The Women's Leadership
Champagne-poached pear with mascarpone, pistachio & edible flowers
Advancing equity within the exhibition ownership class
The Story
The Women's Leadership Conference at SISO is not a sidebar — it is a statement. In an industry historically dominated by male founders and operators, this gathering amplifies the voices of women who are reshaping exhibition ownership, strategy, and culture. From CEOs of billion-dollar portfolios to emerging leaders building the next generation of trade shows, the Women's Leadership Conference insists that the future of the exhibition industry will be built by everyone. This elegant champagne-poached pear, finished with mascarpone and pistachios, celebrates that vision with grace and authority.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe pears
- 1 cup champagne
- Mascarpone cheese
- Crushed pistachios
- Edible flowers
- Vanilla bean
- Honey
Preparation
- 1.Poach halved pears in champagne, vanilla, and honey until tender.
- 2.Cool, then slice each half into elegant portions.
- 3.Pipe a rosette of mascarpone onto each slice.
- 4.Top with crushed pistachios and edible flowers.
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