Gestione alberghiera

🍷 Gérard Bertrand, a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture, has expanded his family's small business into the leading wine-producing entity in Southern France, now owning 17 properties across the region's most esteemed terroirs. Today, the company cultivates 850 hectares biodynamically, ranging from high-altitude vineyards near the Pyrenees to the volcanic soils of Terrasses du Larzac and Mediterranean coasts. Clos d’Ora, a premium red from La Livienière, blends Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Carignan from a single 9-hectare vineyard. Villa Soleilla, an Orange wine by Bertrand, received a 97/100 rating from Drink Business at the Global Orange Wine Masters 2024. Bertrand’s wines are imported and distributed in Italy by Ghilardi Selezioni of Bergamo.

🍲 Chef Daniele Arzilli of Ristorante Granace at Park Hotel Marinetta in Marina di Bibbona introduces a festive dish "Il Crudo: Tartare di Chianina e Maremmana e sashimi marinato di Scottona" that combines Tuscan tradition and innovation. Ingredients for two include 100g each of Chianina, Maremmana, and girello di manzo beef, plus olives taggiasche and more. The dish showcases ethical, high-quality Tuscan meats and is part of the hotel's culinary offerings, alongside three other restaurants and a wellness spa. Park Hotel Marinetta offers diverse accommodations and is steps away from the Etruscan Coast.

🍸 Zest is the colorful outer layer of citrus peel, rich in essential oils, used to enhance the aroma and balance flavors in cocktails. It differs from the peel by excluding the bitter white pith. Lemon and orange zests are classic cocktail garnishes, while mandarin zest, despite its distinct sweet aroma and limited seasonal availability, adds unique notes to creative drinks. Zest preparation requires fresh, pesticide-free fruit, careful peeling to avoid the pith, and should be used immediately to preserve the aroma. Mandarins, with their thinner peel and smaller size, are less commonly used than lemons and oranges. Classic drinks like Gin Tonic, Horse's Neck, and Champagne Cocktail feature lemon zest, while Negroni, Old Fashioned, and Boulevardier commonly incorporate orange zest.

🍸 Mercanti di Spirits, a national food & beverage distributor, presents four signature cocktails for Christmas created by exceptional bartenders. Daniele Gravagna offers "Home," a spiced aromatic drink; Pasquale Gazzillo designs the "Negroni Rəvolution," with spiced flavors; Fabrizio Scudieri introduces "My Spritz PP," a lively, fruity cocktail; and Mattia Cipriani concocts "NocheBuena," versatile for desserts or cold nights. Ingredients include Bitter Borbone, Corricella Gin, agave distillate, Peach Liqueur, and Ron Relicario Superior.

📣 Chekin, a check-in and booking management platform, helps accommodation managers create personalized experiences for guests. It offers digital check-in, automated identity verification, efficient reservation management, and simplifies guest communication. Accommodation owners can use Chekin to save 87% of their time and increase earnings per booking. A 14-day free trial is available without requiring a credit card. The platform integrates easily with existing business practices.

🍞 YouGov surveyed over 2,000 Italians from November 14-15, 2024, on restaurant chain preferences. Top chains visited in the past 6 months include McDonald’s and Burger King. Regulars, 20% of those surveyed, dine weekly; 50% under 45 years old. Women favor La Piadineria and Poke House over men. Choice factors: variety (34%), value (28%), innovation (25%), and cost savings (25%). McDonald’s wins for value; La Piadineria for health; Old Wild West for quality. For full details, visit: https://platform.yougov.com/dining-report-2024.

🍕 Napoli was crowned the best city for food worldwide according to the TasteAtlas ranking, which relies on verified user reviews to celebrate local traditional cuisine. Iconic dishes like the UNESCO-recognized pizza napoletana led the city to top place, alongside pasta alla genovese and desserts like sfogliatella and babà. TasteAtlas, an encyclopedia of global flavors, has cataloged over 10,000 foods and drinks, aiming to preserve and promote culinary heritage.

🍴 Rinomato Ristorante di Fiumincio cerca Cameriere commis di sala per contratto a tempo determinato con prospettive di assunzione. Il candidato ideale deve avere esperienza, offrendo servizio clienti di qualità e attenzione alla pulizia. Orari: 10:00-16:00/18:00-24:00 (3 giorni spezzati/settimana) o 10:00-17:00/17:00-24:00, 5 giorni/settimana. Stipendio: €1.300-€1.500 netti/mese. Possibilità di orari alternativi e crescita professionale. Aperto ad entrambi i sessi (leggi 903/77 e 125/91).

💸 Aidit Federturismo's survey on a nationally representative sample of member agencies analyzing 2024/25 holiday sales shows a moderate satisfaction, with a 50% satisfaction rating at or above 6/10. Key findings: 44.2% find the market lackluster, only 10.3% rate it good or excellent. Influencing factors: product cost increase, especially intermediary packages (73.3%), with agencies using 26.6% direct organization for cheaper client solutions. Price (59%), destination (18%), and services (13%) are top client choice factors. Long-haul trips dominate at 41%, followed by medium-haul (23%) and European capitals (19%). Top destinations: U.S. (over 60%), Tanzania-Zanzibar, Maldives, Thailand, Egypt (nearly 80%), Canary Islands, UAE. Mediterranean cruises are most sold (70%), with USA/Caribbean and UAE cruises totaling 53%. Bookings peaked in September (34%) and October (27%) with over 100-day anticipation, last-minute bookings at 11%. Agencies relied on tour operators (84%), bed banks, and low-cost flights (over 40%), especially in the South. Christmas sales account for up to 10% of total revenue for 40% of agencies and up to 20% for another 20%.

🍴 Luna Basaia and Cinzia Regano founded Casa&Bottega, a cherished spot with a focus on quality ingredients and collaborations, located in the historic heart of Rome on via dei Coronari. The venue is known for its excellent coffee, breakfasts, lunch breaks, and aperitifs, accommodating around twenty indoor seats, plus a few outside. Parisi, a supplier and consultant, enhances the menu with iconic dishes and a monthly themed dinner. Casa&Bottega's menu includes salads, soups, tartares, homemade pancakes, cheese and charcuterie boards, tapas, and signature cocktails like Spritz Lolì. Loretta Fanella's patented "Sù!" tiramisu, a unique chocolate wafer creation, is also served here. The establishment aims to expand its Sù! brand from Rome across Italy. Since 2010, Casa&Bottega has upgraded its coffee offerings to Lavazza 1985 Coffee Designers' specialty selections. Located at Via dei Coronari, 183, 00186 Rome, it operates daily from 8 AM to 9 PM, except Wednesdays, serving breakfast until noon, lunch until 5 PM, and aperitifs thereafter.