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GASTROMASA İSTANBUL INTERNATIONAL GASTRONOMY CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION
As the world’s second largest gastronomy conference, Gastromasa Istanbul International Gastronomy Conference & Exhibition continues to serve as a significant bridge between Turkish and global gastronomy. The 10th edition of Gastromasa will take place on November 5-6, 2025, at the Haliç Congress Center in Istanbul, under the theme “Stories of 10 Years.” Growing each year with new innovations, discoveries, and inspiration, Gastromasa will continue to offer unforgettable experiences to its participants with talks, interviews, panels, and workshops that shape the future of gastronomy.
This year’s event will serve as a platform for taking steps toward the future, where new roadmaps for the industry will be drawn. The event will bring together over 70 world renowned chefs and pastry chefs; over 30 baristas, sommeliers, and mixologists; more than 350 Turkish professionals from the tourism and hospitality sector, prominent investors, famous chefs, gastronomy professionals, general managers, F&B managers, purchasing managers, and many others at the Gastromasa Istanbul Conference.
6Within the scope of the 10th Anniversary of Gastromasa Istanbul International Gastronomy Conference, we are bringing together world renowned gastronomy professionals under one roof with Gastromasa Hospitality, Gastromasa Coffee, Gastromasa Bar, and Gastromasa Pastry concepts. During Gastromasa Conference & Exhibition, our guests will have the opportunity to meet participating companies, get to know their novelties, and experience their new products. With striking topics that will cover the latest trends in the industry, interesting workshops, and new concepts, be ready to experience this unique opportunity at the 10th edition of Gastromasa Conference!
To promote the country’s natural beauties, historical places, regional and local gastronomic values to focus on gastronomy tourism and to contribute to the development of our country in world gastronomy.
In order to continue building bridges with world gastronomy; To contribute to the development of world gastronomy by bringing together the world’s most renowed chefs, industry leaders, hotel and restaurant professionals, investors, local and international chefs, and to be a gastronomy ambassador in introducing our country’s gastronomic culture to the world.
In its 10th year, the Gastromasa Istanbul Conference will inspire participants by featuring renowned chefs who will share their unique culinary philosophies, creative processes, stories, and passions for gastronomy under the theme “Stories of 10 Years”. Panels will address the most important transformations of the last decade, the changing dynamics of the gastronomy world, and innovations shaping the industry. Additionally, celebrity chefs will share their knowledge about future trends in gastronomy through cooking demos, innovative techniques, and methods.
20.000
Visitors
400+
Speakers
4
Auditoriums
150+
Exhibitors
Gastromasa, beyond being the heart of the gastronomic world, is a unique meeting point that brings together the tourism, gastronomy, and hospitality sectors. For the 10th year, Gastromasa Hospitality will gather key local and international figures under the theme “Stories of 10 Years” drawing inspiration from the power of unity to share collaboration stories, success tales, and their visions for the future.
20.000
Visitors
400+
Speakers
4
Auditoriums
150+
Exhibitors
The Gastromasa Coffee concept is specially designed for participants who want to explore everything about coffee at our conference. In our region, coffee is not just a drink, but a lifestyle that connects cultures and brings people together. The Gastromasa Coffee concept offers a unique platform for coffee professionals and enthusiasts to discover the latest trends, innovations, and evolving techniques in the coffee world. In the Gastromasa Coffee section, demonstrations, talks, and discussions on how coffee machines can be more efficient, environmentally friendly, and creative will take place, along with innovations and technological developments in the coffee industry.
20.000
Visitors
400+
Speakers
4
Auditoriums
150+
Exhibitors
Gastromasa Bar will host famous names from around the world, including sommeliers, mixologists, bartenders, and beverage companies. Under the theme “Stories of 10 Years” talks will be held about unforgettable moments, success stories, and important milestones in the industry. The most talented professionals in the field will share their passion for beverages, experiences, and visions for the future. Gastromasa Bar is not only a platform for serving drinks but also an experiential space where unique tastes and inspiring stories come together. Tastings, cocktail shows, and special beverage presentations will ensure that every drink tells a story. Under the theme “Stories of 10 Years” the development of beverage culture and the personal stories behind this journey will be highlighted. Participants will be inspired by unique anecdotes shared by top industry names based on their 10 years of experience.
