It was the world´s greatest meeting of wine and cookbook professionals from all over the globe: Publishers, authors, photographers, printers and other professionals from more than 60 countries attended the second edition of the Paris Cookbook Fair from 3 to 6 March in the event center of „Le 104" in the French capital.

The fair was opened by a big Opening Party the night before the first day. Exhibitors and VIP professionals got a first impression of the international approach of the fair: a Scandinavian buffet by KC Wallberg, a French buffet, Italian delicaties by Chef Claudio, Foie Gras canapés by the Association du Foie Gras du Périgord, Champagne Gosset, Wines by Lurton and Cognac Frapin - a marvellous start into four days of business and fun.

More than one hundred exhibitors presented their programme on one floor, in the foreign rights center more than 30 publishers had tables where they met with foreign publishers and new authors.

The two show kitchen were again in the basement of the event center. Here more than 40 chefs from all around the world presented their books and cooking to the public. Many of them got into serious meetings with foreign publishers directly after their shows.

Two countries took the opportunity to present their culinary heritages to a broad public: Italy and Malaysia.

This time the International Wine Bar had a more prominent placement in the center of the basement so that even more visitors than last time were able to attend the tastings.

Through the whole fair the conference programme was very well visited by real professionals. They heart lectures about digital opportunities, cookbook trends, the rise of the Chinese cuisine, the american market and many more.

During the four days more than 8,000 professionals visited the fair. And organizer Edouard Cointreau made clear: "There will be an even bigger third edition next year!"

 

More impressions in our picture gallery.