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2024 03 18

Last week, EuropeShares project partners (Straikas UABSUN365 , Super GardenFOKSAS - Healthy Food Producers) had an exceptional showcase at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, USA! Innovative products producers from Lithuania engaged with buyers to tap into new natural and organic food markets. We can confidently affirm that it was an outstanding opportunity to showcase top-quality natural products at a premier natural and organic food and beverage trade show!

Connecting with industry professionals, presenting our latest products, and establishing valuable partnerships was a remarkable experience. Despite the volume of leads generated, the true endeavor to transform them into high-quality connections begins now!

 

2024 03 12

We are thrilled to keep pushing boundaries and expanding the EuropeShares project and it's best products around the world. Here are our latest impressions from the Foodex Tokyo 2024 exhibition. Thanks to our project partners for making it happen once again.

 

 

2024 03 04

It has become a tradition to host events for professionals the day before the big exhibition. This time, in collaboration with Litfood organization, we have organized a co-hosted networking event in the heart of Tokyo. Baltic Gastronomy Leaders have arranged a B2B networking event with numerous retail market leaders and distributors.

2024 02 27

In Vilnius last week, we had an exciting meeting with our partners from the Bulgarian Winemaking & Export Association. The intensive schedule of meetings yielded very good results. Our main long-term goal is to establish Bulgarian wines as known and valued quality products in Lithuania. We hope that through cooperation with Lithuanian wine professionals from Vyno Klubas and Vynoteka, Bulgarian wines will soon find their way to Lithuanian consumers.

 

2024 02 26

Last week, Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and our partners seized the remarkable opportunity to take part in Gulfood 2024 - recognized as one the world’s largest and most reputable F&B Sourcing Event, hosted at Dubai's World Trade Centre. After the exhibition, we shared our experiences, and now we can say that it was one of the most successful exhibitions. Some of our partners have reached more than 150 promising contacts. The enthusiasm has surpassed our expectations, and we're eagerly anticipating the unfolding exhibitions.
We are grateful for the positive feedback from our partners at the stand and networking event – each exhibition and event is a new challenge, but at the same time, it's a source of pride to help European food producers find new clients and open new horizons. New journeys have just begun, and we will be happy to meet you at upcoming exhibitions and events.

 

 

2023 12 15

Survey for selection the service prvider

Association Baltic Gastronomy Leaders  (BGL) and Bulgarian Winemaking & Export Association  (BWEA) is implementing programmes “Welcome to European Food Oasis”, “Take Care – Choose Fair” and “Be Together” co-financed by the European Union.

We are inviting to participate in the survey and to submit price offer. The offers shall be submitted till 12:00 EET December 22nd, 2023.

Purchase object: Evaluation of the implementation – programmes implementation process, output, result and impact indicators in target markets. The evaluation should be made in accordance to requirements, set out in the programmes.  The maximum service price is 28.000 eur + VAT.

For more information please contact: romas@bgleaders.com, +370 686 65563

The deadline for submission of proposals is extended to December 28th, 2023,  12:00 EET

 

 

2023 11 20

“Baltic Gastronomy Leaders” and “Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association” call for tenders to implement programme “From Europe with Love 2“, which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in the United States of America.

The programme contains the following measures: websites and social media, advertising, participation in international fairs, events for business, promotion at points-of-sale. Total value of services is up to 3.657.580 euros, duration of the programme is 36 months. The initial proposals shall be submitted till 3 p.m. December 23rd, 2023 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office (Technopolis Beta) in Lithuania, J.Balčikonio str. 3, Vilnius. For more information, please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

 

 

 

2023 11 10

It has become a tradition that during each exhibition, we organize a Business Cheers Gathering or Post-Exhibition Networking event for our partners, clients, and exhibition guests. The purpose is to foster closer business relationships, introduce them to food and drinks, and showcase our culture. This time, at the Speciality Food Festival in Dubai, we decided to do something extraordinary. We opted for an unconventional venue - the INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR CULINARY ARTS.
During this event, Chef Geraldo Thomazini from Brazil, currently working in Dubai, combined dishes and flavors from multiple cultures on one plate. We are amazed and delighted at how our traditional Lithuanian dishes resonate in a new way: Northern European food with Middle Eastern spices and ingredients, infused with a touch of Brazilian gastronomy. We are proud of the project and the outcome of this evening, and we want to share the delicious moments with everyone.

2023 11 10

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in the premier gourmet and fine food trade show in the MENA region, Speciality Food Festival 2023, held in Dubai from November 7 to 9.

