ECA Knowledge & Culinary Platform within HACE 2026

ECA Food HUB

The Egyptian Chefs Association (ECA) is proud to present the ECA Food Hub during the 46th International Hotel Supplies Exhibition – HACE 2026, taking place from 19–21 October 2026.

Across three days, the Food Hub will bring together chefs, culinary professionals, industry experts, educators, and foodservice leaders for a dynamic program of educational workshops, discussion panels, and live culinary demonstrations.

The program will explore three key themes shaping the future of the culinary and hospitality industry:

  • Talent, Culture & People Development – focusing on developing culinary talent, strengthening professional culture, and empowering the people behind the industry.
  • Business Acumen & Operations – focusing on effective menu planning and supply chain management, highlighting the strategies essential for efficient and successful foodservice operations.
  • Egyptian Heritage – celebrating Egypt’s rich culinary identity, traditions, ingredients, and gastronomic heritage.

Each day will feature a carefully curated sequence of sessions, beginning with an Educational Workshop, followed by a Discussion Panel and two Live Cooking Demonstrations, offering visitors a full day of learning, professional exchange, and culinary inspiration.

With 12 sessions and demonstrations across three days, the ECA Food Hub will create a platform for knowledge sharing, meaningful discussion, practical learning, and the celebration of culinary excellence.

Join the Egyptian Chefs Association at HACE 2026, 19–21 October, and discover a program designed to learn, connect, inspire, and celebrate the future of Egypt’s culinary and hospitality industry.

Educational Workshops at ECA Food Hub | HACE 2026

Profit Under Pressure: <br>Advanced Cost Management Strategies

Monday, 19 October 2026
12 PM - 3 PM

Profit Under Pressure:
Advanced Cost Management Strategies
Master Menu Engineering: Turn Your Menu Into a Profit Machine

Tuesday, 20 October 2026
12 PM - 3 PM

Master Menu Engineering: Turn Your Menu Into a Profit Machine
Food Safety: The 10 Critical Minutes in the Kitchen

Wednesday, 21 October 2026
12 PM - 3 PM

Food Safety: The 10 Critical Minutes in the Kitchen

Discussion Panels

Monday, 19 October | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Women in Egyptian Kitchens:
Barriers, Breakthroughs, and the Path Forward
Moderator: Chef Zohaira Shawish
Speakers: Chef Yasmina Ahmed, Culinary Operations & Development – Cake Café Cairo
Chef Prihan Saleh, Founder & Owner – Gracias Restaurant
Ms. Mona El Nagdy, Founder & CEO – Chateau Career

Tuesday, 20 October | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Supplier Summit:
Bridging the Gap Between Operators and the Egyptian Supply Chain

Moderator: Mr. Ahmed Abdel Satar, Managing Director – Full Stock
Speakers: Mr. Bassam Nader, Cluster Senior Procurement Manager Egypt – Marriott International
Mr. Mohamed Fakhry, CEO – Mido
Mr. Hazem Sharaf, CEO – El Nour for Vegetables & Fruits Supplies

Wednesday, 21 October | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

From Heritage to Menu:
Egyptian Cuisine for Today’s Table

Moderator: Chef Sherif Afifi
Speakers: Chef Moustafa El Refeay, Co- Founder of Zooba Restaurants
Chef Wesam Masoud, Culinary Executive & Chief Innovation Officer
Dr. Marian Adel Attallah, Director of the Scientific Library at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization Authority and Founding Member of the Tabliyet Masr Initiative 🇪🇬

Live Cooking Demos

Masters of Taste: Speaking One Language We All Understand Chocolate Experience

Monday, 19 October
4 PM – 5 PM

Masters of Taste: Speaking One Language We All Understand Chocolate Experience

Chef Panagiotis Samaras - Chocolate Academy Center Dubai

Egyptian Heritage

Monday, 19 October
5 PM – 6 PM

Egyptian Heritage

Chef Mona El Sabbahy

Master of Sauces

Tuesday, 20 October
4 PM – 5 PM

Master of Sauces

Chef Mohamed Nosseir - Technical Chef, Heinz

Chocolate Making Introduction

Tuesday, 20 October
5 PM – 6 PM

Chocolate Making Introduction

Chef Wissam Siala - Puratos Technical Advisor Middle East & Africa

Artisan Gelato Milk Base

Wednesday, 21 October
4 PM – 5 PM

Artisan Gelato Milk Base

Chef Said Ben Amor - Master Pastry Chef MEC3

Spice, Technique & Fire

Wednesday, 21 October
5 PM – 6 PM

Spice, Technique & Fire

Chef Sherif Afifi

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