What can turn a crusty curmudgeon of an editor into an excitable boy? Well, certainly a visit to the world’s largest confectionery exposition, ISM 2016, which was held in Cologne Jan. 31 – Feb. 3. The 46th annual fair, which drew 38,500 visitors from 146 countries, provided the right environment for such a transformation.
For example, seeing one’s name being etched out by a 3D printer in gummy candy and edible glitter does help turn back the clock.