2023 11 01

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders actively participated in WorldFood Ukraine 2023, held in Ukraine from November 29 to 31, 2023. This event, recognized as the largest exhibition for the food and drinks industry in Ukraine, provided a valuable platform for showcasing and engaging with industry trends, innovations, and business opportunities.

 

2023 10 26

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders, in collaboration with EuropeShares partners from Lithuania, participated in the NJLS trade show. The event was hosted at the NJ Convention & Exposition Center on October 25, 2023.

2023 10 10

“Baltic Gastronomy Leaders” and “Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association” call for tenders to implement programme “Do It Like Europeans Do 2“, which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in Japan and South Korea.

The programme contains the following measures: websites and social media, advertising, participation in international fairs, events for business, promotion at points-of-sale. Total value of services is up to 2 207 720 euro, duration of the programme is 36 months. The initial proposals shall be submitted till 3 p.m. November 13th, 2023 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office (Technopolis Beta) in Lithuania, J.Balčikonio str. 3, Vilnius. For more information, please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

2023 03 11

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders have participated in Foodex Japan 2023 (Tokyo).

2023 02 24

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders organised a business mission to Gulfood trade exhibition in Dubai with introduction to Dubai market and meetings with partners.

2023 01 11

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2023 which took place on 10-11 January, 2023. The event presents specialty wines from wineries across the globe and business opportunities for industry players.

2023 01 06

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association calls for tenders to implement programme “Be Together“, which aims to promote EU food and beverage, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in the United Kingdom.

The programme contains the following measures: articles, online advertising, participation in trade fairs, events for business and consumers, promotion at points-of-sale. Total value of services is up to 3.675.300 euro, duration of the programme is 36 months. The initial proposals shall be submitted till 3 p.m. (EET) 8th February 2023 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office (Technopolis Beta) in Lithuania, J.Balčikonio str. 3, Vilnius. For more information, please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

 

2022 12 18

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in Incheon International Food Fair in South Korea on 16-18 December, 2022. At the exhibition, different Lithuanian food and beverage products were presented.

2022 12 08

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in FOODtech Week in Japan on 7-9 December, 2022. FOODtech Week serves as Asia’s leading business platform for food industry.

2022 11 17

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association calls for tenders to implement programme “Take care – choose fair“, which aims to promote EU plant-based food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and Bulgaria.

The programme contains the following measures: articles, websites, advertising, participation in trade fairs, events for business and consumers, promotion at points-of-sale. Total value of services is up to 3.046.600 euro, duration of the programme is 36 months. The initial proposals shall be submitted till 3 p.m. 19th December 2022 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office (Technopolis Beta) in Lithuania, J.Balčikonio str. 3, Vilnius. For more information, please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

2022 11 15

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in U.S. Private Label Trade Show (PLMA) in Chicago on 13-15 November 2022. At the exhibition, different Lithuanian food and beverage products were presented.

2022 11 04

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders together with Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association participated in COEX FOOD WEEK trade fair in Seoul, South Korea. The Coex Food Week is a platform that presents all areas of food & beverage industry and has been offering the most important trends in the food industry for 15 years. The trade fair took place on 1-5 November, 2022.

2022 10 25

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association calls for tenders to implement programme “Welcome to European Food Oasis“, which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in United Arab Emirates.

The programme contains the following measures: websites and social media, advertising, participation in international fairs, events for business and consumers, promotion at points-of-sale. Total value of services is up to 1 799 800 euro, duration of the programme is 36 months. The initial proposals shall be submitted till 3 p.m. 21st November 2022 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office (Technopolis Beta) in Lithuania, J.Balčikonio str. 3, Vilnius. For more information, please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

2022 09 28

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in International food and beverage exhibition - FOOD STYLE Japan, which is Japan's largest food business negotiation exhibition covering the restaurant, ready-to-eat, and retail industries. The exhibition took place on 28-29 September, 2022.

2022 09 13

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in 26th Americas Food and Beverage Show in Miami. The event took place between 12-13 September, 2022.

2022 08 15

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in HKTDC Food Expo in Hong Kong, China on 11-15 August, 2022. Variety of different Lithuanian food and beverage products were presented: EU organic products, fruit & berry wines, processed fruit and vegetables, cereal products and many more.

2022 07 28

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in International food and beverage exhibition - Foodex in Osaka, Japan. The exhibition took place on 27-29 July, 2022.

