On 18- 19 March 2026, Reaton Food hosted one of the most significant events in the Baltic food industry Pan-Baltic Professionals’ Days 2026, held at the LITEXPO Exhibition Centre in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Over two exciting days, the event brought together industry professionals from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia - chefs, restaurant and hotel representatives, retail specialists, and food industry experts.
A Key Event in the Baltic Food Industry
Reaton Food Professionals’ Days have long served as a premier platform to:
• Discover the latest trends shaping the food industry,
• Unveil innovative products and solutions,
• Forge valuable collaborations across the Baltic region.
This year’s event featured 84 stands showcasing over 1,850 products, including 150 exciting new launches. The total attendance exceeded 1,700 participants from all three Baltic countries.
Industry Trends and Concepts in Focus
Special emphasis was placed on the current concepts shaping the HoReCa and retail sectors across the Baltics:
• Pizza and Italian cuisine,
• Asian cuisine,
• Street food innovations,
• Desserts and patisserie,
• Bread concepts,
• Mediterranean cuisine,
• Mocktail and coffee shop segments,
• Steaks and premium meat products,
• Vegan and plant-based trends.
Each stand was thoughtfully structured and numbered, with product lists enhanced by QR codes, allowing visitors instant online access to the platform to place orders on the spot.
Masterclasses and Professional Growth
The main stage hosted inspiring masterclasses led by experienced chefs from Latvia and the United Kingdom. The programme was crafted around the latest industry development trends in the Baltics, providing all participants with practical insights and motivation.
Collaborating with Industry Organisations
This year marked a milestone for Professionals’ Days - the exhibition was organised in collaboration with the Lithuanian Chefs and Confectioners Association for the first time.
Several prestigious competitions took place as part of this partnership:
• “Lithuania’s Best Pastry Chef 2026”
• “Lithuania’s Best Chef 2026”
• “Go Burger Challenge 2026”
• Lithuanian National Pizza Masters Championship
The event’s core mission was to demonstrate how partnering with Reaton Food can efficiently address daily business needs.
Top Advantages for Clients:
• Order fulfilment within 24 hours across all Baltic States,
• Fresh product deliveries sourced from multiple countries,
• Optimization of time and workforce,
• Professional sales consultations,
• Personalised chef and pastry chef advisory services,
• Convenient online ordering platform available 24/7.
The Meeting Point for Baltic Professionals
Reaton Food Pan-Baltic Professionals’ Days 2026 once again confirmed its status as a cornerstone event in the region, bringing together innovation, expertise, and collaboration under one roof.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all clients, partners, and colleagues from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia for their participation and for creating shared value together!
