 10-th13th March,2026
Place: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Masterclass Schedule

MASTERCLASS-1

Pasta + Pasticcceria

"Da Trieste in giu'" - A journey through Italian cuisine

Chef Mattia Volpari

Tuesday, 10th March

15:00 hrs to 16:30 hrs

MASTERCLASS-2

Pizza flour

Mastering the Art of Neapolitan & Pala Romana Pizza by Chef Riccardo Scaioli

Chef Riccardo Scaioli

Wednesday, 11th March

15:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs

MASTERCLASS-3

Fruit-based mix for non-alcoholic beverages

Creative Beverage Masterclass with ODK Fruit Mixers

Chef Jose Ramir C. Perez

Wednesday, 11th March

16:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs

MASTERCLASS-4

Pasta

Master the Art of Pasta Making with the Best Campanian Chef!

Chef Gian Marco Carli

Thursday, 12th March

15:00 hrs to 16:30 hrs

MASTERCLASS-5

Pizza flour

Crafting the Perfect Pizza Dough with Molino Casillo

Chef Mike Antoni

Friday, 13th March

15:00 hrs to 16:30 hrs

Register for the Masterclass experience

Experience the Art of Italian Cuisine

We are pleased to present a live-cooking showcase featuring the finest "Made in Italy" products. This event will highlight ten Italian companies bringing their premium food products to India, with the goal of strengthening the culinary and commercial ties between Italy and India.

Live show-cooking session:
Country Pavilion: Hall 1G-03 E-F (Ground floor)
Date: 10th to 13th March, 2026
Place: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Timing: 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

We invite you to join us to experience these authentic flavors and explore the excellence of Italian gastronomy.

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  • Find authentic products for your business.

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