Hola creative and hardworking Hiveians of this amazing community @foodiesbeehive. For today’s post, I would like to share about an event that we attended.
WOFEX (World Food Expo) 2025, was a three-day event where visitors could learn more about Food and Beverage Industry, attend lectures and cooking demos from industry experts, and most especially source materials and ingredients for food business needs. This happens annually and the organization holds the event in different parts of the country with their scheduled dates.
There were many industry-leading suppliers that showcased their products. The booth staff also prepared samples for food tasting and they were accommodating in sharing information about their products. I would like to show you some that we visited.
This organic product from Brazil, made from Acai berries was also a delight. As reflected on their packaging, Sambazon Company produces this product organically and follows fair trade practices. We tasted it, and it had deep and exotic flavor. The staff also emphasized its nutritional benefits which is high in antioxidants and supports heart health.
ACC booth offers baking ingredients and other related supplies. We also bought some chocolate bars and chocolate chips for our banana cake. My partner also interacted with the booth staff and asked for price quotation.
Here, they have some cake samples with the use of their whipping cream. I’ve tried this whipping cream before; I observed that it was stable and didn’t have after-taste even after few days.
Beryl’s Chocolate also had a display of liquid chocolate product. For sampling, there were mallows for dipping in chocolate fountain. It’s smooth, has a rich chocolate flavor and convenient (no need to melt chocolate).
ACC Beverage Syrup also offered different fruit syrups that are ready to prepare and also coffee mixes. They also have coffee syrups that are usually used in food shops at malls or sidewalk shops. We also tried them; it was mild, not sweet, and no chemical after-taste.
This booth with its freshly-baked goodies had the best aroma within the events hall. There were several people waiting for the goodies to be baked. At that time, they had croissant and egg tart with cherry topping. We loved it so much; so soft and the delicate taste was mouthwatering.
I enjoyed observing them while preparing the drinks. We liked the Biscoff Surprise sample. Biscoff spread was added to the bottom with some fruit syrup and ice cubes topped with Biscoff cookie crumbs, cherry, and orange slice. I tasted a combination of fruity, creamy and a bit of tangy flavor. We loved its unique and refreshing taste.
Casa de Tortilla, distributed by Manila Bambi Foods Company, include corn tortilla chips, taco shells and wrap products. The flavor options are sour cream, cheese, and BBQ for the tortilla chips.
Bakersfield, which offers baking products is also popular. On display are ready-to-use products called Fudge-it used for topping, filling, or coating cakes and baked goodies. This isn’t sweet and taste is not overpowering.
Welch’s grape juice made with Concord grapes. This is commonly seen in our supermarkets here in the imported section.
MAY offers non-alcoholic beverages red grape, white grape, strawberry, apple, and peach options. Here, it’s also popular especially in Christmas and New Year celebrations.
Some more food and beverage suppliers were spotted. At the expo event, the price is cheaper so it would be nice to take advantage of their offers.
There was also a display of Angus Reserve, which produces Australian Black Angus Beef and distributed in the country by Oleo-Fats. The staff mentioned that it followed wet and dry aging method to achieve tender and flavorful meat that melts in the mouth. This distributor also supplies other baking essentials.
Add more flavor to our cooking and food preparation with Kewpie and McCormick products.
Prima Natura, imports and distributes edible nuts and fruits such as dried cranberries, almond, cashew, chia seeds, pistachios, and the like.
Easy Brand PH offered powder-based ice cream (soft serve) that’s quick to prepare. It is just mixed with water then transferred to the ice cream machine. At that moment, ice cream was not yet ready so they served us with chocolate milk drink for tasting. This is one is perfect for snack bar business.
Divin and DaVinci Gourmet have a variety of fruit mixes and syrups that can be added to dessert and beverage creations specifically crafted for restaurant or café use.
There were also different distributors of coffee products and coffee machines for business or for home use. They demonstrated the functions of the coffee machines and offered unlimited coffee for everyone.
Freedom Wall was spotted. I particularly like the writing, “support local coffee, love your origin.” Yes, it’s good to buy local products so we can also help support our local economy and more local producers will grow.
We went out from the events hall with a happy heart and filled stomach. I was thankful of the organization behind this event as it was a good learning experience for all the visitors who were interested to know more important information related to the Food and Beverage Industry. Above all, I thank God for giving us good health so we could attend the event and for all the opportunities that come along our away.
This is my contribution for today and thank you very much for your interest. My sincere gratitude to @anggreklestari @sirenahippie for supporting this dynamic community.
Your Friend,
@bettsmarie09
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