(Finance) – One delegation of the Italian Federation of Public Exercises (Fipe) today met the Minister of Agriculture, food sovereignty and forests, Francesco Lollobrigidato discuss strategic themes related to the promotion of Italian catering and Made in Italy in the world. The meeting was attended by President Fipe Nazionale Lino Enrico Stoppani, Vice -President Fipe Sergio Paolantoni, President Fipe Marche Moreno Cedronichef Two Michelin stars, the president of the coordination of authentic Italian restaurants abroad, Roberto Costa, the general manager Fipe Roberto Calugi and the deputy director Luciano Sbraga.
Among the main themes addressed there were the Catering dayan event of national importance, scheduled for May 17, to enhance the sector and raise awareness among institutions and citizens on the importance of Italian catering in the culture and economy of the country; The Bocuse d’Orprestigious international high cuisine competition represents a unique opportunity to promote Italian talents and the quality of our food and wine in which Italy aims to strengthen its presence in the competition; the Italian restaurants abroadthe network of authentic restaurants in the world as a strategic lever for the promotion of Made in Italy and the protection of Italian cuisine from imitations.
At the center of the conversation also the theme of training and young talents, in relation also to the possibility of interaction with the Piano Mattei To develop projects abroad that can offer opportunities for professional growth to young people, while encouraging the creation of jobs in Italy. Finally, the strategies for enhancing Italian iconic products, such as extra virgin olive oil and cheeses, was discussed, using the restaurants network.
The meeting represented a moment of constructive comparison to strengthen the dialogue between institutions and representatives of catering, with the aim of supporting and enhancing the sector in Italy and abroad.
“Italian catering is a strategic asset for our country – he declares Stoppani – both in economic and cultural terms. Our supply chain has the task of transforming the extraordinary qualitative wealth of Italian agri -food productions into market value, helping to spread and enhance Made in Italy in the world. Events such as the restaurant day and the Bocuse d’Or are fundamental occasions to enhance our gastronomic tradition and the talent of our professionals. In addition, the role of Italian restaurants abroad is crucial not only for the promotion of our culinary heritage, but also to combat the phenomenon of Italian sounding. Fipe will continue to collaborate with the institutions to guarantee the recognition and support that the sector deserves, both nationally and internationally “.