By Tlalane Dlamini
MBABANE – The culinary world has converged upon the Expo Centre Sharjah for Expo Culinaire 2025, a premier exhibition dedicated to food, equipment, and services for chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, and HORECA professionals. Running from May 21 to 23, 2025, the event is also featuring the 28th Emirates International Salon Culinaire, a prestigious platform for culinary competition and innovation.
Among the esteemed visitors and participants at this international gathering is Eswatini’s very own Chef Pitso Qwabe, representing Jazz Friends Catering Company. Her presence at such a significant event underscores the growing prominence of Eswatini’s culinary talent on the global stage.
Expo Culinaire, organised by Purple Kitchen Events in association with The Emirates Culinary Guild and the World Association of Chefs Societies, offers an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to network, discover the latest industry trends, and showcase their skills. For chefs like Pitso Qwabe, attending provides invaluable exposure to new techniques, ingredients, and equipment, all of which can be brought back to enrich the culinary scene in Eswatini.
The Emirates International Salon Culinaire, a highlight of Expo Culinaire, is known for its rigorous competitions that push chefs to their creative and technical limits.
Chef Pitso Qwabe’s presence at Expo Culinaire 2025 is a source of pride for Eswatini, highlighting the dedication and passion of its culinary professionals. As the event draws to a close, the experiences and knowledge gained by chefs like her will undoubtedly contribute to the continued growth and elevation of Eswatini’s vibrant food industry.
