Expertise Across Borders
International Engagement
International engagement lies at the heart of Pastry Saimaa. It encompasses visits from foreign educators, student and staff exchange programs, and active connections with leading pastry professionals around the globe. Through these networks, new ideas, trends, and innovations emerge, enriching the local food culture.
International Objectives
International collaboration opens doors to working with top experts and organizations worldwide. Pastry Saimaa’s aim is to introduce a wide range of influences from different countries’ pastry traditions and techniques to South Karelia and throughout Finland.
Regularly held international trainings, workshops, and events enhance professionals’ language skills and cultural awareness, broadening their expertise and creating new career opportunities. Embracing a global perspective also brings new tourism potential to the region, as both domestic and international visitors discover Saimaa’s inviting and easily accessible pastry culture.