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Industry - October 2008

 

The World Chocolate Masters

6th October 2008, The Restaurant Show

The World Chocolate Masters is the premier global event for chocolatiers, patissiers and pastry chefs. The search for the worlds greatest exponent of chocolate work begins now with a series of National Selections to be held throughout all corners of the earth and ending with a World final in October 2009. The theme of this years competition is 'Haute Couture', and the winner will go on to represent the UK in the World Finals which are being held in Paris in 2009.

Details: www.worldchocolatemasters.com/en/159

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An Evening With Well Hung & Tender

8th October & 4th November 2008, The Green Door Bar & Grill, London

Donald MacPherson the owner of Well Hung & Tender, spends much of his time touring the world giving informative and entertaining talks about all things meaty and Green Door is delighted to announce that he will be hosting two talks at the restaurant this autumn.

Details: www.greendoorsteakhouse.co.uk

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Eastbourne Beer Festival

9th-11th October 2008, Eastbourne's Winter Garden

Festival goers can look forward to more than 100 real ales with the chance to sample the likes of a Fruit Bat, Kamikaze and Ginger Tom. Good old pub grub will be on the menu throughout the event and the festival opens each evening, with a special afternoon family session on the Saturday rounding up in a huge pub quiz.

Details: www.eastbournebeerfestival.co.uk

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The Hospitality Pure White Ball

10 October 2008, Grosvenor House Hotel, London

Lose the Chef Whites and don your best evening attire for the biggest, most elegant fundraiser of the year at The Hospitality Ball on Friday 10 October 2008 at The Grosvenor House Hotel, London The theme is Pure White, so get set to dazzle in your finest at an evening filled with fabulous food, drink, music and company. It's a great evening out and is also the perfect way to show your commitment to the industry.

Details: www.hospitalityaction.org.uk

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Dairy Free and Delicious

12th October & 29th November 2008 also 7th February & 15th March 2009

Dairy Free and Delicious is a fascinating workshop from the Cordon Vert cookery school. It's ideal for anyone following, or needing to cook for a dairy and egg free diet.

Details: www.cordonvert.co.uk

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Food & Wine Pairing With Adrian Garforth

16th October 2008, The Green Door Bar & Grill, London

Over the course of this gourmand’s delight, Green Door will be pairing six mouth-watering dishes with half a dozen of the world’s finest wines.

Details: www.greendoorsteakhouse.co.uk

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European Coffee Symposium 2008

17th October 2008, London

Four hundred of the most influential top executives from across the European coffee and foodservice sector will gather at a major industry event to discuss the latest trends and key issues in the fast-growing branded coffee chain market.

Details: www.europeancoffeesymposium.com

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British Game Dinner

22nd october 2008, Cafe Spice Namaste

Chef Cyrus Todiwala M.B.E. presents a four course dinner featuring the best of British Game at Cafe Spice Namste.

Details: www.cafespice.co.uk

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Mutton Master Class

24th October 2008, Cafe Spice Namaste

Cyrus and Mey Selections host a Mutton Master Class at Cafe Spice Namaste showcasing one of the world's rarest meats.

Details: www.events.springboarduk.net/masterclass

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Good Food Show Scotland

31st October - 2nd November 2008, The SECC, Glasgow

Celebrity chefs and wine connoisseurs will make sure you make the most of the food, fine wines, beers and spirits on offer

Details: www.glasgow.bbcgoodfoodshow.com

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Forthcoming Events

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Seminar

Intermediate Certificate in HACCP Principles (RIPH),

25 November 2008

 

Seminar

Chocolate Confectionery Production,

25 November 2008

 

Seminar

HACCP ‘Making it Work’, Broughton Hall Business Park, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 3AE

25 November 2008

 

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