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    Food Expo PRO, Hong Kong International Tea Fair to return in August 2026

    Two prominent food and beverage (F&B) trade events in Asia, Food Expo PRO and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be held from Aug 13 to 15, 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, providing a key business platform for industry players to explore new products, build partnerships and expand market access. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the events will bring together global suppliers, buyers and professionals from across the F&B supply chain. Food Expo PRO will be open exclusively to trade buyers during its first two days before welcoming public ticket-holders on the final day. Meanwhile, the Hong Kong International Tea Fair…

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    Maria’s SteakCafe Setting Modern Gastronomy into Another Level

    Founded 27 years ago in 1999 in Ipoh, Maria’s SteakCafe began as a humble dream shared by a couple, Maria and her late husband, Phillip. What started from their home kitchen soon grew into a cosy restaurant in Ipoh, serving freshly baked pastries, pies, quiches, cakes, and a variety of Western dishes, including steaks. When Maria’s opened its first Klang Valley outlet in Damansara Perdana in 2007, something remarkable happened. Customers travelled from far and wide just to enjoy their steaks. The overwhelming response made one thing clear; steaks were not just another item on the menu, they were the star. From that moment on, Maria’s SteakCafe sharpened its focus…