Food Hotel Asia 2006 - A Dream Come True

I know most of you don't even have the least understanding about what Food Hotel Asia (FHA for short), and wouldn't be interested. But it's a dream come true for me. Why? Simple. I belong to this industry, my passion is right here. So, being not only able to attend but also earn money while enjoying myself, was a double blessing for me. I get paid for coming for something that I love, and get to network with the people of the industry - what more can I ask for?

Today was a great day, I managed to more than double the sales I did for yesterday. Being a biennial event, FHA attracts not only local visitors but also visitors from overseas. Exhibitors are from all over the world, and it's great talking to everyone because we get a little understanding about where they're from and what they do. And because it is only open to businessmen of the trade, normal people who would like to come for this event and not of this industry would have to fork a hefty SGD80, how crazy is that?! And it's such a huge event that it's taken all 6 Halls in the Singapore Expo.

So why am I so glad? I don't have to pay SGD80, but instead get paid for working and having a ball of a time. Literally. It's been such a joy seeing my ex-collegues and juniors from SHATEC, and even many of the Training Officers from my school. The best people I've met are the couple who co-manage Buko Nero, which I blogged about a few months back. The husband and wife were there and I couldn't help but rush up to them for a firm handshake; these 2 are great people.

Here are some other photos I took while on the way to work.

On the bus 38

Yes, I've been passing by your houses every morning Ben, Ken, and EQ. I always stray at the thought of dropping off and going over to your homes. Lolx.

Hall 1, Registration, FoodAsia

Hall 3, Wine&SpiritsAsia

The layout plan for Halls 2 and 3

Isn't it great to be working for something that you love so much. Isaac keeps telling me to find my passion, it didn't have to be cooking or baking. But after these 2 days, and the next 2 that are to come, I realise I really do love what I do. I love seeing the smile on the faces of those I cherish, and a simple 'thank you' really makes me realise it's all worthwhile. I'll invite you guys for another dinner soon ok?

And I've also known new collegues who are a great bunch. We have our lunches together, and we get along real well. There's Sherry, Nicholas, Chee Ming, Sity, and my partner, Varsha. I've got all their contacts, so hopefully we'll still keep in contact even after the event.

I've got to go to bed now, it's getting late. And I wake up at 7 am in the morning. Tomorrow's going to be another challenging day, and I know I'm going to be all pumped up! You guys have a great day too ok?

God Bless!