Attend the World’s Premier Culinary Conference
Worlds of Flavor – Nov 4-6, 2026
Hosted by
28th Annual Worlds of Flavor
International Conference and Festival
Asia on our Menus: East by Southeast
Designs on Deliciousness, from Japan and Korea to Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam
NAPA VALLEY - NOVEMBER 4-6, 2026
For nearly 30 years, industry professionals have traveled to the Worlds of Flavor International Conference and Festival® to be inspired by chefs from all corners of the globe, experience new flavors and techniques steeped in tradition, and connect with the food we eat in new and meaningful ways.
Join one of the country’s most influential professional forums on world cuisines and walk away with a wealth of knowledge and a network of experts.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Chefs
Restaurant operators
Foodservice managers
Food and beverage directors
Foodservice manufacturers
Food marketers
Food writers
Beverage producers and distributors
World cuisine experts
Educators
Food industry professionals
Why Attend Worlds of Flavor?
Professional Development Opportunities
Opening remarks and a general session kick off the conference before an evening World Marketplace tasting and dinner.
Real Stories From the Field
Hear from 30+ guest chefs and food experts about how they found a home for their cuisine in restaurants throughout the U.S.
Inspiration
Learn how chefs honor traditions through innovations influenced by global flavors, and how you can do the same.
In-Depth Seminars and Workshops
Attend demonstrations from some of the world’s most influential chefs and food experts on topics you won’t find anywhere else.
Program
Across East and Southeast Asia, some of the world’s most influential food cultures have been shaped over thousands of years by geography, trade, migration, and tradition.
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Watch highlights from our 2025 Worlds of Flavor Conference
2026 Presenters
Check out the eclectic and talented group of chefs and presenters from around the world who will share their knowledge of traditions, techniques, and flavors at our 2026 program.
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“Worlds of Flavor is the smartest food conference out there.”
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Save your seat at the table for Worlds of Flavor 2026.
Don’t miss your chance to spend three days with the chefs, educators, and food professionals reimagining East and Southeast Asian cuisine. Spots are filling up fast, reserve yours today.