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Guangzhou International Hotel and Catering Industry Exhibition – China Food Expo
CRE
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- Highlights
- One of the largest most influential and highest-quality hotel and catering exhibitions in China.
Guangzhou International Hotel and Catering Industry Exhibition – China Food Expo Same Period Exhibition
Exhibition Data
- 1/1
- Edition
- 60000㎡
- Exhibition area
- 1500
- Exhibitors
- 80000
- Visitors
Guangzhou Catering Expo Details
- Industry:
- Catering fairGuangzhouCatering Expo
- Organizer:
- Guangdong Catering Service Industry Association, Guangdong Group Meal Delivery Industry Association
- Venue:
- Guangzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center
- Address:
- No. 380, Yuejiang Middle Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou
Profile
The Guangzhou International Hotel & Catering Industry Exhibition (CRE, short for China Restaurant Expo) is one of the largest, most influential, and highest‑quality hotel and catering exhibitions in China.Since its inception in 2011,it has served as a premier industry event, connecting upstream and downstream segments of the hotel and catering value chain, responding to the rapid growth of China’s hospitality sector, and addressing the diverse business needs across various market segments.
China Restaurant Expo (CRE)focuses on inviting over ten thousand attendees, including presidents and secretaries‑general of catering associations from provinces, municipalities, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan; chairpersons, general managers, executive chefs, and procurement directors of China’s top 100 catering enterprises, nationally recognized “Diamond” restaurants, and leading brands in Chinese, Western, fast‑food, group‑catering, and hotel sectors, as well as agents and distributors. This platform helps exhibiting brands cultivate high‑end industry networks, enhance business development efficiency, and reduce collaboration and transaction costs. (All content herein is copyrighted by Juzhan; unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.)
China Restaurant Expo (CRE)also hosts three chef competitions and six industry conferences and forums, fostering information exchange and cultural dialogue within the catering sector while sharing emerging trends in industry development.As a key indicator of industry direction, CRE propels China’s hotel and catering sector to new frontiers, vigorously expanding in Guangzhou—the international capital of gastronomy—and assisting catering suppliers and service providers nationwide in introducing a wide array of products and services.
Guangzhou International Hotel and Catering Industry Exhibition – China Food Expo tickets are e-tickets. Mainland China visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name ID verification; overseas visitors must use passport verification; Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan visitors must use their travel permit. On site, verify entry with your ID card or by scanning the e-ticket QR code.
Partial exhibitor directory and exhibitor list for Guangzhou International Hotel and Catering Industry Exhibition – China Food Expo: 广州申泽智能科技有限公司, 东莞市永益食品有限公司, 金葵食品科技（大连)股份有限公司, 东莞市斯博锐高分子建筑材料科技有限公司, 沈阳鑫滋润食品有限公司, 唐山正兴电子衡器有限公司, and others. The 2027 edition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.
The Exhibition Value of the Guangzhou International Hotel & Catering Industry Expo—China Restaurant Expo (CRE)
- The largest and most influential annual flagship event in South China’s catering industry. Co-hosted by the Guangdong Catering Service Industry Association and the Guangdong Group Meal Distribution Industry Association, the Guangzhou Hotel & Catering Industry Expo and the Guangzhou International Food & Beverage Ingredients Expo (CRE China Restaurant Expo) has been successfully held for sixteen editions since its inception in 2011. It is widely recognized within the industry as a “barometer” and “trendsetter” for South China’s catering sector. Leveraging Guangzhou’s status as a culinary capital and the agglomeration advantages of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, the expo adopts an integrated “exhibition–conference–competition–sales” model, spanning the entire value chain from ingredient supply to end‑consumer demand. It serves as a core strategic platform for catering enterprises to identify market trends, connect with key resources, and achieve brand upgrades.
- A one-stop procurement platform covering the entire industry chain. The expo features nine thematic exhibition zones, creating a comprehensive ecosystem that encompasses meat and frozen products, prepared dishes, seafood, hot pot ingredients, compound seasonings, grains, oils, noodles, high‑end health supplements, smart equipment, and takeout packaging. At its 17th edition in 2026, the event will bring together over 2,000 exhibiting brands, showcasing more than 100,000 new and best‑selling products. From cost‑effective sourcing during periods of price volatility to digital and intelligent solutions that enhance efficiency, it offers catering businesses a holistic, actionable, and fully integrated solution.
- Precise matchmaking with core buyers and industrial chain resources across South China and globally. Drawing on a database of over one million established professional buyers, the expo has firmly established itself as a central one-stop platform for business matchmaking in South China’s catering sector. The 16th edition attracted more than 160,000 professional visitors, with on‑site contract commitments exceeding RMB 2 billion and online exposure surpassing 120 million impressions. International participation continues to grow year after year, with overseas buyers from Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, and other regions actively engaging, thus forming a two‑way resource loop of “domestic trade plus global expansion.”