20.000
Visitors
400+
Speakers
4
Auditoriums
150+
Exhibitors
The Gastromasa Pastry concept offers a special platform where unique talents in the world of desserts will be showcased, new trends will be discussed, and the most creative creations in the industry will be presented. World renowned pastry chefs, combining the art and science of pastry, will come together to provide participants with inspiring experiences. Throughout the conference, the latest developments in the industry, the secrets of the creative process, and the future of the pastry world will be explored.
20.000
Visitors
400+
Speakers
4
Auditoriums
150+
Exhibitors
SPEAKERS
Quique Dacosta Restaurante
Dénia, Spain
Lasarte
Barcelona, Spain
Zilte
Antwerp, Belgium
Pujol
Mexico City, Mexico
Andrea Aprea
Milan, Italy
A Casa do Porco
São Paulo, Brazil
Atomix
New York, USA
Kitchen Table
London, United Kingdom
Maido
Lima, Peru
MAZ
Tokyo, Japan
KOL Restaurant
London, United Kingdom
Patrick Roger Boutiques
Paris, France
Arrels Restaurant
Sagunto, Spain
Restaurante Solla
Poio, Pontevedra, Spain
VISTA Restaurante
Portimão, Portugal
The Connaught Patisserie by Nicolas Rouzaud
London, United Kingdom
VENISSA
Venice, Italy
Boragó
Santiago, Chile
Sabor
London, United Kingdom
Le Calandre
Rubano, Italy
Memories
Bad Ragaz, Switzerland
Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse
Monte-Carlo, Monaco
BACHOUR
Miami, USA
Restaurant AOC
Copenhagen, Denmark
Paco Roncero Restaurante
Madrid, Spain
Gaggan
Bangkok, Thailand
KJOLLE
Lima, Peru
Elkano
Getaria, Spain
2am : dessertbar by Janice Wong
Singapore
Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura
Florence, Italy
La Salita
Valencia, Spain
Ossiano
Dubai, UAE
Art di Daniele Sperindio
Singapore
Kadeau
Copenhagen, Denmark
Claridge’s
London, United Kingdom
VENISSA
Venice, Italy
Consultant Chef
Düsseldorf, Germany
Noma Partner & Creative Director
Copenhagen, Denmark
Azurmendi
Larrabetzu, Spain
Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester
London, United Kingdom
Leo
Bogotá, Colombia
Cracco
Milan, Italy
Restaurant le Meurice Alain Ducasse
Paris, France
L’air du Temps
Liernu, Belgium
Ocean
Algarve, Portugal
Pepe in Grani
Caiazzo, Italy
MAYTA
Lima, Peru
Dos Palillos
Barcelona, Spain
Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura
Florence, Italy
Le Du
Bangkok, Thailand
BERNACHON Chocolats
Lyon, France
Ekstedt
Stockholm, Sweden
FUSTO Milano
Milano, Italy
Sorn
Bangkok, Thailand
CODA Dessert Dining
Berlin, Germany
Basque Culinary
San Sebastián, Spain
Testimonials by the World Renowed Chefs About International Gastromasa Gastronomy Conference
NEWS
CONTACT
The 10th Gastromasa İstanbul International Gastronomy Conference will take place at the Haliç Congress Center in Istanbul.
Join us to celebrate Gastromasa’s 10th Anniversary, immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere, and meet the stars of World Gastronomy.
VENUE
Haliç Congress Center, where the Gastromasa Conference will take place, is one of the largest auditorium halls in Europe and Türkiye, designed with the latest technology, with its auditorium with a seating capacity of 3.004 people, a foyer area opening to the beach of 2,830 sqm, a stage of 477 sqm and 12 speaker rooms.
Address
Sütlüce Mah. Eski Karaağac Cad. Beyoğlu
İstanbul, Türkiye 34445
Opening Hours
November 5-6, 2025
09:30 – 19:00
By Taxi
From İstanbul Airport (European Side) to Haliç Congress Center; 45-60 minutes
From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (Anatolian Side) to Haliç Congress Center; 60 minutes
By Subway:
Metro lines: M1A, M1B
By IBB Sea Taxi:
By using the IBB Deniz Taksi Application, you can get to Haliç Congress Center pier from any point where the taxi line is working.
https://apps.apple.com/lv/app/i-bb-deniz-taksi/id1591645335
By Ferry:
By taking the Haliç Line Ferry, you can get to Haliç Pier from Üsküdar and Karaköy piers.
By Bus:
There are direct transportation options to Haliç Congress Center İstanbul from various central districts including Taksim, Eminönü and Mecidiyeköy.
Parking
There are parking spaces available around the center.