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🍴 The Quellenhof See Lodge, a 5-star resort, opened in 2022 by the Dorfer family in Val Passiria, features the Underwater Restaurant with only four tables and a seating capacity of 10-12 people. Julian Marth, born in 2000, is the new Executive Chef, who blends local products with Mediterranean influences. The resort is an adults-only luxury spa hideaway, offering a unique experience amid alpine comfort and tropical ambiance. The tasting menu, created in collaboration with nearby producers, includes an eight-course meal highlighting local flavors fused with international elements, such as the iconic Salmerino della Val Passiria fish. Sommelier and Chef de Rang Elias Plunger enhances the dining experience with an exclusive selection of white wines from Alto Adige, served using the Coravin system.

📈 Valentina Picca Bianchi reelected as President of the Women Entrepreneurs Group of FIPE. In Italy, 28.9% of restaurant businesses are run by women, with 33.1% in bars. Under her leadership, 30% of women-led businesses have adopted sustainable practices and 25% have started digitalization. For the next term, a 50% digitalization goal is set, along with increasing sustainable business practices by 20% over five years. FIPE's Women's Group aims to bridge the gender gap in society and the industry.

🍕 "CONFINE - PIZZA E CANTINA", a gastronomic pizzeria in Milan's Colonne area, is looking for 1 Assistant Cook with at least 2 years of kitchen experience. Offering a fixed-term contract as a trial period with the aim of long-term employment. Full-time work with shifts from 4 pm to midnight, one rotating day off. Salary: €1600-€1800 net per month, plus 13th salary.

🍨 Quirino Cipollone appointed as CEO of Froneri Italy and member of the Global Management Board. With a 30-year career at Unilever, he brings extensive FMCG experience, leading Froneri's Italian companies and production sites in Ferentino and Terni. He succeeds Luca Regano, now Global Chief Marketing Officer. Cipollone previously managed business in Nordic countries and Southern Europe. Froneri, formed in 2016 from a Nestlé and R&R joint venture, is the world's second-largest packaged ice cream producer, operating in 25 countries with around 13,500 employees.

🍹 Diageo, a global spirits industry leader, announces a strategic reorganization of its Italian commercial team aiming to boost market share growth and optimize business performance. Roberta Fontana, appointed as Commercial Director in February, will now oversee the newly strengthened team featuring internally promoted talents. Andrea Vicenzo, Head of On Trade Italy, will lead the wholesaler and Cash & Carry commercial team, focusing on premium brands and innovation. Marco Gravili, now Head of Reserve Italy, is tasked with enhancing the presence of Diageo's Reserve brands across all channels, promoting premium products. Paolo Tedeschi, the new Head of Off-Trade Italy, will focus on premiumizing the Spirits category in this channel, ensuring profitable customer growth.

🖤 Etile Carpenè, a prominent figure in the wine industry and the fourth generation of Italy's oldest sparkling wine house, passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 80 in Conegliano. He was lauded for his dedication to Prosecco and the land, and for spearheading the family business, Carpenè-Malvolti, into global prominence. Etile, who held degrees from the University of Ferrara and specialized in Enology from Bordeaux, also served as President of the Istituto Metodo Classico and held positions in Federvini and the Prosecco Consortium. His daughter, Rosanna Carpenè, now leads the family business. A memorial service is scheduled for October 26 at the Chiesa Parrocchiale dei Santi Martino e Rosa in Conegliano.

🚀 Alexander Vervoort is the new Commercial Director for Italy and the East Mediterranean area at Air France-KLM. Air France-KLM operated direct flights from 15 Italian airports to Paris Charles-De-Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol, totaling over 14,000 frequencies. Vervoort highlighted Italy's importance and his anticipation to collaborate with local partners. Upcoming winter season will see new destinations including Salvador de Bahia, Manila, Malé, and Portland, alongside service quality innovations with new travel cabins and aircrafts. By year-end, Air France will introduce a new luxury first class.

🍴 Mucca Pazza Ristofamily in Rome is hiring a skilled and passionate Waiter with at least 1 year of experience. Full-time commitment with shifts six days a week, from 17:00 to 24:00 or 16:30 to 24:00, is required. The role includes greeting guests, table setting, cleanliness monitoring, and service using handheld devices. Offers a net monthly salary between €1,200 and €1,500 with the prospect of a permanent contract and career advancement.

🚢 Luigi Stefanelli, Associate Vice President of Costa Crociere for Southern Europe, aims to reassure travel agencies of close distribution ties at TTG Travel Experience. TTG Italia’s podcast "Gente di Viaggi" featuring Remo Vangelista discusses the cruise company's challenges and future plans. By 2025, Stefanelli is tasked with introducing market innovations and products to stay competitive.

🎭 Organized by Grande Cucina magazine, the Grande Cucina Talent Prize 2024, in its third edition, will take place on October 21st at 11:00 AM at Teatro Menotti in Milan. The event, directed by Federico Lorefice, aims to highlight emerging talents in Italian cuisine, under 30 years old, who have not yet been recognized by major guides. It features a jury of renowned chefs and journalists, with finalists competing in four categories: Cooking, Restaurant Pastry, Dining Room and Sommelier, and Mixed Drink. Special awards include 'Chef oltre la tradizione' and 'Chef creativo'.