About us
Founded in 2004 and operating both in Italy and abroad, Laurenzi Consulting is an Italian consultancy firm that combines a tradition of quality with state-of-the-art methodologies and a spirit of innovation, to bring to life sustainable and long-lasting business opportunities by creating restaurant formats.
Thanks to a comprehensive and expert team with up-to-date knowledge on sector innovations, Laurenzi Consulting provides its clients with high level skills and performance and the necessary know-how to face the most complex business challenges.
Team
DARIO LAURENZI
Founder and CEO
EDOARDO PAISSAN
COO
CARLO DE PAOLIS
Responsable of Sales Area
MICHELE CUNIAL
Project Manager
Rome 2004 - present
EDUCATION
Course in Biological Sciences | Sapienza University, Rome
EXPERIENCE
Teaches Restaurant Management | 2004 - present at:
Città del Gusto del Gambero Rosso | Rome and Naples
IED | Cagliari
Luiss Business School | Rome
HIMA | Rome, Milan
IULM | Milan
Coquis | Rome
General Manager at ‘Gusto restaurant | Rome, 1998 - 2004
Manager at Il Simposio| Rome, 1992 - 1998
Manager at Enoteca Costantini| Rome, 1986 - 1992
Città del Gusto del Gambero Rosso | Rome and Naples
IED | Cagliari
Luiss Business School | Rome
HIMA | Rome, Milan
IULM | Milan
Coquis | Rome
General Manager at ‘Gusto restaurant | Rome, 1998 - 2004
Manager at Il Simposio| Rome, 1992 - 1998
Manager at Enoteca Costantini| Rome, 1986 - 1992
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw salt-crusted
Which ingredient are you?
Egg
A city that reflects you?
London
A food venue?
London’s Borough Market
Rome 2011 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Economics and Business | Università La Sapienza, Rome
EXPERIENCE
F&B Manager at Relais Le Jardin Spa | Rome, 2008 - 2011
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Which cooking technique represents you?
Spit-roast
Which ingredient are you?
Cotechino
A city that reflects you?
Hong Kong
A food venue?
Tapas Bar
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Full-time Master in Food & Beverage Management | SDA Bocconi, Milan
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
EXPERIENCE
Research & Development for Chef Express F&B area | Castelvetro di Modena, 2018
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Low-temperature
Which ingredient are you?
Eggplant
A city that reflects you?
PariS
A food venue?
Costiera Amalfitana
Milan 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Creative Design | Scuola Italiana Design, Padova, 2014 - 2015
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
EXPERIENCE
Food Brand Manager at Monzurò S.r.l. | Milan, 2015 - 2017
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Which cooking technique represents you?
Braised
Which ingredient are you?
Pizza dough
A city that reflects you?
Milan
A food venue?
Trattoria
BEATRICE LOPEZ
Project Manager and Project Supervisor Italy
GIACOMO MARIA GIRONI
Staff Trainer
Rome 2012 - present
EDUCATION
First Level Masters in Communication and Food and Beverage Journalism at Gambero Rosso | Rome, 2011 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
EXPERIENCE
Waitress, front-of-house manager and bar-lady | Rome, 2005 - 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Charred
Which ingredient are you?
Onion
A city that reflects you?
Borbona
A food venue?
My grandparents’ vegetable garden
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Degree Course in History, Science and Technology of Music and Entertainment | Tor Vergata, Rome
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
EXPERIENCE
Trainer at ACTL for Restaurant "Tavola" HCMC | MR - Mens Ristorazione, Vietnam 2019
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw
Which ingredient are you? Animelle
Sweetbread
A city that reflects you?
Beaune
A food venue?
A three Michelin stars in Burgundy
ANDREA BERTINI
Head of food area
FEDERICO MANZONE
Mixology Consultant
VALENTINA PELIZZETTI
Architect
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Advanced Course in Italian Cuisine at ALMA, Colorno-Parma | 2013 - 2015
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Cooking internship as chef de partie at Johannes Stube* | Nova Levante (Bolzano), 2012 - 2013
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Poached
Which ingredient are you?
Truffle
A city that reflects you?
Bangkok
A food venue?
Dakar market
2015 - present
EXPERIENCE
Barman at:
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Hops
A city that reflects you?
Ustica
A food venue?
La Boqueria in Barcelona
Milan, 2017 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Architecture | Politecnico di Torino
EXPERIENCE
Several collaborations at important communication agencies in Turin and Milan
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Fresh pasta
A city that reflects you?
A city by the sea
A food venue?
Home
MARIATERESA FASANO
Head of Administration and management control
GIORGIA MEIARINI
Assistant Manager
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Licensed Public Accountant | Rome, 2018
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Internship at numerous accounting firms | Rome and province of Rome, 2014 - 2016
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Au gratin
Which ingredient are you?
Gragnano Pasta
A city that reflects you?
Formentera
A food venue?
Cocktail bar
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Interior Architecture and Design| Prima Facoltà di Architettura La Sapienza "Ludovico Quaroni", Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
EXPERIENCE
Internships at numerous architecture firms | Rome 2010-2011
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Barbecued
Which ingredient are you?
Ginger
A city that reflects you?
Rome
A food venue?
Home kitchen
MARIATERESA FASANO
Head of Administration and management control
GIORGIA MEIARINI
Assistant Manager
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Licensed Public Accountant | Rome, 2018
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Internship at numerous accounting firms | Rome and province of Rome, 2014 - 2016
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Au gratin
Which ingredient are you?
Gragnano Pasta
A city that reflects you?
Formentera
A food venue?
Cocktail bar
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Interior Architecture and Design| Prima Facoltà di Architettura La Sapienza "Ludovico Quaroni", Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
EXPERIENCE
Internships at numerous architecture firms | Rome 2010-2011
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Barbecued
Which ingredient are you?
