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Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and France will cover 50% of the exhibition space
“This 'our' first edition of Tuttofood Milano will be a memorable crossroads of food & beverage cultures and markets for the professionals and companies that will experience it”. This was stated by Ric... more
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By train or plane, advantageous rates to reach the event (Rimini Expo Centre, 6-8 May 2025)
By plane or train: Macfrut 2025 is connected to the whole world. There are many solutions for arriving at the 42nd edition of the international fruit and vegetable supply chain fair that makes the Rimini... more
FairsTuttofood Milano 2025: New Immersive Trade Fair Model Presented in Dubai
The international tour of Fiere di Parma and Ice continues for the presentation of the Milanese event
“The 2025 edition of Tuttofood will be remembered as an international and record-breaking one. Less than 80 days before the start of the event, Fiere di Parma – which is organizing this event for the fir... more
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Fairs
FairsTuttofood /2. Parma Fairs: boom in requests for participation
Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and France will cover 50% of the exhibition space
“This 'our' first edition of Tuttofood Milano will be a memorable crossroads of food & beverage cultures and markets for the professionals and companies that will experience it”. This was stated by Ric... more
FairsTuttofood Milano 2025: New Immersive Trade Fair Model Presented in...
The international tour of Fiere di Parma and Ice continues for the presentation of the Milanese event
“The 2025 edition of Tuttofood will be remembered as an international and record-breaking one. Less than 80 days before the start of the event, Fiere di Parma – which is organizing this event for the fir... more
FairsMacfrut 2025: connections with the whole world
By train or plane, advantageous rates to reach the event (Rimini Expo Centre, 6-8 May 2025)
FairsGulfood 2025: Made in Italy continues to grow in the United Arab Em...
Among the sectors with the greatest growth, beverages, liqueurs and vinegars stand out (+32%)
