Celebrating Italian heritage and innovation at IFE 2026
Italy’s food culture is built on regional identity, time-honoured craft and a deep respect for ingredients, and visitors to IFE 2026 will find that heritage strongly represented on the show floor. Taking place at Excel London from 30 March to 01 April, IFE once again welcomes a delegation of Italian producers supported by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), bringing together a range of brands that highlight the diversity of contemporary Made in Italy food and drink.
From artisanal pasta to regional preserves and cured meats, the Italian exhibitors reflect the country’s varied culinary landscape. Each brand brings a different regional story and product specialism, offering buyers an opportunity to explore the authenticity and quality that continue to make Italian food one of the most sought-after cuisines in global retail and foodservice.
Pasta remains one of Italy’s most internationally recognised exports, and several exhibitors at IFE 2026 are showcasing the depth of the country’s pasta-making tradition. Pastificio Fratelli De Luca Srl presents pasta rooted in traditional production techniques, emphasising carefully selected durum wheat and methods that prioritise flavour and texture. Similarly, Tomadini Luigi Srl – Pasta dal 1843 highlights a long-standing heritage in pasta making, drawing on generations of expertise to produce pasta that reflects the enduring appeal of Italian culinary craftsmanship.
Beyond pasta, the Italian pavilion also shines a light on producers working across other staple categories. Salumi Emmedue Srl brings a range of cured meats made according to Italian charcuterie traditions, while Fratelli D’Acunzi Srl showcases tomato products rooted in the Campania region’s long history of tomato cultivation and processing. These products reflect the ingredients that form the backbone of countless Italian dishes and continue to underpin the cuisine’s international reputation.
Regional specialities are another key theme among the exhibitors. Scyavuru Srl, a Sicilian producer, is known for a range of sweet and savoury spreads and condiments that capture the distinctive flavours of southern Italy, often drawing on ingredients such as pistachios, citrus fruits and Mediterranean herbs. Meanwhile, Fattoria Sila Srl highlights products inspired by the mountainous landscapes of Calabria, where altitude and climate influence both the character of ingredients and the traditions surrounding their preparation.
The range of exhibitors also reflects how Italian food companies continue to balance heritage with innovation. Allemandi Srl, for example, represents a modern approach to ingredient sourcing and food production while still drawing on Italy’s strong culinary traditions. Across the pavilion, this blend of authenticity and contemporary thinking is evident, with producers responding to international demand for quality, traceability and distinctive regional identity.
For buyers visiting IFE, the Italian presence offers more than just individual products. It provides insight into the broader strengths of the Italian food sector, where strong regional identities coexist with globally recognised quality standards. Whether it is pasta shaped by centuries-old techniques, tomatoes grown in volcanic soils or cured meats crafted using traditional methods, each product reflects a wider culture of food that values provenance and craftsmanship.
As international demand for authentic European products continues to grow, the Italian exhibitors at IFE 2026 demonstrate why Made in Italy remains such a powerful mark of quality. Their presence reinforces the role of IFE as a platform for discovering products that combine heritage, innovation and strong commercial potential across retail, wholesale and foodservice markets.
Pasta & grains
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Astorino Pasta
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LaBalocchina
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Pastaio Fiorentino
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Pastificio Fratelli De Luca SRL
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Tomadini Luigi SRL – Pasta dal 1843
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Molino Pagani
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Agromonte – RossoCiliegino
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Fratelli D’Acunzi SRL
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Scyavuru SRL
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Acetaia Castelli
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Giusti Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
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Cirulli Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Frantoio Paparella
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Primoljo
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Sapio – Compagnia Olearia Italiana
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Bell’Oliva
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Wadi El Nile Italia
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Penna Bakery
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Panificio e Biscottificio De Fenza
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Salumi Emmedue SRL
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Bejerky Snacks
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Conapi – Mielizia
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Sassone Tartufi
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LuxurEat – TrufflEat
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Calvisius Caviar
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Italian Food & Cheese
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Revolution Gluten Free
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Allemandi SRL
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Fattoria Sila SRL
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Azienda Agricola Di Niso
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Jomi Spa
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Solana Spa