HORETO,
At the Heart of Event Catering
As France’s leading hospitality & catering provider for trade shows and conventions,
HORETO brings a passion for food to all kinds of events and venues.
Based in Paris – the world capital of business tourism – and its greater region since 1976, we have witnessed the surge in commercial and professional events, both in terms of their multiplication and acceleration – and we love being at the heart of it!
We understand the importance of these events in fueling the business world’s curiosity and desire to connect. We know that getting together and creating memorable face-to-face moments to share remain an essential part of our common human and professional experience.
Hospitality is Our Passion
What drives us every day? Serving those moments with great food and a welcoming atmosphere.
At HORETO, hospitality means making your event experience (trade fair, conference, show…) even tastier with a food offering that’s just right for you!
If HORETO
were numbers
Year of founding
Trade shows, conferences, and festivals on average each year, on all our sites
Guests served each year
Revenue in 2025
A Family Adventure
It all began in 1976 when Jean-Claude and Geneviève Boyer took over a few food spots at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. It was an instant hit and marked the start of a great entrepreneurial journey.
Under their son Frédéric Boyer’s leadership, and driven by a committed team, HORETO gained new momentum in 2017.
HORETO is founded by Jean-Claude and Geneviève Boyer, starting with three food outlets and a self-service point at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
The family business operates half of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Frédéric Boyer, the youngest son, joins the company to participate in its development.
HORETO acquires a concession for 50% of Paris Nord Villepinte and expands to other fields, including sports venues (Club House at Paris Université Club, bar at Charléty Stadium) and museums (Grand Palais, Rodin Museum, Cité des Sciences at La Villette).
HORETO wins the tender to the catering concession for Brussels Expo, which it operates until 2014.
HORETO secures the catering concession for Espace Champerret and successfully manages the catering service for COP 21, a major landmark moment in its history.
Frédéric Boyer takes over the family business. HORETO secures the catering concession for Paris Nord Villepinte and Paris Le Bourget.
HORETO takes over operations at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles and continues to grow. It is now present at all major exhibition venues in the Paris Greater Region.
A Taste for Challenge
We work in ever-changing, complex environments – think different crowds, sizes, durations, and atmospheres. At HORETO, no two days are alike. Every event brings a fresh challenge, which we embrace with the drive to thrive – together.
Some of Our Greatest Hits:
- Bringing back to life a temporary restaurant after weeks of inactivity, serving 400 guests, under the leadership of Michelin-starred chef Sébastien Richard
- Designing, producing, and delivering 180,000 lunch boxes for an ecumenical congress in Paris and Bordeaux – a record in France!
Together,
we love taking on your challenges.
Agile, creative, committed, and warm… our teams are our pride and joy!
Up to 340 staff members are ready to jump into action for all types of catering needs, at any event.
A Broader Expertise
Over the years, we’ve expanded and strengthened our expertise by joining forces with sister companies that now form the HORETO ecosystem. All of them share our values and our passion for hospitality.
Ocres 4: Our go-to business expert for consulting and service solutions.
Fleur de Mets: Premium catering services, with a focus on natural, fresh, and eco-friendly options, offering gourmet menus with a plant-based twist.
Succeeding Together
Event Organizer?
Planning a trade show, a conference, an exhibition: we’re here to create and develop the perfect catering program tailored to your clients and goals.
Exhibitor at a Trade Show?
You’ll have access to our entire on-site food offering, plus dedicated catering services to make your life easier and keep your team and visiting clients happy.
Future Partner?
Building the right team is key, and we’re always on the lookout for partners who share our passion, a taste for excellence and are ready for long-term collaboration.
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