In the last decade, MESOMANIA, MILK WORLD, BULPEK, SALON du VIN, INTERFOOD & DRINK and COPIS have become valuable platforms for business in the Balkans and Eastern Europe

From October 5 to 8, the five International Food Exhibitions MESOMANIA, MILK WORLD, BULPEK, SALON du VIN, INTERFOOD & DRINK and the Bulgarian advertising business format - COPIS are taking place in the Inter Expo Center. "Companies from 3 continents are involved in the events connecting the food industry with print and advertising," inform the organizers.
 
"The products of agriculture and the processing industry are the basis of the prosperity of a nation," noted Todor Dzhikov - Deputy Minister of Agriculture at the opening ceremony. He described the International Food Fairs as a "representative showcase" showing new standards for high-quality products and their diversity. Todor Dzhikov also read an official greeting on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture Yavor Gechev.
 
Gratitude for the support and international assistance was expressed by the manager of Inter Expo Center, Ivaylo Ivanov. He recalled that despite the difficulties in recent years, not a single edition of the exhibitions was missed. In connection with BULPEK's 30th anniversary, he thanked the National Union of Bakers and Confectioners (NBSHS) and its president, Mariana Kukusheva. For her part, Mariana Kukusheva noted that bread removes borders.
 
In his speech, US Ambassador Hero Mustafa expressed his satisfaction with the numerous participating American companies. "Hopefully, you'll try American foods and drinks and use them on your menu," she said. And he noted that through the ongoing exhibitions, more Bulgarian experts learn about the unique character of American foods and beverages.
 
A faithful business partner
 
There are more than 20 Italian companies participating in the exhibitions until October 8, informed Francesco Calderoli, deputy head of the Embassy of Italy. "For us, Bulgaria is a promising market, providing an opportunity for development," he said and added that in our country the products from the Apennines are very recognizable. The positive forecasts and attitudes were also confirmed by Chiara Pertro, director of ICHE. "In the face of Inter Expo Center, we recognize our long-standing partner," she said. Gratitude for the good partnership relations was also expressed by Yeosun Huang - director of the commercial section at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in our country (KOTRA). Along with Italy, the USA, Greece and Poland, South Korea has a large-scale collective stand of its own at the International Food Fairs.
 
The official opening ceremony was attended by: Todor Dzhikov - Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hero Mustafa (Ambassador of the USA), Francesco Calderoli (Deputy Head of the Italian Embassy), Chiara Pertro (Director of ICHE), the manager of Inter Expo Ivaylo Ivanov Center Mariana Kukusheva (Chairman of the Board of the National Branch Union of Bakers and Confectioners), Albena Simeonova (Chairman of the Bulgarian Organic Products Association), Atanas Urdzhanov (Chairman of the Association of Meat Processors in Bulgaria), Stoyko Kirovski - Chairman of the Union of Meat Processors fruits and vegetables, Dobri Mitrev - chairman of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Tsvetan Simeonov, chairman of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
 
Participants from 3 continents
 
Over the last decade, the International Food Fairs MESOMANIA, MILK WORLD, BULPECK, SALON du VIN, INTERFOOD & DRINK have become an important stop for anyone with an interest in the food sector. Now they include companies from Bulgaria, USA, Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Turkey, Romania, Greece. The collective stands of Italy, the USA, the Republic of Korea, Greece and Poland are large-scale.
 
For connoisseurs of good taste, the "BulevART of flavors" opens - a combination of culinary adventures, urban environment, exotic gourmet products, street food, chocolate delights, cocktails, ice cream, coffee. The pizza masters gather on October 5, 6 and 7. Green Line - the space brings together products from medicinal and aromatic plants, there is also an ISLAND of foods with a protected designation of origin. The bio zone of the same name has been upgraded. The best products and additives are distinguished by the "Gold Medal with Diploma" competition.
 
COPIS – symbiosis of business and accompanying event
 
The only business exhibition in our country for printed and advertising communications - COPIS, gives the opportunity to discover the latest in the production and trade of printed, illuminated, outdoor and souvenir advertising, printing in its various directions, graphic and spatial design, software, materials, consumables and others. Within it, the event "The Podcast - New Generation of Media" is held, bringing together podcasters in Bulgaria in the world of advertisers. The "Day of Printing Technologies in the Modern World" is also organized, as well as the fifth edition of the DIGI Pay Conference.
 
For visitors, the doors of the International Food Exhibitions and COPIS are open in the range:
05 - 06 October from 10.00 to 18.30 hours
October 7 from 10.00 to 19.30
October 8 from 10.00 to 16.00
 
Visitors can buy tickets through the websites www.food-exhibitions.bg and www.copi-s.com, as well as on the spot - from the cash desks of the Inter Expo Center.