This year’s Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai brought together leading names in the world of chocolate, pastry, coffee and gelato for three exceptional days, September 18-20, at Madinat Arena, Madinat Jumeirah.

Besides the lively exhibition area, competitions and masterclasses, the event welcomed a new addition to the program: The Talks, organized by Hospitality News Middle East. Held over three days, the talks provided a valuable platform for professionals and experts to discuss hot topics, including trends, market challenges and the future of coffee and pastry.

Check out the highlights and insights from each talk by clicking the links below:

• The sweeter side of social media: how to leverage platforms and collaborate https://www.hospitalitynewsmag.com/sweeter-side-of-social-media/
• Exploring the rise of pastry and confectionery brands in Dubai https://www.hospitalitynewsmag.com/article-pastry-confectionery-brands-dubai/
• Why desserts matter for high-end restaurants in Dubai https://www.hospitalitynewsmag.com/desserts-matter-restaurants-dubai/
• Coffee Talks: What’s brewing in the UAE’s coffee scene? https://www.hospitalitynewsmag.com/coffee-talks-in-uae/

Insights from The Talks, organized by Hospitality News Middle East, at Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai. Session moderated by Lisa Jerejian.