Gulfood is a huge food and beverage event in the Middle East that has finally returned to Dubai for its 2024 edition. Happening at the Dubai World Trade Centre, thousands of brands from over a hundred countries have gathered together to showcase their unique products. Happening till February 23, people can find countless Italian cheese options, Thai chilli oils, and more innovative items that will leave them spoilt for choice. However, there are some quirky products that are available as well. Take a look!
Gulfood 2024, A Hub Of Innovative Food Products
With the return of Gulfood to the emirate, several exciting food items by brands from around the world are available for people to check out at the ongoing event. In case you’re wondering, these include everything from Cactus Water to Instant Truffle Cups, which are as innovative as they get. Here’s a list of some quirky products that you will chance upon during your visit to the ongoing event, as revealed by The National News.
- Cactus Water
Produced by Pure Kaktai, a Spanish brand, this is a drink that’s made from the prickly pad. It’s worth mentioning that they are available in three flavours – pure cactus, jalapeño, and ginger lime. - Watermelon Crisps
Watermelon is a popular fruit of the summer season. However, can you imagine eating a dehydrated variety that’s fried and crispy? Well, this is a fruity snack by Chin Huay that you might want to try. - Instant Truffle Cup
Truffles are adored for their umami taste. And Jimmy Tartufi has brought along Instant Macaroni and Cheese cups that have black truffles added to them for flavour. - Spreadable Uni Butter
Uni is a gourmet ingredient that’s used in fine dining in East Asia. Made from sea urchins, the Japanese delicacy is available as butter by the Kita-Sanikura Factory in Japan.
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HH Sheikh Mohammed Visits The Event
It’s worth mentioning that the event is witnessing over 5,500 exhibitors that are representing 190 countries. As it happens, his highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai and the Vice President of the UAE also attended this event. He was accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai. Other notable personalities also accompanied them, as they took a stroll of the event area.
So, if you also wish to see all the quirky food items available at the event, don’t forget to drop by.
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