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Fifth Expo Gastronomía finishes in Caracas
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May 12, 2013
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Caracas, Venezuela  --  The fifth edition of the Expo Gastronomía food
event finished its run yesterday in Caracas at the Plaza Francia in
Altamira. It was the first time the event was held at this particular
location. Starting on Thursday, it was the first edition of the event to
be held in 2013, and was organized by Carlos Garcia and Yolanda Martin.

In its fifth version, the exhibition organizers estimated to receive
between 10,000 and 13,000 people to the event, which had nine pavilions
representing eight countries around the world. The exhibitors were
divided into four categories: typical food of the country they
represent, handicrafts, gastronomy (comprised of cooking books and
products, and ), and hotel businesses and tourism.

The event was sponsored by Coca-Cola, La Granja, Oroweat, G2000 Events,
CGYM Group, and the Chacao Mayor's Office. In addition, the food company
Cosecha San José participated as one of the exhibitors. According to
organizers, the sixth edition of the event is planned for later this
year.

The festival first took place on April 2011, with a attendance of around
3,000 people. On that occasion, eight countries participated in the
event.

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== Sources == 

== External links ==
* [http://expogastronomia.com.ve/ Expo Gastronomía Venezuela]



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