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31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
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The Artisanal Bakehouse

Demonstration Stage

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  • 31 August - 3 September 2026
  • The Artisanal Bakehouse, Show Floor

Elevating the craft of bakery and patisserie​

Designed for professionals working at the cutting edge of bakery and patisserie, the Artisanal Bakehouse Stage brings practical learning, technique-driven demos, and real-world insights from leading pastry chefs, chocolatiers and bakers.

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Mon Aug 31
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

The Art of Lamination | Crafted with Flechard Butter | Chef Paul

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join Chef Paul Kennedy as he explores the craft of exceptional laminated pastries and the impact of premium ingredients on quality and performance. Learn why FLECHARD butter is trusted by professionals and how ingredient selection can elevate bakery offerings. Ideal for bakers, pastry chefs, and food industry professionals seeking expert insights.
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Paul Kennedy
Creative Ingredients
Brand Ambassador
Mon Aug 31
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Decadence in Every Layer | Capfruit Strawberry Purée | Chef Wei Loon Tan

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join World Pastry Champion Chef Wei Loon Tan as he demonstrates the versatility of Capfruit Strawberry Purée in an elegant dessert creation. Discover how premium fruit ingredients deliver authentic flavour, vibrant colour, and consistency while elevating modern desserts. Ideal for pastry chefs, dessert professionals, and foodservice operators seeking inspiration.
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Wei Loon Tan
Creative Ingredients
World Pastry Champion Representing Capfruit
Mon Aug 31
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Trending Gelato Made Easy in Bravo Trittico | Kulfi Cream & Blondie Brownie | Chef Karthik & Andrea

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
This live demonstration explores how current gelato trends can be efficiently translated into commercial production using the Bravo Trittico system. Led by Chef Karthik alongside Andrea from Bravo, the session features the MEC3 2026 Novelties Kulfi Cream and Blondie Brownie, demonstrating how innovative gelato concepts can be produced efficiently while maintaining consistency, structure, and flavour integrity at scale.
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Andrea Zoso
Creative Ingredients
Bravo Sales Manager
Karthik Swaminathan
Creative Ingredients
Mec3 Brand Ambassador
Mon Aug 31
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Enhancing Bakery Performance with IREKS | Chef Daria

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This presentation explores how functional ingredients can enhance bakery performance by improving consistency, process control, and product reliability. Learn how ingredient solutions such as IREKS improvers help manage variability, support dough performance, and improve repeatability without compromising craftsmanship. Ideal for bakers seeking greater efficiency, consistency, and product quality.
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Daria Nechiporenko
Creative Ingredients
Bakery Sales Manager
Tue Sep 1
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Sourdough Perfected | IREKS Sourdough | Chef Daria

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Using IREKS Wheat Sour, RUCKDESCHEL'S RMS, and Spelt Sour, this session combines live demonstrations, aroma comparisons, and tastings to showcase their impact on dough behaviour and bread quality. Learn the science behind sourdough, fermentation, drying methods, and improver systems in practical, bakery-friendly terms.
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Daria Nechiporenko
Creative Ingredients
Bakery Sales Manager
Tue Sep 1
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Enrobed Snacks on the Go | Powered by Bravo | Chef Paul & Andrea

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join Chef Paul Kennedy and Andrea from Bravo as they explore the growing demand for portable chocolate snacks and innovative enrobing applications. Featuring the Bravo K24, this demonstration showcases efficient, consistent production techniques that deliver quality results at scale. Ideal for chocolatiers seeking inspiration in modern snack and chocolate manufacturing.
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Paul Kennedy
Creative Ingredients
Brand Ambassador
Andrea Zoso
Creative Ingredients
Bravo Sales Manager
Tue Sep 1
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Elevating Berry Applications in Patisserie | Capfruit Raspberry & Blueberry | Chef Wei Loon Tan

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Join World Pastry Champion Chef Wei Loon Tan as he showcases the versatility of Capfruit Raspberry and Blueberry Purées in an elegant dessert creation. Discover how premium berry ingredients deliver vibrant colour, refined flavour, and consistency while elevating modern patisserie. Ideal for pastry chefs, bakers, chocolatiers, and dessert professionals.
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Wei Loon Tan
Creative Ingredients
World Pastry Champion Representing Capfruit
Wed Sep 2
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Fast-Tracking Pastry Production Made Easy with Bravo Trittico | Custards, Curds & Jams | Chef Paul Kennedy & Andrea

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join Chef Paul Kennedy and Andrea from Bravo as they demonstrate how the Bravo Trittico can streamline the production of custards, curds, jams, and other pastry components. Discover how centralised preparation improves efficiency, consistency, and workflow while maintaining professional quality. Ideal for pastry chefs, bakers, and food manufacturers.
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Paul Kennedy
Creative Ingredients
Brand Ambassador
Andrea Zoso
Creative Ingredients
Bravo Sales Manager
Wed Sep 2
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Australian Gelato Cup Winners Announcement

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join us for the Australian Gelato Cup Awards Ceremony, celebrating excellence in craftsmanship, innovation, and technical achievement across Australia’s gelato industry. Honour the competition’s top performers and witness the announcement of the champion who will represent Australia at the Sherbeth Festival in Italy.
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Vilim Podreka
Creative Ingredients
Owner
Wed Sep 2
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Building Flavour with Malts | IREKS Malts | Chef Daria

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
This live demonstration explores the role of malt systems in modern bakery applications, focusing on flavour development, fermentation support, and product differentiation using IREKS malts. Led by Chef Daria, the session demonstrates how malt ingredients can be used to build depth of flavour and improve performance across a range of baked goods.
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Daria Nechiporenko
Creative Ingredients
Bakery Sales Manager
Thu Sep 3
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

New Gelato Flavours Unlocked | MEC3 Prestige & Fast 500 | Chef Karthik

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Join Chef Karthik for a live gelato demonstration exploring MEC3 Prestige and Fast 500 systems. Discover how innovative ingredient solutions support contemporary flavour development, efficiency, and consistency in production. Learn practical techniques for trend-led recipes, flavour balance, and texture creation. Ideal for gelato makers, pastry chefs, and food manufacturers.
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Karthik Swaminathan
Creative Ingredients
Mec3 Brand Ambassador
Thu Sep 3
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Australian Gelato Cup Winners Interview | The Winning Gelato Recipe

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join the Australian Gelato Cup winners for an engaging Q&A exploring their award-winning recipes and competition journey. Hear insights on inspiration, ingredient selection, technical execution, and creativity, plus preparation for representing Australia at the Sherbeth Festival in Italy. Ideal for gelato makers, pastry chefs, students, and industry professionals.
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Vilim Podreka
Creative Ingredients
Owner

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