Wales to host the world’s biggest culinary event in 2026
Event Industry News
JANUARY 4, 2023
The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation.
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Event Industry News
JANUARY 4, 2023
The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation.
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