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The Hall Gastrocanarias 2026 turns the Heineken Stage into a Trends Hub to discuss the future of the hospitality industry, technology and local product
He XI Gastronomic Fair of the Canary Islands It is not just a showcase of flavors; This year, consolidates itself as the epicenter of strategic thinking for the sector. Under the name of Gastronomic Hub Trends Talks, the Heineken Stage will abandon the traditional format to transform, during the days 19, 20 y 21 of May, in a laboratory of ideas where more than just recipes will be cooked: The future of hospitality in the Islands will be designed.
The director of the contest, Cris Hdez, is clear: “Gastronomy is not sustained only by good dishes”. For this reason, This edition focuses on management, identity and technology. The program will start strongly on Tuesday 19 by the hand of Tourism of Tenerife, addressing from the resistance of family restaurants—with the example of 40 years of Mesón El Drago—to the impact of Artificial Intelligence and personal branding, with experts like Isabel Pérez (Otherwise sweet).
The debate will not avoid the hot topics. The power of the ember will be discussed as a claim to authenticity, but also of the Gastronomy as a health tool in hospitals and schools. Besides, female leadership will take charge at a table dedicated to the pastry revolution, closing the day with a scientific and sweet milestone: the presentation of the first chocolate Bean to Bar 100% canary.
on Wednesday 20, the protagonism will turn towards the Volcanic Xperience. Coordinated by Zebina Hernández, This block will explore wine-gastrotourism and the female generational change in the world of wine. National figures such as “Cocoa Chef”, Ricardo Velez, They will share the keys to create products premium, while Santa Cruz de Tenerife reinforces its commitment as a candidate for National Capital of Gastronomy.
Gastrocanarias 2026 It is thus emerging as an essential event not only for chefs., but for businessmen, communicators and producers who understand that success in the 21st century depends on the ability to question, learn and, above all, innovate.
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