professionals

• Marco Zancolò has been CEO of Franke Coffee Systems, a global leader in professional coffee preparation solutions, since 2019, recognized for his strategic vision and commitment to innovation. Under his leadership, Franke Coffee Systems has consolidated its position...

• Chef Liviu Preda is one of the leading figures of Romanian gastronomy, a master of taste who has transformed Brașov into a prestigious culinary destination. With a career marked by passion, innovation and deep respect for local ingredients,...

• The DR-23 state aid scheme, with a budget of almost 165 million euros, represents a major opportunity for the revitalization and modernization of the milling and bakery sector in Romania. Launched following the sustained efforts of the Romanian Employers'...

• Georgian Tufă is an emblematic figure in the Romanian confectionery landscape, a Pastry Chef who masterfully combines passion, precision and creativity to bring exceptional desserts to life. Originally from Bucharest, Georgian chose Brașov as his home...

• Alex Petricean is one of the most influential and appreciated chefs in Romania, recognized for his contribution to redefining Romanian cuisine through his modern and creative vision. A finalist on MasterChef Romania, where he came in third place, Alex...

• Alina Lungu, the economist turned exceptional chocolatier, is the artist behind Luado pralines, an artisan brand that has redefined the standards of Romanian chocolate. Specialized at the Callebaut® Chocolate Academy and recognized in 2022 as the "Best Pastry Chef/Chocolatier" in Romania...

• The Italian company CEPI, a leader in the design and manufacture of storage, transport and dosing systems for raw materials for the milling and baking industry, marked a significant milestone in its history: 40 years of existence. The event was...

• Grupo Bimbo, one of the global leaders in the bakery industry, has set itself an ambitious goal: to facilitate access to healthier diets for as many people as possible, emphasizing whole grains and plant-based ingredients. In order to...

• The bakery sector plays a key role in the Romanian economy, and access to non-reimbursable funds can make the difference between stagnation and sustainable development. The PNS DR23 program, with an allocation of 150 million euros, is dedicated to the development and modernization of the sector...

• Robert Eisler, the heart and mind behind the brand "Robert's Oven", is a passionate confectioner who turned a hobby into a successful business. With an unconventional story, Robert made the transition from the IT field to the dessert universe,...

• Alka Group, a well-known name in the Romanian food industry, started from the production of snacks and coffee and ended up building a network of cafes that is gradually conquering cities across the country. With a history...

• Riccardo Magni is an Italian Pastry Chef with over two decades of experience in the confectionery industry. He began his career working alongside his father, Paolo, combining laboratory work with a solid professional training, which included...

• As at the beginning of every year, Arta Albă sends you a brief analysis of the milling and baking sector provided by Mr. Aurel Popescu, president of ROMPAN. He was kind enough to answer a few questions...

• In an industry where aesthetics and technique go hand in hand, Mario Romani has established himself as a true airbrush artist, redefining the boundaries of this craft. Since I had the pleasure of talking to Mario Romani...