WITHIN the hospitality and catering industry, the biennial Hofex fair is one of the most important events on the marketing calendar.
The show aims to be as comprehensive as possible and incorporates many aspects relevant to the food, catering and hotel industries.
This year's event drew an overwhelming response with the show doubling in size from 1991 and occupying two and a half levels at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The show drew 1,139 companies from 38 countries and attracted 16,585 visitors to the four-day show.
Part of the reason for the show's success was the fact that it is aimed at the heart of the Hong Kong tourism industry - its hotel and catering sectors.
The show, organised by Hong Kong Exhibition Services, was supported by industry leaders - the Hong Kong Hotels' Association, the Hong Kong Chefs' Association, the Hong Kong Bartenders' Association and the Hong Kong Bakery and Confectionary Association.