The German Archive of Culinary Arts, founded in 2022 at Saxony's State Library in Dresden, is dedicating its first exhibition to "sweet art". It tells the cultural history of confectionery and desserts, which, according to the curators, are more than just a treat. They reflect social developments, artistic trends and scientific findings. Until mid-January 2026, the show offers a journey from 1800 to the present day.
Exhibits from the archive's collection tell the story of key ingredients such as sugar and cocoa, the culinary and aesthetic development of sweet creations and the world of flavors. They bear witness to the beginnings of confectionery, from the history of form and craftsmanship to industrial production in domestic manufacturing. And sweet indulgence is also examined from a scientific perspective - from pudding to caramel.