2022 06 25

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in International Goods Fair (IGF) in Seoul on 23-25 June, 2022. At the exhibition, different Lithuanian food and beverage products were presented.

2022 03 01

We are excited to offer an exclusive opportunity for F&B exporters seeking to enter Asian markets!

Together with an established exports development agency LITAO, Baltic Gastronomy Leaders will hold an integrated 6-month go-to-market support programme in Hong Kong and South Korea, aiming to increase the competitiveness of European brands.

The programme will serve as a stepping stone for F&B exporters, introducing them to 10 pre-selected B2B partners and allowing them to improve their export capabilities by educating them about market requirements and culturally effective business tactics.

For more information, please see www.litaogroup.com or contact Market Entry Manager Justina Prušinskaitė jp@litaogroup.com.

2022 02 10

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is planning to participate in FOODEX Japan trade fair which will take place on 8-11 march, 2022. As the leading Food & Beverage tradeshow in Japan and Asia, FOODEX JAPAN provides great business expansion opportunities.

2022 02 09

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders participated in the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas. The event took place between 6-8 February, 2022. At the exhibition, different Lithuanian food and beverage products were presented.

2021 12 23

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders organised an event for professionals in Japan on 22nd December, 2021. The event was designed to present and to taste products of Lithuanian origin. The meeting was attended by the Japanese investors and a businessman who are seeking new opportunities for growth for a business.

2021 12 09

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders has hosted a Business Congress in Kyiv, Ukraine on 3rd December, 2021. The event included B2B matchmaking sessions dedicated to interaction between Lithuanian and Bulgarian producers and representatives of Ukrainian retail chains, distribution companies, and consulting companies.

2021 11 10

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders together with Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association participated in three trade fairs on November. Two trade fairs - “WorldFood Ukraine” and “Wine&Spirits Ukraine” - took place in Kyiv, Ukraine and one – “FoodExpo Qazaqstan“ - in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

2021 10 20

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is planning to participate in FOODEX Japan 2022. Interested companies are welcome to join!

2021 10 05

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is organizing a Business Congress in Kyiv, Ukraine on 3rd December, 2021. This is a great opportunity to meet potential partners and distributors. Interested companies are welcome to join!

2021 09 21

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders has started a product presentation campaign in Tony’s Fresh Market in the USA. Product displays and tastings are planned next.

2021 09 03

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders together with Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association is participating in 23rd  Central-Asian international exhibition for food industry - FoodExpo Qazaqstan on 3-5 November, 2021 Almaty, Kazakhstan. Interested companies are welcome to join!

 

2021 08 26

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders together with Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association is participating in two trade exhibitions in Ukraine – “WorldFood Ukraine” and “Wine&Spirits Ukraine” on 2-4 November 2021. Our partners in the exhibitions: Geld Baltic, Vilkyskiu Pienine, Straikas, Farmer Circle, Choco Group, Vilniaus Degtine.

Interested companies are welcome to join!

At the end of the first exhibition day, on 2nd November, Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is inviting to the business cocktail evening at the CITYHOTEL, Kyiv.

2021 08 18

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders started the campaign of tastings in WineTime stores in Kyiv, Ukraine.

2021 07 26

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is inviting the experts from food industries to join our activities: participation in trade exhibition, B2B and other events. For more information please contact us: info@bgleaders.com, +370 686 65 563.

2021 07 15

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders invites to seminar about Ukraine and Kazakhstan markets (July 28, 2021,  10:00).

2021 03 24

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders expands its business network in Asia. We work with LITAO in China, Fenetre Partners and ShoreBlend in Japan, Korea Business Services in South Korea. European project "Europe Shares" enables us to save the cost of participation in trade fairs, traveling and marketing. Project is open for new members to join it.

We are proud to represent our food industry in FOODEX Japan 2021. More over - we have started discussion for sale of Lithuanian products with Mitsubishi Corporation Foods.

2021 03 22

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is continuing food export development projects for USA, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Asian markets. Trade fairs, business trips, on-line advertising, tastings and other POS activities with  EU support. We are preparing an information campaign with displays and tastings in supermarket NOVUS in Ukraine. The projects are open for new members to join it.

2021 02 10

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is looking for experts to participate in the project “Europe Shares”. The experts should have experience in food export. The markets concerned are Ukraine, USA, Asian markets (Japan, South Korea, China). If you are interested in working with us, please send your CV to info@bgleaders.com

 

2020 10 22

BGL has prepared its annual activity report for 2019. You can find it here:

BGL veiklos ataskaita 2019

 

2020 10 15

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association calls for tenders to implement programe “From Europe with Love“ which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in the USA.

