HEARD @ IFEX PHILIPPINES

In its first two days, IFEX Philippines — which opened on May 16th — welcomed notable local personalities from the industry as well as international visitors and guests. Here are some of their quotes:

“The big difference this year is that we opened IFEX Philippines as a fully international event. We invited international exhibitors and we invited top retail giants to source at our event.” – Gregory L. Domingo, Secretary of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry 

“In less than a decade, IFEX Philippines has become the most comprehensive and most distinguished food show in the Philippines. The constant innovations and features of IFEX Philippines with the participation of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) makes this event all the more attractive to buyers and visitors alike. I also commend the Culinary Craft Spots feature that champions traditional Filipino delicacies through live demonstrations.” - Proceso J. Alcala, Secretary of the Philippine Department of Agriculture 

“I think this IFEX Philippines is really a wonderful place to showcase our products. I’m so pleased to see that people are flocking in this early and to see active buying happening is a very good sign.”  - Ponciano C. Manalo Jr., Undersecretary of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry 

“I would like to thank the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) for helping Negros Occidental be part of the International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines 2013 and for steering us into becoming a global player. ” - Governor Alfredo Maranon Jr. of Negros Occidental, IFEX Philippines’ Partner Province

“I’m most interested in Filipino food and I’m very impressed and quite amazed in its quality. It’s really in touch with what’s modern now. I have also seen natural and organic products that will be very popular to international buyers.” – Chef Violet Oon, Singapore’s Food Ambassador

“This year’s IFEX Philippines is very interesting. I had a very quick look and it seems to be bigger compared to when I was here two years ago. I like IFEX because it’s very intimate and friendly. Trade fairs in Europe are very big and impersonal but here, it is very friendly and colorful.” - David Smith of SmithMed, Norway

“IFEX is absolutely fantastic. We came here looking for new products and we are probably going to leave with 15 new product lines.” - Michael Gillis of Castle Glenn Enterprises, Australia

“We are currently introducing new products from Barrio Fiesta and MoonDish to the international market and we believe that IFEX Philippines is the perfect venue.” - Anna Yuzon of Barrio Fiesta, Philippines

Explore delectable food finds at IFEX Philippines 2013! Asia’s Ethnic Food and Ingredients Show runs until 19 May 2013 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Philippines.

Manila FAME features three global trends for October

 

In its upcoming show in October, Manila FAME will be unveiling Style Spots, a setting that will explore three macro trends: 

 

ECO-SUSTAINABILITY is about sustainable materials, natural or man-made, used for products that are made through environmentally sound manufacturing

 

HYPERLOCALISM is about heritage — both local and global or “glocal” — spotlighting the interpersonal connections within a community

 

BEING IN CONNECTION is about bringing different generations together through color, texture, shape and branding.

Eco-Sustainability, Hyperlocalism and Being In Connection are the Macro Trends featured in the Manila FAME Style Spots

“The Style Spots will incorporate products from several designers, craftsmen, and exhibitors using cross-merchandised presentations of color, texture, material and form,” says Manila FAME project director James Booth.

The Style Spots will be curated by Ito Kish and feature the work of leading and emerging designers: Olivia d’ Aboville, Robert Alejandro, Amina Aranaz, Jinggoy Buensuceso, Iñigo Elizalde, Daniel Latorre-Cruz, Milo Naval, Val Padilla, Stanley Ruiz, Wataru Sakuma, Vito Selma and Rey Soliven.

See Philippine products designed globally, produced locally. Don’t miss Manila FAME on 17 – 20 October 2012 at the SMX Convention Center, Metro Manila.

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Philippine Craftsmanship Defined at Manila FAME’s Craft Spots
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Manila FAME Unveils New Highlight: Design Houses

 

This article is also found at FAME Speak: The Official Blog of Manila FAME

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