Food and Beverage Tourism Professionals to convene in Cambrils, Costa Daurada, Spain on 10–11 November 2026 to chart the future of food tourism and destination branding.
The International Food Tourism Conference (IFOODTC) has officially published the conference agenda for its upcoming 2026 edition, set to take place on 10–11 November 2026 at the Sol Port Cambrils, Costa Daurada.
The newly released program features an international lineup of keynote speakers, industry analysts, and gastronomy leaders addressing critical trends shaping the culinary travel ecosystem—from sustainable gastronomy and artificial intelligence to destination branding and local producer integration.
Key Highlights of IFOODTC 2026
The two-day conference blends keynotes, strategic case studies, and hands-on networking with immersive local culinary experiences:
- Strategic Destination Development: Octavi Bono examines gastronomy as a core tool for regional differentiation and economic resilience, alongside Vadim Koryagin (Patronat de Turisme de Cambrils), who showcases how Cambrils integrates maritime heritage and local produce into year-round tourism identity.
- Market Trends & Future Outlook: Renowned travel industry expert Peter Syme delivers a keynote on shifting consumer demands, emerging tech trends, and new revenue models in global food tourism.
- Sustainable Branding: Elia Carceller Sauras explores sustainable cooking seals, zero-waste practices, and organic sourcing as essential assets for modern hotel and destination branding.
- Immersive Gastronomic Experiences: Beyond traditional conference sessions, delegates will participate in curated experiences highlighting the region’s rich culinary culture, including the Mediterranean Vermouth Experience, local extra virgin olive oil tastings, and networking lunches showcasing Costa Daurada gastronomy.
“Food tourism has evolved far beyond dining—it is now a primary economic driver and identity anchor for destinations worldwide,” said Anthony Swift, Director of IFOODTC. “Our 2026 program brings together actionable strategy, real-world case studies, and immersive local experiences to equip delegates with tools they can immediately implement in their businesses and regions.”
B2B Workshop & Networking Opportunities
Alongside the conference sessions, IFOODTC 2026 will host dedicated B2B workshop sessions, connecting specialized international tour operators with local and international culinary experience providers, tourism boards, and hospitality brands.
Registration & Full Agenda
The full schedule of talks, speakers, and experiential sessions is now available online. Registration is open for delegates, exhibitors, and agents.
- Full Agenda: ifoodtc.com/cambrils2026/conference-agenda
- Event Dates: 10–11 November 2026
- Location: Sol Port Cambrils, Cambrils, Costa Daurada, Spain
About IFOODTC
The International Food Tourism Conference (IFOODTC) is a premier global event dedicated to bringing together travel professionals, destination management organizations, tour operators, food producers, and hospitality leaders to foster business growth, share best practices, and advance sustainable culinary tourism globally.