The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is introducing themed days from 15-18 August for its five major summer events in August.
The Food Expo, hosting renowned chefs and global cuisine, will run from 15-19 August alongside two other HKTDC fairs, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Home Delights Expo.
Two more HKTDC events – Food Expo PRO, including the Food Tech Symposium, and Hong Kong International Tea Fair – will be held from 15-17 August.
Food Expo PRO and the Tea Fair are expecting 110 missions, representing 6,000 trade buyers from 26 countries and regions.
For the first time, all five events will share a common theme on different days, featuring curated activities and product promotions.
The first cross-fair theme on 15 August will be “Delights Across Mainland China”, showcasing famous dishes from across China.
A drinks-oriented “Happy Friday” theme will headline all five events on 16 August, followed by a “Japan & Korea Express” theme on 17 August.
A “Wellness Weekend” theme, including workshops and seminars, will run across the five events on 17-18 August.
“This year’s exhibitors have gone all out to bring a wider variety of products and engaging activities,” said Sophia Chong, HKTDC’s Deputy Executive Director.
More than 1,840 exhibitors are lined up to attend the five fairs.
HKTDC is also helping stage the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine & Health Products on 15-16 August, in collaboration with the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association and 10 research institutions. This conference will share the latest insights into and foster the development of Chinese medicine.
Food Expo PRO
This year’s Food Expo PRO, now its second year, will host exhibitors from 26 countries and regions showcasing the latest food trends, services and tech.
A Food Science and Technology Zone will present alternative and future food products, including vegan poached eggs and personalised 3D food.
The Food Tech Symposium will discuss food innovation and technology trends with food tech start-ups, exploring areas such as the latest packaging and refrigeration technology and AI-based dietary needs analysis.
Amid rising interest in halal food, more than 90 exhibitors will showcase a diverse range of halal food products at Food Expo PRO and Food Expo.
Hong Kong International Tea Fair
The Hong Kong International Tea Fair will feature four pavilions, including the first ever pavilion from the Hong Kong and Kowloon Tea Trade Merchants Association.
This year’s fair will also include the inaugural Hong Kong International Tea Culture Forum, hosted by the Chinese Tea Culture International Exchange Association.
This forum will bring together experts and scholars from Mainland China, Australia and Malaysia to discuss global developments in the tea industry along with its history and heritage.
Also making its debut this year is the International Tea Space Design Competition, organised by the Teaism Alliance Hong Kong. Shortlisted designs will be showcased during the Tea Fair, giving the public an opportunity to vote for their favourites.
Food Expo
The Food Expo will give the public an opportunity to taste the world’s finest cuisines and delicacies. A Gourmet Zone will feature seven thematic areas while a Premium Food Zone will feature more than 30 renowned brands.
The fair will include cooking demonstrations from 13 star chefs, including Menex Cheung, Executive Chef of China Tang, and Li Yuet Faat, Executive Chef of Ming Court, among others.
Media veteran Jacky Chan will host the Chef’s Dialogue on 17 August with three renowned Hong Kong chefs who will sharing cooking and dining tips as well as culinary secrets.
The event will also offer wine tasting workshops as well as food-related demonstrations and performances, in addition to seminars and talks.
Beauty & Wellness Expo
The Beauty & Wellness Expo will showcase popular home-use beauty devices, skincare brands, hair care products, health supplements and more.
Visitors can enjoy complimentary on-site haircuts as well as head, shoulder and neck massages on a first-come, first-served basis.
In addition, the Hong Kong Association of Flower Arranging Societies will present over 30 floral art pieces along with floral art workshops and demonstrations for the public.
Members of the public can also join experiential activities, such as aromatherapy, art therapy, painting and perfumery to relieve stress and enhance their physical and mental health.
Home Delights Expo
The Home Delights Expo will showcase products and services that enhance the quality of life.
An Avenue of Delights will feature 30 exhibitors, while a Creative Corner will spotlight innovative start-ups offering a range of distinctive products, including carved aroma stones, hand-drawn wall plaques and customised street sign stands.
