"If you want to implement modern event catering, you need a partner like B.PRO."

Torres Da Silva: Mr Kohler and I got to know each other eight years ago at an event organised by the food service industry network meet & work . He presented food serving furniture from B.PRO there. I was blown away! I immediately saw that the

modules not only looked good, but were also really well thought out. I've been a fan ever since! (Laughs) After an invitation to the showroom, I ordered the first elements for my workplace at the time and have been repeatedly impressed ever since – also by the professional collaboration with Mr Kohler. We get on really well.

Martin Kohler: The fact that we both come from the food service industry certainly contributed to that. Before joining the B.PRO Group, I worked as a chef. For both myself and Mr Torres da Silva, making sure our guests are completely satisfied is a matter close to our hearts. We speak the same language.

Kohler: Mr Torres da Silva is a bundle of different temperaments (laughs). He wants top results – and that is infectious. Anyone who approaches a project with such passion inevitably motivates others. You're happy to go the extra mile.

Torres da Silva: For me, catering is about more than just food – it's the art of perfectly combining enjoyment and hospitality. For me, catering is an overall experience. It's not just about the food, but about hospitality and atmosphere. That's why I wanted modules that were functional and aesthetic at the same time. On the one hand, I needed reliable modules with maximum flexibility in order to be able to cater for the different numbers of guests and catering situations that are commonplace in trade fair catering. On the other hand, I wanted an elegant, uniform look. For example, having two plate warmers integrated into plain elements was particularly important to me. Mr Kohler was delighted! (laughs)

Kohler: Yes, this was definitely not a standard product! Such customised products naturally involve development costs. Management sometimes asks more detailed questions (laughs). There are built-in plate dispensers, of course – but these are designed more for permanently installed buffets. We had already implemented this product for Mr Torres da Silva. All the better that it has once again proved its worth. I am glad that we have a team at B.PRO that makes such wishes possible.

Kohler: Definitely! The serving line in this design now has a consistently clear and high-quality appearance – almost sculptural. The combination of stainless steel, lighting and the colour traffic grey B gives the whole setup a modern, timeless look. Entirely to Mr Torres da Silva's taste and in keeping with the design of Schwabenlandhalle.

Kohler: The mobile food serving line in the Schwabenlandhalle consists of three cold and three hot modules as well as two plain buffets. All furniture is mobile thanks to double castors. And the units are all ready for immediate use: Unpack, connect to a standard household 230-volt connection and get started. This fits in perfectly with the changing requirements at Schwabenlandhalle, whether a conference with buffet, workshop catering or a coffee break in the foyer. Incidentally, this versatility is not only an advantage at trade fairs, but also in hotels or company catering.

Kohler: Yes. We are more familiar with food serving systems from the canteen or cafeteria. In traditional trade fair catering, it used to be standard practice to set up tables and equip them with chafing dishes. However, this means a lot of effort, as you need tablecloths, skirting and staff to fill the dishes. This solution is not mobile either. The B.PRO food serving line, on the other hand, makes work much easier and increases efficiency.

Torres da Silva: Exactly. We cater for up to 750 guests with our three buffet lines – and with a small core team. It is also incredibly fast to convert. And we save a lot of time when cleaning.

Kohler: It takes a good six months from idea to finished installation. Following the invitation to tender, the order was placed in November and delivery took place in January. And no external planning office was required.

Torres da Silva: It has been positive all round. Our regular guests in particular notice the difference. For me, there is no doubt: If you want to realise a project like this, you need a partner like B.PRO.