Capital Governor Inaugurates 5th Edition of Coffee and Chocolate Expo 2026

The much-awaited 5 th edition of Coffee and Chocolate Expo 2026 was launched officially by the Capital Governor, Shaikh Khalid bin Hamoud Al Khalifa, in the picturesque Water Garden City in Manama. It is organized by Bedayat Company and is a major event in the calendar of Bahrain which attracts both local and international interests in the rapidly growing hospitality industry. The Governor emphasized that the expo contributes to the advancement of the tourism sector and development of small businesses, and this type of events is crucial to building relationships and demonstrating that the Kingdom possesses the best infrastructure to host any commercial event worldwide.

Specialty Coffee Trends on Display

This year’s expo places a strong emphasis on the specialty coffee sector, which has seen explosive growth across the region. The event will also include live brewing, barista, and workshops aimed at informing the participants about the origins of the beans and how to roast them. The expo is an important venue to share knowledge and enhance the principles of the local coffee culture to international standards by attracting international professionals and becoming a key venue where the local and the global can discuss the future of the industry.

Strengthening the Confectionery Industry

Beyond caffeine, the event is a major hub for the confectionery industry. There are exhibitors representing more than five countries such as Saudi Arabia and Egypt who are demonstrating new chocolate products and desserts. The local artisans and manufacturers will be empowered in this division of the expo and have an opportunity to meet the suppliers and investors directly. The focus remains on driving economic growth by diversifying income sources and expanding investment opportunities within the food and beverage market.

Official Social Media Link

Source: Official Event Account (Instagram)
Link: https://www.instagram.com/chocoandcoffeeexpo/