medbest at SIAL Paris 2026: 30 Years of Mediterranean Food, Made to Travel

From Greece to the world — and this October, to Paris

This October, medbest returns to SIAL Paris, bringing three decades of Mediterranean food expertise, product development and international market experience to one of the world’s leading food exhibitions.

2026 is a milestone year for us.

For 30 years, we have been taking Mediterranean flavors beyond borders — developing products that combine authenticity with the needs of modern retail, food service and international consumers.

Today, medbest products travel to more than 30 countries worldwide.

And from 17–21 October, our next meeting point is Paris.

Meet medbest at SIAL Paris 2026

17–21 October 2026
Hall 1 – Stand 1 E109

30 Years. One Mediterranean Point of View.

Markets change. Tastes evolve. Categories move forward.

Our starting point remains the same: Mediterranean food, approached with quality, curiosity and commercial understanding.

From Greek olives and antipasti to spreads, Mediterranean specialties and extra virgin olive oil, our portfolio reflects both where we come from and where food culture is going next.

That means staying true to familiar ingredients and traditions, while also developing new combinations, formats and eating occasions for today’s international markets.

Over the years, this international journey has also been consistently recognized through the Greek Exports Awards, where medbest has received distinctions year after year for its export performance and innovation.

Innovation Starts with Curiosity

At medbest, innovation often begins with one simple question:

What else could this become?

That thinking has led to concepts that bring together Mediterranean ingredients with contemporary taste profiles, global inspiration and new usage occasions.

From fruit-infused and cocktail-inspired olives to globally influenced marinades and specialty spreads, our focus is not innovation for novelty’s sake.

It is innovation designed to create relevance, differentiation and commercial value.

NEFÉLI: Mediterranean Roots. Contemporary Expression

NEFÉLI brings a contemporary perspective to Mediterranean food through a diverse portfolio of olives, antipasti, spreads, olive oils and Mediterranean specialties.

Across categories, the same philosophy applies: familiar Mediterranean ingredients, carefully developed to combine quality, versatility and relevance for today’s eating occasions.

From everyday Mediterranean staples to more distinctive propositions, NEFÉLI is designed to offer both recognition and discovery — products that feel rooted in the Mediterranean, while responding to evolving tastes, formats and consumption habits.

Where Innovation Becomes Most Visible

One of the clearest expressions of this approach can be found in the olive category. Here, NEFÉLI moves beyond traditional flavor profiles to explore unexpected pairings, international inspiration and new occasions for consumption.

Sweet Stories combines premium olives with fruit, spice and delicate sweetness, creating concepts for grazing, cheese pairings and elevated snacking.

Journeys takes inspiration from international cuisines, with flavor profiles such as Moroccan Spice, Chipotle Honey and French Curry.

Marinades reinterpret familiar Mediterranean combinations through herbs, citrus, garlic and carefully balanced seasoning.

This approach has also earned international recognition, with NEFÉLI products receiving Gold, Platinum and Silver distinctions in international taste competitions across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

These ranges reflect some of the strongest expressions of the broader NEFÉLI philosophy.

Across olives, antipasti, spreads, olive oils and Mediterranean specialties, the objective remains the same: to respect Mediterranean roots while continuously finding new ways to make them relevant.

Built for International Markets

Behind every product is the ability to develop, test, produce and deliver it consistently.

medbest combines in-house Innovation & Product Development, Quality Assurance, production expertise, packaging development and dedicated export operations to support both established products and new concepts.

Our experience across more than 30 international markets allows us to adapt to different consumer preferences, retail environments and commercial needs.

Alongside our branded portfolio, we also work with international partners on tailored product development and selected private label projects, adapting recipes, formats and packaging to specific market needs where required.

Quality at the Core

Throughout our 30-year journey, quality has remained the foundation behind every market, product and partnership.

Our operations are supported by:

IFS-certified production standards
Advanced quality control systems
Non-GMO ingredients
Dedicated Quality Assurance
In-house Innovation & Product Development
Experienced export operations

This commitment extends beyond product quality to the way we operate, reflected in our EcoVadis Silver sustainability rating, placing medbest among the Top 15% of assessed companies.

Our philosophy remains:
Quality is our signature. Great flavors, our passion.

Come See Us at SIAL

SIAL brings together different markets, food cultures and ideas about what comes next.

For medbest, it is the right place to share both our Mediterranean roots and the way we continue to evolve them.

Whether you are looking for:

• Authentic Mediterranean products
• Contemporary olive and antipasti concepts
• Premium and specialty propositions
• Retail or food-service solutions
• New product development opportunities

 

we would be happy to meet you in Paris.

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This result reflects the strength of our internal systems, long-term producer partnerships, and fully integrated quality control processes.

A Controlled and Collaborative Model​

medbest operates through a vertically coordinated structure built on:

Strategic, long-standing partnerships with selected production facilities
A dedicated in-house QA/QC department overseeing specifications, audits, and continuous monitoring

Internal product development, co-creating and scaling recipes in collaboration with our production partners
Structured export operations managing international compliance and logistics
Integrated marketing and brand development

Our model combines development, quality governance, and international distribution within one coordinated ecosystem.

What the IFS Certification Confirms​

The IFS standard evaluates companies on:

• Risk management
• Supplier approval systems
• Traceability
• Legal compliance
• Product integrity
• Documentation accuracy
• Internal audit performance

Our 99.25% score demonstrates that these systems are not theoretical
— they are embedded in our daily operations.

(Technical note: medbest is certified under the IFS Broker standard, which applies to companies responsible for placing food products on the market with full quality and compliance accountability.)

Achieving 99.25% under the IFS certification framework reflects the rigor of our internal systems and the discipline embedded in our daily operations. Quality at medbest is not reactive — it is structured, continuously monitored, and owned across departments. This result confirms that our governance model operates with clarity, traceability, and accountability at every stage.​

— Maria Parapareki, Quality Assurance Director, medbest s.a.​

 

As medbest celebrates 30 years of continuous presence in the international Mediterranean food sector, this distinction reflects more than operational precision. It represents three decades of structured growth, long-standing partnerships, and a culture built on accountability.

After 30 years of steady presence in the international food markets, this recognition reflects what we value most: consistency. In this long journey, we have built long-term partnerships, invested in expertise, and developed a culture where quality is not negotiable. The 2026 IFS distinction is not an isolated achievement. It is the natural outcome of how we have chosen to grow.

— Konstantinos Marianos, Founder & CEO, medbest s.a.​

More Than Compliance​

For medbest, certification is not a marketing label.
It is the outcome of structured collaboration, technical expertise, and continuous improvement.

As an award-winning Mediterranean food company, active in Greek table olives export and private label Greek food production, medbest operates as an integrated partner for retailers and HO.RE.CA professionals across international markets.

Across more than 30 countries, our partners rely on a model that integrates development, control, and international execution within one coordinated ecosystem, delivering authentic Mediterranean food products rooted in the values of the Mediterranean diet.

When you consider the discipline behind every specification, the structure behind every collaboration, and the consistency across every market, the conclusion becomes self-evident:

Quality is not a statement. It is our signature.
Great flavors are not an ambition. They are our passion.

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