GLAD MAT AS is a festival held annually in Stavanger and is considered Norway's largest food festival for the general public. The festival serves as an important meeting place for food and food culture, with a special focus on locally sourced food and local producers. The program includes a diverse selection of exhibitors and dishes, which gives visitors the opportunity to explore the diversity of Norwegian raw materials and culinary traditions.
The festival also emphasizes sustainability and the circular economy, which is reflected in the event's program and activities. In addition, GLAD MAT AS offers learning programs and scholarships for young chefs, which helps to promote future talents in the food industry. In 2025, the festival will celebrate Stavanger as a food city, and there are also opportunities for volunteers to get involved in the festival's activities.
