With the objective of expanding U.S. cheese usage in the Emirati foodservice sector, USDEC conducted a U.S. Cheese Culinary Conference in Dubai on November 6. The event attracted 59 UAE-based chefs for a full-day of interactive instruction.

Culinary cheese experts from the United States discussed how to capitalize on cheese trends to build restaurants' bottom lines. Demonstrations showed foodservice techniques for a broad spectrum of cheeses, from soft and fresh to hard and aged.

Practical presentations also explored the makeup of a classic cheeseboard, with lessons on choosing, portioning and artfully displaying cheeses. Finally, at an evening gala reception, participants experienced firsthand the culinary magic of cheese and beverage pairings.