- Unique value for Chinese enterprises—serving as a strategic engine for both domestic deepening and global outreach. With South China’s catering industry leading the nation in terms of scale and maturity, the CRE Restaurant Expo has become a cutting‑edge testing ground for companies to validate products and refine business models. Moreover, through its international buyer base, it acts as the “first stepping stone” for Chinese cuisine to go global and for supply chains to expand worldwide. The 16th edition saw a significant increase in the proportion of international exhibitors, attracting active participation from regional enterprises in Southeast Asia, Japan, and South Korea. Concurrently held events—including the Guangdong Top 100 Catering Enterprises announcement, the Prepared Meals Industry Conference, and the Noodle & Fast Food Industry Conference—alongside over 30 high‑profile forums and competitions, provided enterprises with a premier industry stage to gain insights into policy directions, capture emerging consumer trends, and boost brand visibility.
- Guangzhou’s Geographical Location and Industrial AdvantagesThe exhibition is held in Area B of the Guangzhou Canton Fair Complex, strategically located at the heart of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area. As an international trade hub and a city renowned for its culinary delights, Guangzhou boasts well-established industrial support systems and a vast consumer market, providing CRE Food Expo with unparalleled geographical and commercial advantages.
Range
- Seasonings and Compound Seasonings:Haitian Flavoring, Angel Yeast, Kikkoman, Ruifu Oils, Zhujiangqiao Biotechnology, Yongyi Foods, Baiweijia Flavoring, Tianhe Foods, Zhirun Oils, Qingdao Huadi, Jamiwei Foods, Xinnuo Foods, Longpai Foods
- Prepared Meals and Food Ingredients for the Hospitality Industry:Shuanghui, Ancai, Shengyang, Zhenghuizhu, Sheng’en, Hongjin, Suiyang, Yuexiang Foods, Minshanfang, He’s Aquatic Products, Yongji, Xinyaxuan, Juhui, Taixian, Aochen, Baozhiyuan, Baiste, Xu Master, Baixiangshun, Zuoweijia, Chunzhiyuan, Huiweixian, Honggui, Aoshi, Ziwèi Ku, Yitai, Leyaoju, Yida Foods, Tianhe Foods
- Rice, Flour, Edible Oils, and Local Specialties:Jianghan Rice, Guangxi Jiuzhou Luchuan Pork, Hulunbuir Agricultural Reclamation Group, Hunan Wangxie Foods, Shengmai Industrial
- Smart Appliances and Kitchenware:Zhuhai Youte Smart Kitchen, Chujiji, Saizhuo, Washup Brother, Hai Na Bian, Showa, Dongguan Deying Food Machinery
- Beverages and Alcoholic Drinks:Guotai, Yundin Ganpu
- Supply Chain and Logistics:Judingle Supply Chain, SF Express
- Other Well-Known Brands:Yihai Jiali, Xintianli, Saizhuo, Mai Design, Gengu Planning
Review
The 16th CRE Guangzhou Food Expo 2025 was successfully held from May 15 to 17 at Area B of the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou. Co-hosted by the Guangdong Catering Service Industry Association and the Guangdong Group Meal Delivery Industry Association, this edition brought together over 2,000 brand-name enterprises from more than 100 countries and regions across an exhibition space of 80,000 square meters. The show featured nine major thematic zones, covering segments such as pre-prepared dishes, frozen meat products, seafood, hot pot ingredients, compound seasonings, premium foodstuffs, health supplements, smart equipment, and central kitchens.
Exhibitor and Visitor Numbers Reach All-Time Highs. This year’s event attracted more than 160,000 professional buyers and visitors, including government agencies such as the Chenzhou Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Conghua Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, which for the first time established dedicated pavilions showcasing geographical indication products. Dozens of companies—including Jianghan Rice, Guangxi Jiuzhou Luchuan Pork, YueXiang Foods, Minshanfang, Hongjin, and Suiyang—signed on-site letters of intent totaling over RMB 2 billion, while online exposure exceeded 120 million impressions, setting a new record for the expo.
Industry Direction Set by the “Industry Think Tank” Concept During the Exhibition Period. Concurrent with the expo, more than 30 specialized forums and events were held, including the 2025 Guangdong Catering Industry Development Conference, the Pre-Prepared Dishes Industry Conference, the Noodle and Fast-Food Industry Conference, the Central Kitchen Innovation and Development Conference, and the Catering Supply Chain Conference. At these events, authoritative industry data were unveiled, such as the “2024 Top 100 Guangdong Catering Enterprises List” and the “2025 Greater Bay Area Catering Enterprises Report,” revealing that the combined revenue of Guangdong’s top 100 catering firms reached RMB 89.1 billion. Digitalization and “new-quality value” emerged as core themes of this edition, with experts urging the industry to steer clear of price wars and instead rebuild competitiveness through quality and efficiency.
Internationalization Strategy Yields Significant Results.At this edition of the exhibition, the proportion of international exhibitors has increased significantly compared with the previous event, attracting active participation from overseas buyers in Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, and other regions. The show pioneered a dual-track model combining an official livestreaming room with on-site exhibition experiences; more than 50 exhibitors engaged in real-time interactions with global buyers via livestream, thereby achieving a two-way synergy between the exhibition’s digital transformation and global procurement.
