HORECA Lebanon 2016 opens with 385 catering participants

The Hospitality Services of the Levant inaugurated yesterday their annual forum in the tourism and food industries, HORECA Lebanon 2016, at the Biel Exhibition Center, Beirut. The event was held under the auspices of tourism minister, Michel Pharaon and in the presence of a number of ambassadors, heads of syndicates and professional associations concerned. The exhibition which has gained a reputation on the map of big regional events, is expected to last until April 8. This year, the expo is hosting some 385 participants, 15 events, 87 competitions and hands on workshops, in addition to high-profile chefs, from Lebanon and the world. The opening ceremony hosted the Beirut Beats, which is an urban culinary experience highlighting the distinct tastes of Lebanon that are well-known to the world. It should be noted that the organizers of the event have pledged to support the Resto Du Coeur charitable initiative by allocating a part of the proceeds from the entrance tickets to the organization. The latter has also received a bulk of supplies endowed by some exhibitors. (An Nahar, As Safir, April 6 2016)