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The Bistro

Transform Passenger Dining

Step into the Bistro and discover how vendor ingredients and products can elevate your guests' dining experience. Set at the heart of the action, this culinary theater features over 80 exhibitor products across food and beverage. Here, expert catering partners transform vendor offerings into cruise-ready masterpieces, showcased through several curated meals each day.

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Enjoy exclusive events designed to enhance your experience—plan your day and be sure to visit!
15 April | Welcome Toast with Garcia Carrion - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Join Garcia Carrion for a welcome toast to open F&B@Sea 2026! Hear the story behind one of Spain’s most renowned winemakers and their commitment to sustainability and sharing Spanish wine culture with the world.

15 April | Global Taste at Sea Lunch - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

A dynamic, regionally inspired lunch experience showcasing exhibitor ingredients through globally themed dishes. Designed to reflect the diverse culinary influences found across cruise itineraries, this buffet-style lunch highlights flavors from popular regions such as the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Latin America, and Asia.

Each dish is crafted using products supplied by participating exhibitors, giving cruise line buyers and culinary teams the chance to taste how these items translate into real onboard menus.

16 April | Brunch with the Brands - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

A creative and elevated brunch buffet featuring products provided by F&B@Sea exhibitors. The catering team reimagines these ingredients into innovative brunch dishes, giving attendees the opportunity to experience the versatility and quality of each brand’s offerings.

This relaxed, high-traffic event invites cruise line decision-makers to sample new products, discover emerging trends, and engage with exhibitors whose ingredients brought the menu to life.

16 April | Chefs Table Tasting Hour - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

An elevated tasting experience where curated food and beverage pairings are presented tapas-style using exhibitor products. Cruise line executives enjoy a progressive selection of small plates, matched thoughtfully with alcoholic and zero-proof pairing options to reflect modern beverage trends.

This boutique-style tasting highlights premium ingredients, innovative applications, and menu concepts suited for upscale dining environments onboard.

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Pricing
Access to The Bistro
Cruise Line Executives

Contact [email protected] for your code.

Free with code.
Yes
Expo Plus Pass

Experience all that this event has to offer, including the daily catered events! 

$279
Yes
Press Pass

The Press Pass is strictly for working journalists/influencers approved by the Seatrade Cruise PR team.

Frre upon approval
Yes
Expo Pass

Focus on meeting new people, discovering fresh information, and connecting with top-notch suppliers. 

$179
No
Pricing
Cruise Line Executives

Contact [email protected] for your code.

Free with code.
Expo Plus Pass

Experience all that this event has to offer, including the daily catered events! 

$279
Press Pass

The Press Pass is strictly for working journalists/influencers approved by the Seatrade Cruise PR team.

Frre upon approval
Expo Pass

Focus on meeting new people, discovering fresh information, and connecting with top-notch suppliers. 

$179
Access to The Bistro
Cruise Line Executives

Contact [email protected] for your code.

Yes
Expo Plus Pass

Experience all that this event has to offer, including the daily catered events! 

Yes
Press Pass

The Press Pass is strictly for working journalists/influencers approved by the Seatrade Cruise PR team.

Yes
Expo Pass

Focus on meeting new people, discovering fresh information, and connecting with top-notch suppliers. 

No
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