Gulfood Innovation Award 2026: We're a Finalist

PopCornaa Shortlisted at Gulfood Innovation Awards 2026
From the world’s largest F&B stage to global recognition
In 2026, Gulfood officially became the largest food and beverage exhibition in the world — bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and buyers from across every major global market.
And we’re proud to share that PopCornaa was shortlisted as a Finalist at the Gulfood Innovation Awards 2026, in the hot new category of Best Savoury Snack Product for our bold, standout flavour:
Sriracha Soul
A flavour that doesn’t hold back.
Sriracha Soul delivers a fiery chilli kick layered with deep, savoury notes — crafted for a new generation of snackers who crave intensity, culture, and clean ingredients in every bite.
🌱 100% plant-based
🚫 Allergen-friendly
🌍 Inspired by global flavours
🔥 Built to stand out
A defining moment for PopCornaa
To be recognised at the world’s largest F&B event is more than just a milestone — it’s validation.
It tells us that what we’re building at PopCornaa isn’t just different… it’s relevant on a global scale.
From buyers and distributors to investors and industry leaders, Gulfood is where the future of food is shaped — and Sriracha Soul is now part of that conversation.
Building on global momentum
This recognition follows our Best Snack win at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025, marking a powerful period of growth for PopCornaa.
We’ve rebuilt the brand, gone fully plant-based, and sharpened our focus on:
- Clean-label innovation
- Culture-led flavour development
- Global expansion across the UK, EU, and Middle East
Sriracha Soul is the next chapter — bold, disruptive, and built for scale.
Why it matters
Being shortlisted at Gulfood places PopCornaa alongside some of the most exciting emerging brands in the world.
For our partners, it signals:
- A brand with proven innovation
- Products ready for international markets
- A flavour profile that cuts through crowded shelves
For us, it’s simple: we’re just getting started.
Discover the Finalist flavour
Sriracha Soul isn’t just another snack — it’s a statement.
Big heat. Clean ingredients. Global ambition.
That’s PopCornaa.
Looking to stock an award-Finalist brand?
We’re now working with global distributors and retail partners.