Giuridico e Amministrativo

☕ The International Coffee Tasting 2024's session for capsules and pods took place on October 1-2 at Nestlé Coffee Academy in Assago (MI). The event, organized by the International Institute of Coffee Tasters (IIAC), had Carlo Odello as president. Over 120,000 tasting units were analyzed using statistical tools. The next session, focusing on coffee beans, is scheduled for November 5-7 at the Factory Food Designers in Rozzano (MI). 📆📍🏅💡

🍴 FIPE - Confcommercio, in partnership with ANBC–FIPE and Le Soste, participated in the G7 Industry and Technological Innovation Ministerial Meeting chaired by Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso, on the previous day. The event showcased Italian gastronomy to G7 ministers and delegates. Italy's catering sector boasts over 331,000 businesses, adding €54 billion in value and employing 1.4 million workers. Lino Enrico Stoppani of FIPE highlighted the sector's role in promoting Italian excellence and culture internationally.

💱 Pasta Armando emphasizes its bronze-die pasta technique in a new ad featuring Chef Alessandro Borghese, brand ambassador for over seven years. The ad campaign, which began airing on September 22, will intensify on October 13 across TV networks, YouTube, and Meta platforms. De Matteis Agroalimentare SpA, founded in 1993 and with over 300 employees, exports to more than 50 countries and reported a 2023 turnover of €223 million, 80% from international markets. Its Flumeri (AV) and Giano dell’Umbria (PG) production facilities have an annual capacity of over 190,000 tonnes.

📌 Roberto Perocchio, Presidente of Assomarinas, responded to Vicepresidente of Altagamma Giovanna Vitelli's statements about the Croatian ACI marina model on October 10, 2024, in Rome. He emphasizes the clash with Italy's free market system, where regions are responsible for coastal planning, mentioning tens of thousands of berths under development or completion. Perocchio highlights ongoing projects backed by investors including D-Marin and IGY, as well as various Italian groups.

🍕 At Blu Ristorante in Torregaveta, with a 4th-generation restaurateur family legacy, Antonio Schiano Lomoriello oversees a culinary tradition dating back to post-WWII. The restaurant evolved from "Addè Figliole" to "Al pontile" in the 70s, to "Villa Aragonese" in the early 90s, and, after a hiatus, reopened in 2021 as Blu. Featuring local seafood, chefs Alessio Aversano and Antonio Scotto prioritize quality and seasonality. With 60 seats indoors and outdoors, sommelier Fabio Gallotti curates a regional wine list. Open Monday-Saturday for lunch and dinner, and Sundays for lunch only.

🍸 Tequila market surpassed €10 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach €16.5 billion by 2032, growing at an annual rate of 5.9%. North America holds over 60% of the market. Mezcal grew 22.7% from 2018 to 2023. Los Siete Misterios, founded in 2010 by Eduardo and Julio Mestre, entered Velier's catalog in September 2024. They support local microeconomies and work with mezcaleros for sustainable practices. Los Siete Misterios was voted the trendiest mezcal of 2024 by Drinks International.

🍽 The Italian Senate received a bill aimed at officially recognizing over 3,400 food and beverage distribution companies in the Horeca channel. Antonio Portaccio, President of Italgrob (the Italian Horeca Distributors Federation), stated that the bill marks a new era for the sector, acknowledging its economic and cultural significance. The bill proposes an official list of Horeca distributors, a biennial review, and a monitoring committee within the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy.

🍔 Centro Carni Company, based in Tombolo (PD) with over 40 years of experience, expands its offering with an American-inspired smash burger. Targeting the foodservice channel, this frozen, gluten-free burger consists of 93% ground beef, salt, pepper, and a few other ingredients. Originating in Central America, its popularity soared when a historic fast-food chain adopted the cooking method in 1921. Centro Carni Company ensures high-quality standards and continuous monitoring of raw materials for their new smash burger product, meeting the demands of consumers seeking flavorful and fun gastronomic experiences, as stated by Marketing Director Raffaele Pilotto. 🍔

🥂 At the Gran Galà della Grappa on Monday, October 7, at Antica Bottega del Vino in Verona, 60 guests enjoyed grappa pairings throughout a meal. Hosted by master distiller Roberto Castagner, the event showcased Grappa Prosecco Ice, Fuoriclasse Leon Amarone, and a 23-year-old Riserva. Spirits like whisky and tequila already have established food pairings abroad. Samuele Ambrosi notes that 15-20% of bartenders now use grappa in cocktails.

🥂 Spirits&Colori, Emilia-based company, won three awards at Showrum's 10th edition on October 6-7, 2024, in Bologna. Recognized for Worthy Park Rum-Bar White Overproof, Labourdonnaise Original, and Zafra 21 Anni, the company aims to increase its medal count next year. Worthy Park Rum, from a distillery founded in 1670, has a 67% alcohol content. Labourdonnaise, from Mauritius since 1774, and Zafra 21 Anni, reflect Panama's distilling artistry by Francisco Fernandez.