Giuridico e Amministrativo

📹 At Sigep 2025, Fabio Russo interviewed Andrea Bresciani, Vice Director of Liberty Ukraine, an Italian company operating successfully in Ukraine for 25 years. Founded by Bresciani's father, the company produces high-tech coffee machines and high-quality Italian coffee, available in beans and single-serve formats. Despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Liberty Ukraine is increasing its turnover and offers a full range of machines for vending, OCS, and Horeca at European markets like Sigep. For Horeca, the company offers two types of machines – for powders and for both powders and fresh milk – with remote management via telemetry. They showcased a customizable workstation with coffee machine and accessories at the fair.

🍴 "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.

🔐 Italy's Ministry of the Interior recognized non-physical 'de visu' checks. A November police circular had made self check-in illegal, sparking protests. Security reasons cited for the ban in light of the Jubilee 2025. Meeting on March 20 with industry players (including Airbnb, Booking, Expedia) to discuss a solution. New guidelines expected before Easter, allowing remote identification. Self check-in offers flexibility for guests, convenience for hosts, and enhanced security with digital tracking, conforming to international standards. Traditional 'de visu' verification isn't inherently safer, with digital tools offering more precise fraud prevention through OTP codes and biometric data.

🍷 The Brunello di Montalcino Consortium, after events in Paris and Düsseldorf, will attend Vinitaly in Verona from April 6-9, representing 106 companies, including 61 with their own stands, in an over 800 sqm area. OperaWine on April 5 features 11 Brunello labels selected by Wine Spectator. Key events include "Brunello ten-year challenge" on April 6, "Red Montalcino" on April 7, and the unveiling of Montalcino's new viticultural map on April 8. The consortium has 219 members, covering 4,400 hectares, including over 2,000 hectares of Brunello since 1997.

💎 Red Bull launched a new sugarfree beverage variant, Red Bull Pink Edition Sugarfree, featuring berry flavors and verbena herbal notes. Available in 250 ml cans, it's distributed via bars, large retailers, and travel retail with 80 mg of caffeine per can, equivalent to an espresso. Globally, Red Bull is present in over 175 countries and saw a 4.4% increase to 12.6 billion cans consumed in 2024. The new product targets consumers seeking sugarfree options without sacrificing taste or function. More information can be found on redbull.it.

🍷 Cadis 1898, a prominent winery from Verona, showcased new products at Vinitaly 2025, aiming to enhance their distinct identity and highlight local excellence. Located in pavilion 4, stand F4, Cadis reinforced their brand with two main lines: the accessible "CADIS" for large-scale distribution and the premium "Cantina di Illasi" for exclusive consumers. Maximilian I introduced "Lessini Durello Charmat" and "Monti Lessini Metodo Classico" as Prosecco alternatives. Rocca Sveva expanded into Horeca with Custoza and Lugana wines, while Equipe 5 added a Rosé and a limited edition inspired by the 1960s.

🏠 Renting out a property on Airbnb in tourist-rich Italy can be lucrative. Starting involves creating an Airbnb account, posting a listing with property type, exact location, number of bedrooms, beds, bathrooms, and guest capacity. An effective ad requires high-quality photos, a compelling description with nearby attractions and amenities, and clear house rules. Pricing should be competitive and consider seasonal and special events. Legal requirements include registering the property, collecting and reporting tourist taxes, guest information, and for businesses, issuing electronic invoices through SDI, which Chekin can streamline. Chekin helps automate check-in, guest registration, tax collection, and invoicing. A 14-day free trial is offered for their services.

🏨 Luton Airport approved by the UK Government to increase capacity to 32 million passengers annually by 2043, up from the current 19 million. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander highlighted the expansion's economic benefits, including new jobs. Following Luton becoming Jet2.com and Jet2holidays' 13th UK base, the airport expects to generate an additional £1.5 billion annually and create up to 11,000 new jobs.