Come to the spotlight stage, bringing together both trailblazing entrepreneurs and established leaders for a series of interviews, panels, and debates on the key challenges and opportunities for Scotland’s tourism and hospitality industry.

Watch over 250 competitors take part in a range of culinary competition classes on live theatre and at the skills arena, and be amazed at the astonishing edible art creations and finished plates in the culinary art display.

Imbibe and imerse yourself in the world of drinks with liquid academy live. Scott Gemmell is back hosting a jam-packed schedule of interviews, debates, and tastings. See the thrilling competiton of 24 Scottish bartenders shaking, stirring, and mixing it up to see who will be crowned the 2025 winner.

The ScotHot Innovation Awards highlight our exhibitors' products that will make a difference to your business. See the finalists products on their stands and on the showcase, with finalists in two categories; food and drink, and equipment, design, and technology.

Celebrate the best of Scottish artisan products at the regional food market. It brings together the finest range of food and drink producers from across Scotland in association with Scotland Food & Drink.

The Great Taste Market at ScotHot features amazing products from Scotland and further afield. This is a perfect opportunity to see and taste the recent award winners of these coveted stars.

Get business advice from industry experts to help your hospitality business grow and succeed from recruitment and training, finance, architecture, property and more.