EUKIHAL Campaign Hosted Greek Tasting in Downtown Miami
The European-funded event featured Halloumi and kiwifruit during the Americas Food & Beverage Show.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Food and Drink
Industry professionals in Downtown Miami gathered for a B2B tasting event showcasing European Halloumi PDO and Greek kiwifruit. The EUKIHAL Campaign, financed by the European Union, hosted the session at Meraki Greek Bistro.
Why it matters
The campaign aimed to increase the international presence of these European agricultural products among local hospitality and trade experts. The event capitalized on the industry influx during the Americas Food & Beverage Show 2026.
The tasting featured two primary products, Halloumi PDO and Greek kiwifruit, presented at one venue during the 2026 trade show cycle. Exact participation figures and resulting market distribution targets remain unknown.
The players
Anastasios Yiapanis
The General Secretary of the Panagrotikos Farmers Union of Cyprus who attended the campaign event.
Stefanos Aloneftis
The Export Manager of Charalambides Christis who participated in the promotional tasting.
The details
The EUKIHAL Campaign utilized Meraki Greek Bistro to host food, hospitality, and media professionals for a curated tasting experience. Representatives including Anastasios Yiapanis of the Panagrotikos Farmers Union of Cyprus and Stefanos Aloneftis of Charalambides Christis were present to highlight the heritage of the featured goods. The session served as a targeted outreach effort during the larger industry presence in the city this September.
Timeline
The tasting event took place on September 15, 2026.
The Americas Food & Beverage Show 2026 occurred in September 2026.
Beyond the 305
The tasting follows the long-standing tradition of international trade groups using the Americas Food & Beverage Show to establish a foothold in Miami. It mirrors recent efforts by other European agricultural cooperatives to increase brand recognition among local buyers.
Local restaurateurs and hospitality professionals who attended the showcase may see new distribution options for imported European specialty goods. These products could begin appearing more frequently on menus or in local trade selections throughout the coming months.
The takeaway
Trade professionals should monitor the broader rollout of EU-certified agricultural goods arriving in South Florida following the recent trade show circuit. Keep an eye on local specialty suppliers to see if these specific Halloumi and kiwifruit brands become regular shelf items.
Further reading
For more on the latest culinary trends and industry showcases in the city, visit the Miami Food and Drink section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The National Herald.