CRE Exhibitior List
Guangzhou International Hotel and Catering Industry Exhibition – China Food Expo Range
- Frozen/chilled meat ,
- Beef and beef products ,
- Canned/processed meats ,
- Lamb and lamb products ,
- Pork and pork products ,
- Ready-to-eat and convenience foods
- Fresh seafood ,
- Frozen seafood ,
- Dried seafood ,
- Marinated seafood ,
- Snack-type seafood products ,
- Seaweed products ,
- Seafood health supplements ,
- Seafood seasonings ,
- Processed seafood and value-added products
- Frozen poultry ,
- Poultry cuts ,
- Egg products
- Instant rice ,
- Instant soups ,
- Instant meals ,
- Convenience porridges ,
- Meal kits ,
- Western-style dishes ,
- Tangyuan (sweet rice balls) ,
- Dumplings ,
- Spring rolls ,
- Maoqiu (sesame balls) ,
- Baked goods ,
- Pastries
- Soup bases ,
- Hot pot broths ,
- Seasonings ,
- Dipping sauces ,
- Hot pot preparations and fish paste products ,
- Frozen rice and noodle products ,
- Coated noodle products ,
- Prepared dish products ,
- Fruit and vegetable products ,
- Barbecue products
- Fresh and frozen vegetables ,
- Pre-packaged vegetables ,
- Prepared vegetables ,
- Pickled vegetables ,
- Kimchi ,
- Vegetable products ,
- Edible mushrooms
- Monosodium glutamate (MSG) ,
- Chicken bouillon ,
- Soy sauce ,
- Oyster sauce ,
- Fish sauce ,
- Fermented black beans ,
- Table salt ,
- Sugar ,
- Seasoning wine ,
- Vinegar ,
- Starch ,
- Seasoning sauces ,
- Compound sauces ,
- Spices ,
- Western-style seasonings
- Blended oils ,
- Camellia oil ,
- Peanut oil ,
- Sesame oil ,
- Sunflower oil ,
- Corn oil ,
- Olive oil ,
- Soybean oil ,
- Rapeseed oil ,
- Palm oil
- Rice ,
- Flour ,
- Noodles ,
- Rice noodles ,
- Soy products ,
- Noodle products ,
- Whole-grain products ,
- Mountain delicacies and wild game ,
- Healthy organic ingredients
- Food production and processing equipment ,
- Sterilization equipment ,
- Freezing equipment ,
- Packaging equipment ,
- Refrigeration and cold storage cabinets ,
- Low-temperature cold storage facilities
- Catering software ,
- Cookware ,
- Tableware ,
- Disposable packaging products ,
- Uniforms ,
- Indoor electronic devices ,
- Property management systems ,
- Security and safety systems ,
- Websites and mobile applications
- Hotel catering furniture and décor ,
- Audiovisual and lighting equipment
- Fruit juices ,
- Carbonated beverages ,
- Tea drinks ,
- Mineral water ,
- Herbal teas ,
- Functional beverages ,
- Natural drinking water ,
- Coffee ,
- Coffee machines ,
- Dairy products ,
- Dairy items
- Chinese formal dining/Chinese fast food ,
- Western formal dining/Western fast food ,
- Hot pot dining ,
- Coffee shops/snacks/beverages
Booth Sales
Manager ChenGold-Medal PM
3 Years Booth Sales
2027 Guangzhou Catering Ticket Sales
Mr. HanGold-Medal PM
3 Years Booth Sales
Guangzhou Catering Venue
Venue transport
- Metro / rail
Take Metro Line 8 to either Pazhou Station or Xingangdong Station. Exit via Exit A at Xingangdong Station or Exits A/B at Pazhou Station, and you will have direct access to the various exhibition zones of the Canton Fair Complex.
- Air
From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport: Take Metro Line 3 (Northern Extension) to “Tiyu Xilu Station,” transfer to Metro Line 3 (toward Fanyu Square) to “Kecun Station,” then switch to Metro Line 8 (toward Wanshengwei) to either “Xingangdong Station” or “Pazhou Station.”
- Train
From Guangzhou South Railway Station: Take Metro Line 2 to Changgang Station, then transfer to Metro Line 8 (toward WanShengWei) for a direct ride to Xingangdong Station or Pazhou Station.
From Guangzhou Railway Station: Take Metro Line 2 to Changgang Station, then transfer to Metro Line 8.
From Guangzhou East Railway Station: Take the northern extension of Metro Line 3 or Line 1 to Tiyu Xilu Station, transfer to Line 3 to Kecun Station, and then transfer to Line 8.
- Drive
By car, you can navigate to “Canton Fair Complex (Pazhou).” The venue is located adjacent to the South China Expressway, Xin’gang East Road, and Yuejiang Road.
Guangzhou Catering Booth Price
Process
- 1.Submit the business license of the company
- 2.Submit product picture and name
- 3.Receive exhibition presentation documents and booth drawings
- 4.Submit booth application form/Sign booth contract
- 5.Pay the contract booth deposit
- 6.Prepare for exhibition