F&B@Sea, Seatrade Global’s focus on cruise food and beverage, has unveiled details of its 2024 conference program. F&B@Sea will take place at the Mana Wynwood Convention Center in Miami, FL from April 10-11, 2024 to explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of cruise F&B.
The conference sessions will examine evolving consumer trends, the burgeoning demand for local sourcing, and the impact on F&B preferences aboard cruise ships, all while addressing the growing necessity for sustainable practices within the industry.
Kicking off with the State of the Industry Keynote: Navigating the Cruise F&B Supply Chain, on April 10 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, the conference will look at the intricate dynamics of cruise F&B supply chains. The keynote will spotlight discussions on sustainable sourcing, F&B supply/demand dynamics, and the evolving landscape of local procurement in global destinations.
Other sessions include Local Flavours, Global Appeal and The Evolution of Specialty Restaurants on Board. These sessions will explore authentic cultural food experiences, immersive dining concepts, and the rise of local culinary options—three of the top trends forecasted to dominate the period of 2024/25, as outlined in the latest Cruise F&B Trends Report.
A highlight of the program includes a groundbreaking cruise Supplier Work-shop: Conscious Trends Shaping Cruise F&B Supply & Demand, curated in partnership with the Plant Based Food Association. Scheduled for April 11 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, this workshop is designed to educate current suppliers and new entrants to the cruise sector in meeting the escalating demand for sustainable practices, products, and supply within cruise F&B operations.
“We are thrilled to unveil our 2024 conference program, which promises to be a transformative event for the cruise industry,” said Chiara Giorgi, Global Brand and Event Director for Seatrade Cruise. “This conference represents a unique opportunity for industry leaders to come together, share insights, and chart the course for a more sustainable and innovative future in cruise F&B.”
After successfully launching in March 2023, F&B@Sea returns with more vendors, more produce, and more variety with over 100 F&B suppliers taking part at the live marketplace. Attendees can also expect a host of new features and immersive brand activations alongside the inaugural F&B@Sea Awards on April 11. F&B@Sea will run alongside the world’s largest cruise conference & exhibition, Seatrade Cruise Global (April 8-11, Miami Beach Convention Center, FL, USA) with shuttle buses running regularly between the two events on April 10 and 11.
For more information on F&B@Sea or to register, visit
www.seatradecruiseevents.com/fnbsea
Exclusive Brand Experiences
F&B@Sea brand experiences will allow attendees to taste, test and indulge in the latest innovations.
Curated in conjunction with Campari, Bacardi, livecookintable, AB InBev, Heineken, Rémy Cointreau, The London Essence Company, Diageo, Mountain MFG and Brown-Forman, exclusive brand activations will take place across the show floor.
These include Campari Group’s offerings they can curate on board, including Aperol Spritz, Campari Negroni, along with Espolon Tequila, SKYY, and Grand Marnier.
The Brown-Forman Cocktail Bar & Experience will serve up custom cocktails, featuring Woodford Reserve Kentucky Bourbon and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, along with Diplomático Rum and Old Forester.
The London Essence House experience is designed to unlock each guest’s palate profile. An immersive 30-minute journey of discovery begins with an exploration of the drinks collection, and ends with a bespoke cocktail for each guest.
For the full schedule of Seatrade Cruise Events visit seatradecruiseevents.com
