Iced coffee is growing fast. The real challenge is consistency

Cold coffee beverages are becoming a more permanent part of the offer across HoReCa environments, from hotel breakfast and lobby service to restaurants, cafés, bars, terraces, catering and self-service settings. For operators, the opportunity is clear – but so is the challenge: delivering consistent taste, attractive presentation and efficient preparation without adding complexity during busy...

More flexibility and efficiency for commercial refrigeration

SAIP designs and manufactures turnkey systems, both automatic and semi-automatic, for commercial refrigeration, positioning itself as an international partner in the development of customized solutions. Its systems are engineered to ensure flexibility, speed and precision, optimizing production cycles even in highly variable environments. A key element is the design of foaming plugs, available in dedicated...

N-AND: enhancing machines, extending value

Founded ten years ago, N-and is an innovation driven company operating at the intersection of hardware, software and user experience design. With an international presence and a strong focus on embedded technologies, the company develops solutions that bring digital intelligence directly to machines. N-and acts as a technology partner for both OEM manufacturers and operators...

Consistent coffee across the hotel

Coffee has become one of the most visible indicators of quality in hospitality. Guests encounter it several times during their stay — at breakfast, between meetings or in the lobby — and expectations increasingly reflect the standards set by specialty cafés. When quality varies between these moments, the inconsistency is quickly noticed and can undermine...

U5: Shaping the future of sustainable professional refrigeration

In the evolving landscape of professional refrigeration, 2026 marks a defining milestone for Ucinque (U5). Labeled as the “Year of Sustainability,” this period signals the launch of a strategic Sustainability Reporting journey, guided by a clear principle: “High-performance, safe, and sustainable refrigeration”. A Strategic Commitment to ESG U5 has fully integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance...

Sud Forni at Host Milano: where innovation meets tradition

Sud Forni returns to Host Milano with the same passion that drives our work every day: the belief that innovation must have a heart — the heart of the artisan — and that heat, before being energy, is a human gesture. From October 17 to 21, 2025, the international exhibition dedicated to food service and...

iF DESIGN AWARD 2026: Franke’s New A Line Honored in Product Design

Performance-driven design for professional coffee excellence The New A Line by Franke Coffee Systems has been awarded the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 in the Product Design discipline, recognizing its performance-driven design and the ability to deliver consistently premium in-cup quality in professional coffee environments. Presented by the independent iF Design Foundation in Germany, the...

MAINHO, innovation and vision in the professional kitchen equipment sector

Recognized as a solid reference in the hospitality equipment market, MAINHO continues to stand out for its blend of technology, expertise, and its ability to interpret the real needs of Horeca professionals. The company is entering a dynamic phase marked by new product launches and a more structured international expansion.  What are the most significant...

Tomatto: Italian Craftsmanship and Professional Performance in Every Tool

For more than sixty years, Tomatto has been shaping the everyday work of kitchens through a blend of Italian craftsmanship, industrial precision and constant innovation. Founded in 1963 in the heart of Italy, the company has grown from a family-run workshop into a modern manufacturer whose products support chefs and professionals around the world. What has never changed is the commitment to authenticity: every...

High-performance ventilation for the horeca sector

Elektrovent Srl is an Italian company specializing in professional ventilation, with over twenty years of experience in designing efficient and reliable air-handling solutions. In the HORECA sector, where operational continuity and safety are essential, the company offers products specifically developed to meet the needs of modern kitchens. Among these, the CHEF BOX stands out as one of the...