HORECA TREND and California Walnuts brought chefs together in Antalya.

HORECA TREND, CCalifornia Walnut Commission In collaboration with California Walnuts, a special gastronomy-focused event was held in Antalya. The event, which took place at the IC Airport Hotel, brought together leading chefs from the sector and invited participants from various fields on the same platform.

Held in Antalya, one of Türkiye's most important tourism destinations, the event stood out with its focus on information sharing, experience transfer, and sectoral interaction. The gathering, which addressed the current dynamics of the gastronomy world, offered participants a productive networking environment with its inspiring content.

The Multidimensional Narrative of Gastronomy Was Emphasized.

The event was presented by the Editor-in-Chief of HORECA TREND. Elif Akın Yüksel took on the role. In his opening speech, Akın Yüksel touched upon HORECA TREND's vision, emphasizing that they view gastronomy not merely as a culinary practice, but as a powerful narrative shaped by culture, sustainability, health, and creativity. He underlined that the collaboration with the California Walnut Commission is a natural reflection of this perspective.

The Journey of the California Walnut Was Told

Those who spoke at the event Feray AlpayAs the Turkey Representative of the California Walnut Commission, he gave a comprehensive presentation on California walnuts. The presentation covered walnut production processes, quality standards, sustainable farming practices, and nutritional values ​​in detail.

Gastronomy Trends for 2026 Discussed

President of Alanya Gastronomy Stars Association Hidayet KızılarıShe delivered a speech befitting the significance of the evening. Following this, Elif Akın Yüksel, in her presentation on 2026 gastronomy trends, drew attention to topics such as sustainability, functional flavors, the balance between local and global cuisines, and chef-focused innovation.

Finale with Walnut Delights

After the presentations Emrah Fandakli A special walnut, milk, and honey drink prepared by the organizers was served to the guests. The event concluded with a group photo session with the guests, followed by a special walnut-themed dinner.

This gastronomic gathering, realized through a collaboration between HORECA TREND and the California Walnut Commission, strengthened the sharing of industry knowledge while laying the groundwork for sustainable collaborations among chefs, brands, and gastronomy professionals.

Source: HORECA TREND