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🍴 "Osteria di Brera" in Milan, part of the Restworld circuit, seeks 1 Chef de Partie with a minimum of 3 years of experience and proficient in seafood cuisine. Offering a permanent contract with a full-time commitment of 6 days a week (with a 5-day option), operating hours are 10:30-14:30 and 18:30-22:30. Salary ranges from €1,800-€2,100 net per month plus 13th and 14th-month bonuses. The job is open to all candidates regardless of gender, in compliance with laws 903/77 and 125/91.

💸 President Donald Trump announced on April 2, 2025, a new set of tariffs to shake the global economy, targeting international trade imbalances and protecting U.S. manufacturing and workers. A 10% base tariff on all U.S. imports starts on April 5, while a harsher 20% tariff on European Union exports applies from April 9, severely impacting Italy and the EU's economies. The Italian agri-food sector, pivotal in U.S. exports including wine, olive oil, cheese, pasta, preserves, and sweets, faces a significant challenge as these tariffs could lead to reduced demand and exports, affecting the market share and revenue of Italian food & beverage companies. The U.S. is one of the main markets for Italian excellence, with potential substantial turnover reductions due to higher consumer costs. Key figures express serious concerns about the impact on competitiveness and call for political and diplomatic actions to mitigate the effects. U.S. consumers may face fewer choices and higher prices, while Italy and Europe risk production and employment crises. The trade policy has been critiqued for potentially slowing U.S. growth and escalating trade wars.

🍰 During the XXXIII Technical Symposium of the Accademia Maestri Pasticceri Italiani (AMPI) from March 31 to April 2, 2025, Sal De Riso was reconfirmed as president for another four years. ALMA hosted the event, and four new councilors were welcomed: Luigi Biasetto, Emmanuele Forcone, Armando Palmieri, and Carmen Vecchione. The academy now boasts 59 master pastry chefs, including new member Luca Montersino, known for promoting healthy pastry options and his television appearances. AMPI, founded in June 1993, aims to enhance the quality and tradition of Italian pastries.