TRADE FAIR PROFILE
London, United Kingdom
IFE London – Food & Drink Sourcing for Trade Buyers
IFE, International Food & Drink Event
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THE FAIR
A closer look.
IFE, International Food & Drink Event, brings food and beverage suppliers together with trade buyers at Excel London. Retailers, wholesalers, importers, distributors and hospitality purchasers can explore a category-led exhibition rather than a consumer marketplace. For drinks buyers, it provides a practical setting to discover new ranges and assess supplier suitability across different routes to market.
Drinks @ HRC & IFE includes drinks spanning spirits and low- or no-alcohol options.Eight sections also cover grocery, international pavilions and health-oriented foods.Trade buyers represent retail, wholesale, distribution and hospitality channels.Meet the Buyer sessions are intended for eligible exhibitors.IFE is part of the wider Food, Drink & Hospitality Week.
DATES & LOCATIONS
Published editions
IFE – International Food & Drink Event 2026
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Dates shown in Europe/London
Excel London, London, United Kingdom
Edition sources1
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IFE 2026 held 30 March–1 April, daily hours 10:00–17:00, 10:00–17:00, 10:00–16:00.
IFE – International Food & Drink Event 2027
Dates have not been announced.
Excel London, London, United Kingdom
WHO & WHAT TO EXPECT
Sectors & audiences
Exhibition sectors
- Bakery, Snacks & Confectionery
- Free From Pavilion
- Fresh Produce
- Grocery & Wholesale
- Chilled & Frozen Food
- International Pavilions
- Drinks @ HRC & IFE
- Health, Organic & Natural
Exhibitor profiles
- Food and beverage brands
- Specialty drinks producers
- International food and drink suppliers
- Emerging product innovators
- Health, organic and natural product brands
Visitor profiles
- Retail and category buyers
- Wholesalers and distributors
- Importers and exporters
- Foodservice buyers
- Hospitality purchasing teams
- Product development and innovation teams
USEFUL TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Where can buyers look for beverage suppliers at IFE?
Start with Drinks @ HRC & IFE, then review International Pavilions and Grocery & Wholesale for relevant suppliers. Product availability varies by exhibitor and edition.
Can anyone register to visit IFE?
No. IFE is a trade event for relevant food, drink and hospitality professionals. The organiser checks business credentials and has a no-student policy. Confirm current registration conditions before travel.
Are the IFE 2027 opening and closing times fully verified?
The organiser confirms 5–7 April 2027, but its visitor-hours page labels the final Wednesday as 7 April 2026. Check for a corrected official timetable before relying on the final-day hours.
CHECK THE DETAILS
Official sources
Read what each source supports and when it was checked. For the latest information, consult the organiser.
View profile sources10
- ife.co.ukChecked
IFE identity, 2027 dates, trade sourcing focus and Food, Drink & Hospitality Week relation.
- montgomerygroup.comChecked
Organiser affiliation, show identity and listing for 5 April 2027.
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Eight named food and drink sections including Drinks @ HRC & IFE.
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Buyer categories, roles and historical audience mix.
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2027 exhibition context, relevant buyer channels, food and drink supply focus.
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Dedicated exhibitor enquiry route and commercial team contact.
- ife.co.ukChecked
Buyer meeting programme for participating exhibitors.
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Industry-only admission, trade verification, visitor badge guidance and co-located events.
- ife.co.ukChecked
Product discovery, innovation features and past programme highlights.
- excel.londonChecked
Custom House and Prince Regent public-transport access to venue entrances.