Retail Walk

Discover India’s Evolving Food Retail Landscape

Step beyond the exhibition floor and experience India's fast-evolving food and beverage retail ecosystem through the exclusive Retail Walk.

Designed for international exhibitors, this curated market tour offers firsthand exposure to both India's organised retail sector and its vibrant traditional food trade. Participants will visit leading modern retail formats—including supermarkets and premium food stores—to gain insights into consumer buying behaviour, merchandising strategies, product placement, category trends, pricing, and in-store shopper experiences through guided observation and product sampling.

The journey extends into Mumbai's iconic wholesale and retail food markets, providing a unique perspective on India's extensive sourcing networks, distribution channels, local trade practices, and the diversity of domestic and international food products available in the market

Objectives & Benefits

• Gain firsthand understanding of India's organised and traditional retail ecosystems.
• Analyse consumer preferences, merchandising techniques, and category innovations.
• Understand distribution channels, sourcing practices, and market dynamics.
• Identify potential business opportunities, partnerships, and route-to-market strategies.
• Build practical market intelligence to support successful market entry and expansion.
• Experience Mumbai's rich culinary culture through authentic local food experiences.

Combining expert-guided retail visits with immersive market exploration, the Retail Walk delivers valuable commercial insights that go far beyond the exhibition, equipping participants with the knowledge and confidence to navigate one of the world's fastest-growing food and beverage markets.

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