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Standby to pre-register for HOFEX 2015!

Asia’s food & hospitality tradeshow giant will host its 16th edition from 6-9 May this year, featuring an all new Prime Meat section (with an accompanying Butchery Skills Challenge in HKICC) and promising to rein in a whipping 40,000 professionals.

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Mandalay Chef Chapter achieves official status

A huge step forward for the chefs of Burma’s second largest city; its Chef Association this month officially joined ranks with the World Association for Chefs Societies (WACS) after nearly two decades of growth and development. Read...

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6th IFCA International Chefs Conference

The Indian Federation of Culinary Associations’ (IFCA) Chefs Conference will convene again in 2015 to discuss the latest trends and issues facing the region. Stay tuned for updates at https://www.facebook.com/ifca.india. ...

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Exclusive Masterclass with Stefano Gandolini

Treat yourself to a night in the company of Stefano Gandolini, whose winery produces some of Chile’s best cabernet sauvignon. Hosted at Salt Tapas & Bar, this opportunity is open to F&B professionals and press only. Grab your place today...

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Start the week right at The Tippling Club next Monday

In the mood for French fare and wine? The Tippling Club presents “Once Upon a Time in France” – a one-night only pairing menu featuring 5 delicious cocktails and courses. 26th January, Monday, 7pm. Welcome drink included,...

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Sunscreen for grapes: now a thing Down Under

No, it doesn’t mean you can drink wine instead of applying sunblock. As the Earth weathers its hottest year on record (http://goo.gl/xbBO3T), some vineyards in Australia have turned to the application of sunscreen to protect their precious harvest. 

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Champagne sales hit second-highest in history

People are raising their celebratory glasses more often, it seems, as 2014’s demand shattered expectations of a slow year. Also, Champagne exports out of France are, for the first time, on track to exceed French consumption.

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Smaller soft drinks that cost more are actually a hit

It’s a sign of the health-conscious times when consumers don’t mind paying more dollars for less cola. Health reasons are cited for this counter-intuitive trend and beverage companies have adjusted their packaging accordingly; a lesson for the F&B industry. ...

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Foie gras revival in California as judge overrules 2012 ban

The landmark two-and-a-half year ban on the delicacy came to an end as a higher-level federal judge overturned the decision. Chefs in the state are scrambling excitedly to place well-loved foie gras items back on their menus. ...

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Local produce takes center stage in “Singavore Month”, February

10 participating restaurants have created new dishes incorporating local produce in support of an initiative to shine the light on Singapore’s homegrown. Promotional offers and information at http://www.wearesingavore.com/ ...