The programme contains the following measures: public relations, websites and social media, online advertising, participation in international fairs, events for business and consumers, trade visits, point-of-sale promotion. Total value of services is up to 3.687.970 EUR, duration of the programme is 36 months. The innitinal proposals shall be submited till 3 p.m. 16th November 2020 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office in Lithuania, Ukmerges str. 223, Vilnius. For more information please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com.

2020 10 13

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders and Bulgarian Winemaking and Export Association calls for tenders to implement programe “Gifts from Europe“ which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in Ukraine and Kazkhstan.

The programme contains the following measures: public relations, websites and social media, online advertising, participation in international fairs, seminars and events for business and consumers, trade visits, point-of-sale promotion. Total value of services is up to 2.732.000 EUR, duration of the programme is 36 months. The innitinal proposals shall be submited till 3 p.m. 13th November 2020 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office in Lithuania, Ukmerges str. 223, Vilnius. For more information please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com.

2020 09 16

The European Commission has approved two new projects for export development "Gifts from Europe" with target markets of Ukraine and Kazakhstan and "From Europe with Love" with target market - USA.

2020 08 11

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is looking for experts to participate in the project “Europe Shares”. The experts should have experience in food export. If you are interested in working with us, please send your CV to info@bgleaders.com

2020 06 17

The participation in SIAL CHINA 2020 exhibition, taking place in September, has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The participation was planned as part of the project „Europe Shares“. The negotiations with the EU over possible online activities and business development model are underway.

 

2020 05 01

The project “Europe Shares“, which aims to promote EU food and help to export it from Lithuania to China, Japan and South Korea, has started.

The project programme contains participation in international fairs, events for business and consumers, public relations, websites and social media, advertising, point-of-sale promotion. Total budget of the project is 4,7 million eur, duration of the programme is 36 months.

It is open for Lithuanian food companies to join it.

info@bgleaders.com, +370 686 65563 

2020 04 20

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders is preparing new food export development projects for USA, Ukraine and Kazakhstan markets.

The projects will contains the following measures: participation in international fairs, trade visits, events for business and consumers, public relations, websites and social media, advertising, point-of-sale promotion. Duration to of the projects will be 36 months, expected budget  is 5 million eur, EU will compensate 80% of expenses.

Projects are open to join by any Lithuanian food company.

For more information please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

2020 03 18

Association Baltic Gastronomy Leaders has finalised its tender to implement programme „Do It Like Europeans Do“. ARENSglobal LtD was recognised as the Winning Tender.

2019 11 15

CALL FOR TENDERS

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders calls for tenders to implement programe “Do It Like Europeans Do“ which aims to promote EU food, its safety and control system, to raise awareness and understanding of the EU quality schemes in China, Japan and South Korea.

The programme contains the following measures: public relations, websites and social media, advertising, participation in international fairs, events for business and consumers, point-of-sale promotion. Total value of services is up to 3.224.730 eur, duration of the programme is 36 months. The innitinal proposals shall be submited till 3 p.m. 16th December 2019 Lithuanian time to Baltic Gastronomy Leaders office in Lithuania, Ukmerges str. 223, Vilnius. For more information please contact by e-mail info@bgleaders.com

2019 10 23

The president of Baltic Gastronomy Leaders Mr. Romas Apulskis participated in Lithuanian business mission to Japan together with the president of Lithuanian Republic Mr. Gitanas Nausėda.

2019 09 14

The project for export development to China, Japan and South Korea "Do It Like Europeans Do" was approved by European Commission. The project will start 2020 04 01 and continue for 3 years.

2019 07 12

Association "Lietuvos gėrimai" became a member of Baltic Gastronomy Leaders. "Lietuvos gėrimai" is the strongest soft-drinks association in Lithuania with such members like Coca-Cola, Red Bull, Elemenhorster and other.

2019 04 15

Projects “Do it like Europeans do” and “From Europe with love” were submitted to EU in order to get financing for strategic food export development.

2019 04 09

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders has signed a cooperation agreement with Vilnius University.

2019 04 03

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders has signed a cooperation agreement for export development with Lithuanian Business Confederation (ICC Lithuania)

2019 03 21

Baltic Gastronomy Leaders became a members of Lithuanian Business Confederation (ICC Lithuania)