Step into a world where sugar becomes art and cakes defy gravity! The 26th Bakery China, held from May 21–24 at Shanghai’s National Exhibition and Convention Center, dazzled visitors with edible masterpieces that blurred the line between dessert and design. Think life-sized cartoon characters sculpted from fondant, handbags crafted entirely from cake, and futuristic pastry tech—all under one roof. 🍰🎨
Over 2,200 brands from nearly 30 countries and regions turned the venue into a Willy Wonka-esque playground. From French macaron maestros to Japanese wagashi innovators, the event showcased how global flavors are reshaping Asia’s booming bakery scene. Pro tip: The 'sugar art' workshops were *the* place to learn how to turn frosting into viral Instagram gold. 📸
One young pastry chef from Seoul told us: 'This isn’t just about baking—it’s about telling stories through buttercream.' With China’s dessert market projected to sweeten by 8% annually, events like this are where food trends get their first sprinkle of magic. 🧁💡
