FAFAI Announces 2023 International Convention and Expo Dates

Aug 15th, 2022

FAFAI Fragrances & Flavours Assoc. of India

The theme of the convention is “Asia: The Global Growth Engine.”

The theme of the convention is “Asia: The Global Growth Engine.”

C/O FAFAI

The Fragrances & Flavours Association of India (FAFAI) will host the Silver Jubilee Edition of the FAFAI International Convention and Expo from February 23-25, 2023.

Related: Perfumer & Flavorist+ Adds Rishabh C. Kothari to Advisory Board

The convention will be held in Kolkata at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan.

The theme of the convention is “Asia: The Global Growth Engine,” and will take a look at how the F&F world has changed since the pandemic, particularly how the Asian industry will continue to grow.

Online registration will open September 1, 2022.

Want to know everything going on in flavor & fragrance? Sign up for P&F+'s newsletter. You can also follow along on Instagram and LinkedIn.

The expo hall is open all three days of the congress, allowing attendees ample time to network, explore and sample the latest ingredients and tech the industry has to offer.

World Perfumery Congress Provides Crystal Ball for Fragrance's Future

See the conference sessions digging into current and upcoming trends and innovations in the industry according to insiders.

The global flavors market was valued at $19.21 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.9% from 2024 to 2030, according to Grand View Research

Run The Tables at Flavorcon 2024

Registration is open for the flavor event of the year!

Paraguay’s Green Gold – The Aromatic Power of Petitgrain Oil

Paraguay’s Green Gold – The Aromatic Power of Petitgrain Oil

Strong, versatile, and gorgeously aromatic, petitgrain tends to be a standout ingredient in any flavor or fragrance composition. The story behind its production and the vital impact it has on local farming communities within Paraguay is similarly incredible.

The winner of each category received a €2,000 prize. In addition to this award, one or more of the best photo series selected by the jury will be published on the dedicated competition website and Instagram.

Mane Announce Winners of Inaugural Photography Competition Capture What Moves

The theme of the competition was capturing the emotions generated by the senses of smell and taste.

British Society of Perfumers' president Julie Dunkley (L) and vice president Denise McLaverty (R) cutting the anniversary cake at the ODS.

British Society of Perfumers Celebrates One Day Symposium's 40th Anniversary

See photos and a recap from the 2024 One Day Symposium hosted by BSP.

We hope you're hungry! Here's what's on the menu at the two-day conference.

What's On The Menu at Flavorcon 2024 in Atlantic City

This year the conference sessions will host more panel discussions so attendees are able to hear from more industry experts on pressing topics in the flavor industry.

This year, R&D president Joanna 'Jo' Clarke will be joined by R&D vice president and master perfumer for the session 'How Disruptive Innovation Elevates the Art and Science of Perfumery.'

Procter & Gamble Shares How Disruptive Innovation Elevates the Art and Science of Perfumery

This year, R&D president Joanna "Jo" Clarke will be joined by R&D vice president and master perfumer for the session "How Disruptive Innovation Elevates the Art and Science of Perfumery."

The Bar A Parfums allowed attendees to choose from a mass selection of fragrances created by Givaudan perfumers.

Givaudan Haute Parfumerie Exhibition Explores Past, Present & Future of Fine Fragrance in NYC

Take a look inside of the temporary exhibition in NYC.

The European Federation of Essential Oils (EFEO) is set to host its 2024 conference on May 30, in Grasse, France.

EFEO Announces Speakers for 2024 Conference to be Held in Grasse

The speakers will address the scientific platform needed to support the 5-year reprieve given by the European Union from the MOC’s to all plant-based materials extract, including essential oils.

Francis Kurkdjian, the perfumer and artistic director behind Maison Francis Kurkdjian.

Francis Kurkdjian Talks Perfumer Recognition, Evolving Industry Demands & Fragrance's Next Frontier

Throughout the interview Kurkdjian touches on adjusting to evolving career demands, perfumers in the spotlight, current trends, recent launches and the upcoming three-day WPC event set for June 24-27 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Romain Raimbault, director of the event, explained in an interview published on the Paris Perfume Week website his intention to “create links between various artistic domains, such as perfume and cinema, fashion, gastronomy, music [..].'

The First Ever Paris Perfume Week Hosts 3,000 Visitors

The four-day event also hosted a lineup of conferences and workshops within the Bastille Design Center in the 11th arrondissement.