Q: What is COOKTOP To TABLETOP by iHORECA Live? Cooktop to Tabletop by iHORECA Live is a high-level business matching and networking event specifically tailored for the hospitality and food & beverage industries. It brings together top buyers, distributors, suppliers, and thought leaders from across Asia and beyond for four days of targeted meetings, insightful seminars, and strategic networking opportunities. Q: Where and when will the event take place? The event will be held over four days and three nights in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, September 2026. Exact dates will be communicated to all confirmed delegates. Q: What are the participation costs for buyers? Buyer participation is complimentary. The event will cover accommodations for four days and three nights, along with meals, entertainment, and all official program activities. Attendees are only responsible for their airfare. Q: What about supplier participation? For supplier participation inquiries, please contact us at herve.drouin@ihoreca.live. Q: How do the meetings work? All meetings between buyers and suppliers are pre- arranged. Once the final attendee list is confirmed, participants will receive access to an online wishlist and meeting platform to indicate preferred meeting partners. Based on these preferences, customized one- on-one meeting schedules will be created. Q: How many meetings will take place? Each participant will engage in approximately sixteen (16) focused 25-minute meetings, with 5-minute breaks in between. Q: What format will the meetings follow? Suppliers will have designated presentation tables where they can display brochures and materials. Buyers will visit suppliers according to their pre-arranged schedules. Q: Will I have access to the full list of attendees? Yes. To protect privacy, the delegate list will be provided exclusively via email or a password-protected platform. Access will be granted several months before the event to allow for effective meeting planning. Q: What happens after the event? The relationships you build at iHORECA Live are just the beginning. Buyer and Supplier delegates will have access to iHORECA’s digital procurement platform and hotel openings project management tool. These platforms allow for continued engagement, enabling direct communication and quotation exchanges. Q: What kind of educational content can I expect? Our seminar sessions will feature respected industry leaders and experts sharing the latest insights in product innovation, market trends, and technological advancement within the hospitality and F&B sectors. Sessions are interactive and designed to encourage open dialogue and idea exchange. Q: What networking opportunities are available? The program includes multiple networking moments throughout the day—during meals, coffee breaks, and evening entertainment. The agenda is thoughtfully designed to ensure every delegate has the chance to connect with all other participants over the course of the event. If you have additional questions, please contact the iHORECA Live team at contact@ihoreca.live. We will reply to you within 24 hours.