Gulfood 2025, the world’s largest annual food and beverage exhibition, took place from February 17 to 21, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, and Mexico made an unforgettable impact. Showcasing its rich culinary heritage, premium food products, and innovative offerings, Mexico solidified its position as a global leader in the food and beverage industry.
At the heart of this success was the Mexican Pavilion, a vibrant space where visitors immersed themselves in authentic flavors, explored diverse product offerings, and built strong partnerships that are set to strengthen trade ties between Mexico, the UAE, and the broader Gulf region.
The event also saw the active participation of the Mexican Business Council in the UAE, led by Rafael Villalona, Chairman of the council. Under his leadership, the council played a pivotal role in fostering business connections and strengthening trade relations between Mexico, the UAE, and the broader Gulf region.
A Celebration of Mexico’s Culinary Heritage
The Mexican Pavilion offered a true taste of Mexico’s culinary excellence, featured 16 leading companies that demonstrated Mexico’s commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. These brands brought some of the nation’s best products to international buyers and forged valuable partnerships:
🌟 Food & Beverage Leaders
- Best Ground-Creative Ingredients – Pioneers in innovative ingredients for international food markets.
- AGROCOSA – Specializing in premium grains, chickpeas, and pulses.
- Plantamex – Leaders in herbal products and natural extracts for global distribution.
- BeeHiveMex – Offering sustainably sourced honey and natural sweeteners from Mexican bees.
- La Costeña – A globally recognized brand known for iconic sauces, beans, and canned goods.
- Empacadora del Golfo de México – Experts in high-quality seafood and canned exports.
- Meximport Food – Exporters of authentic Mexican flavors and high-quality ingredients.
- Novamex-Jarritos – Famous for their traditional Mexican soft drinks loved worldwide.
- Perla Negra Raisins – Suppliers of premium dried fruits, including world-class raisins.
- Mission Foods – A global leader in tortillas and flatbreads, bringing authentic Mexican staples to international markets.
- Sabormex—La Sierra – Specialists in ready-to-eat beans and traditional Mexican sauces.
- Fresh Court – Exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring maximum freshness for international consumers.
🌾 Agricultural Powerhouses
- AgroSilos – Experts in premium grain exports, focusing on consistency and sustainability.
- ProGranos – Leaders in exporting grains grown using sustainable farming practices.
- Terminel – Specialists in bulk grain exports, supplying high-quality crops worldwide.
Regional Excellence from Sinaloa
The Government of the State of Sinaloa played a central role in showcasing Mexico’s agricultural prowess. Known for producing chickpeas, corn, and beans of exceptional quality, Sinaloa’s favorable climate and sustainable farming practices were highlighted as key strengths behind Mexico’s growing influence in global food exports.
Strengthening Mexico’s Global Presence in the Gulf Region
Mexico’s participation in Gulfood 2025 demonstrated its strategic focus on expanding trade relationships within the Gulf region and beyond. Throughout the event, Mexican companies forged valuable partnerships, strengthened distribution networks, and explored new opportunities for collaboration with buyers from the UAE and across the MENA region.
Key outcomes included:
- 🤝 New partnerships with distributors, retailers, and hospitality groups in the Gulf region.
- 📈 Expanded market presence for Mexican food exports across the Middle East and North Africa.
- 🌿 Promotion of sustainable agricultural practices and high-quality, ethically sourced products.
- 🚀 Launch of innovative products that combine traditional Mexican flavors with modern global trends.
✨ Mexico’s Global Success Story at Gulfood 2025
As Gulfood 2025 concluded, Mexico’s participation solidified its position as a global leader in the food and beverage industry. The event highlighted the country’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and culinary excellence while expanding its influence in key markets across the UAE and the Gulf region.
With new partnerships formed and international interest at an all-time high, Mexico’s rich culinary heritage and premium products are set to reach even greater heights in global markets. 🌮🇲🇽🌍
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