Innovation and cutting-edge design at the 50th anniversary edition of Alimentaria+Hostelco
As part of the celebration of Alimentaria + Hostelco In 2026, the winners of the Innoval AwardsThese awards recognize the most disruptive launches in the sector between April 2024 and March 2026. They highlight products that respond to the growing demands of sustainability, health and convenience in global markets.
Award categories and protagonists of food disruption
This year's edition, organized by Alimentaria Exhibitions (society of Fira de Barcelona), has served as a showcase for nearly 3.300 companiesThe awards have covered various strategic segments, from alternative protein to the circular economy applied to mass consumption.
In the category of BeveragesThe award has gone to Maison Perrier Chic, Nestlé Waters, for their proposal of mock tails Alcohol-free with botanical extracts. Meanwhile, in the segment of Dairy, Yosoy (of Liquats Vegetals) has stood out with its new barista range, which includes varieties of Matcha Oats y Pistachio Oatsfocused on a nutritional profile without additives.
The meat industry has also shown its evolution towards healthier profiles. Torre de Núñez has been awarded for its Lightweight Rangewhich reduces fat by 30% in traditional products such as cured chorizo. In the frozen food sector, Fripozo with their Pizza Snacks y Maheso with the indispensable and necessary Churro Bites stuffed with Nocilla They have led the convenience category.
Sustainability, health and new gastronomic formats
One of the pillars of this edition has been the circular economy. The Bagasse, developed by Impact FoodsThey have won the sustainability innovation award for transforming the brewer's spent grain in high-protein snacks. Regarding the Alternative proteinthe chips Ouegg de Patatas Fritas Torres They have surprised the market by using exclusively dehydrated egg white.
Haute cuisine and the foodservice They have found role models in products such as the Gamba Painting de Caviaroli and the Sea Ingot de EurocaviarFurthermore, functional health has been represented by the Broccoli Sprouts 4.0 de Germinats Tugas, a superfood with a high concentration of sulforaphane.
| Category / Concept | Winning Company | Innovative Product |
|---|---|---|
| Drinks / Mocktails | Nestlé Waters | Maison Perrier Chic |
| Alternative Protein | Patatas Fritas Torres | Ouegg (Egg white chips) |
| Circular Economy | Impact Foods | Bagazitos (Brewery waste) |
| Milk and derivatives | Liquats Vegetals | Gamma Yosoy Barista |
| Functional Health | Germinats Tugas | Broccoli Sprouts 4.0 |
Economic impact and internationalization
The living room Alimentaria+Hostelco It projects record-breaking figures for its 50th anniversary:
- Participation of 3.300 exhibiting companies.
- Exposure surface of 100.000 m2 net spread across 7 pavilions.
- Forecast of more than 110.000 professional visitors.
- International reach with 25% foreign visitors.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Innoval Awards 2026
What criteria were used to select the winners?
The ability to flavor reformulationSustainability through a circular economy, functional health, and adaptation to new consumption formats on-the-go.
What is the role of sustainability in this edition?
It's central. Products like the 100% biodegradable wooden packaging stand out. Carretilla and the use of industrial by-products such as brewer's spent grain to create new foods.
How important is this event for foreign trade?
With 25% international visitors, the event consolidates its position as the main platform for the Capabilities of Spanish companies and a radar of global trends for distribution and the Horeca channel.
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