To be fair
TO BE FAIR
Trade fairs are a good way of finding new products and suppliers whilst keeping up with the latest industry trends and meeting new contacts. There are many international trade fairs which take place throughout the year. Here is our list of top trade fairs in the coming months:
HOSTELCO
WHEN: 17th - 21st October WHERE: Barcelona, Spain WHY GO: Taking place at the Gran Via Exhibition Centre, Hostelco is a must for restaurant and hotel industry professionals. The international exhibition showcases the latest machinery, equipment and services. It offers the opportunity to find clients and suppliers from all over Europe and discover new knowledge of food, produce and food technologies. For more information visit: www.hostelco.com
HOGATEC
WHEN: Â 2nd - 5th September WHERE: Essen, Germany WHY GO: Hogatec is a four day show which will be a trend setter for products related to the hospitality, food and beverage industry. The fair will be separated into different sections which include ambience, design, luxury goods and food and beverages, providing a great opportunity to make many international contacts for your business. For more information visit: www.hogatec.de
SPECIALITY & FINE FOOD FAIR
WHEN: 2nd - 4th September WHERE: London, England WHY GO: The fair showcases the best artisan food and drink to high quality trade buyers. The show promises to be bigger than ever this year, in addition to the 600 exhibitors there will also be live cookery demonstrations by top chefs in the fine food forum, educational seminars and the chance to sample winning food produce from the prestigious Great Taste awards. With so much on offer, this is the perfect opportunity to find out what is new in the world of speciality food. For more information visit: www.specialityandfinefoodfairs.co.uk 41