Ginger
A city that reflects you?
Rome
A food venue?
Home kitchen
CHIARA ROMANZO
Social Media Manager
VALENTINA MANNINO
Communication and Web Marketing Manager
Rome 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Master's degree in Web Marketing, Digital Communication and Graphic Design | Sida Management Academy | Rome, 2017
Master's Degree in Marketing and Communication | LUMSA - Libera Università Maria Santissima Assunta | Rome, 2015
Master's Degree in Marketing and Communication | LUMSA - Libera Università Maria Santissima Assunta | Rome, 2015
EXPERIENCE
Social Media Manager per Gamax Srl | Rome, 2018
Stage in Selezione ed Employer Branding per BPI - Business Partner Italia, BNP Paribas | Rome, 2017-2018
Digital Specialist per Formax Srl | Rome, 2017
Sales e Marketing Executive per Splendor Parthenopes (Euclide Srl) | Rome, 2016
Stage in Brand Identity per INAREA Identity and Design Network | Rome, 2015-2016
Stage in Selezione ed Employer Branding per BPI - Business Partner Italia, BNP Paribas | Rome, 2017-2018
Digital Specialist per Formax Srl | Rome, 2017
Sales e Marketing Executive per Splendor Parthenopes (Euclide Srl) | Rome, 2016
Stage in Brand Identity per INAREA Identity and Design Network | Rome, 2015-2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw
Which ingredient are you?
Nutmeg
A city that reflects you?
Milan
A food venue?
San Miguel Market
Rome, 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Diploma at "ASTRE" University High School | Roma Tre University, 2015
Master's degree in "Information, Publishing and Journalism" | University Roma Tre, 2015
Bachelor's degree in "Literature, Writing, Publishing and Journalism" | La Sapienza University of Rome, 2012
Master's degree in "Information, Publishing and Journalism" | University Roma Tre, 2015
Bachelor's degree in "Literature, Writing, Publishing and Journalism" | La Sapienza University of Rome, 2012
EXPERIENCE
Digital Strategist and Social Media Manager in Geb Software | Rome, 2017 - 2018
Digital Strategist in Federmanager Roma | Rome, 2016 - 2017
Head of Communication and Press Office for Roma Tre Orchestra | Rome, 2015 - 2017
Digital Strategist in Federmanager Roma | Rome, 2016 - 2017
Head of Communication and Press Office for Roma Tre Orchestra | Rome, 2015 - 2017
What kind of cooking are you?
Stir-fry cooking
Which ingredient are you?
Salt
A city that reflects you?
Palermo
A place of food?
My mother's hands
VALENTINA PELIZZETTI
Architect
ELISABETTA MATTIUCCI
Architect
MARZIA GRILLO
Architect
Milan, 2017 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Architecture | Politecnico di Torino
EXPERIENCE
Several collaborations at important communication agencies in Turin and Milan
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Fresh pasta
A city that reflects you?
A city by the sea
A food venue?
Home
Rome 2014 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2003
EXPERIENCE
Internship at various architecture firms in Venice, Rome and Barcelona | 2003-2013
Freelance activity | 2008-present
Freelance activity | 2008-present
Which cooking technique represents you?
Crunchy
Which ingredient are you?
Curry
A city that reflects you?
Venice
A food venue?
Boqueria Market in Barcelona
Rome 2017 - present
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Architecture at l'Università degli Studi "Mediterranea" | Reggio Calabria, 2007
Certified Architect | Reggio Calabria, 2008
Certified Architect | Reggio Calabria, 2008
EXPERIENCE
Collaborated with architecture firm | Rome, 2009 - 2011
Collaborated with decorating firm | Rome, 2011 - 2013
Freelance activity in renovations and interior design works, and home-staging work at several real-estate agencies | Rome, 2013 - 2017
Collaborated with decorating firm | Rome, 2011 - 2013
Freelance activity in renovations and interior design works, and home-staging work at several real-estate agencies | Rome, 2013 - 2017
Which cooking technique represents you?
Al dente
Which ingredient are you?
Hot pepper
A city that reflects you?
Barcelona
A food venue?
Italy
ALESSIO FACCHINI
Art Director
Rome 2011 - present
EDUCATION
Self-taught
EXPERIENCE
Co-founder and graphic designer at Repubblica Gastronomica |Rome, 2011 – 2017
Co-founder and graphic designer at Deft Design Group | 2004 – 2010
Co-founder and member of the cultural association GIGA, Gruppo Italiano Giovani Artisti | 2002 - 2018
Co-founder and graphic designer at Deft Design Group | 2004 – 2010
Co-founder and member of the cultural association GIGA, Gruppo Italiano Giovani Artisti | 2002 - 2018
GIAMPAOLO BERTINI
Beverage Consultant and Staff Trainer
ROBERTA VIRGILIO
Chef
ANDREA BERTINI
Head of food area
FEDERICO MANZONE
Mixology Consultant
Rome, 2015 - present
EXPERIENCE
Manager at Ted Lobster&Burger | Rome, 2016
Development and Start up Gruppo Guerrini | Roma, 2014 - 2015
Manager at Porto Fluviale | Rome, 2012-2014
Enoteca Guerrini | Rome, 2011 - 2012
Manager at Open Baladin | Rome, 2010-2011
Start up, Manager and management at Vinovip | Rome 2005 - 2010
Enoteca Vanni | Lucca 2003-2005
Bar Manager | Londra 2001-2003
Development and Start up Gruppo Guerrini | Roma, 2014 - 2015
Manager at Porto Fluviale | Rome, 2012-2014
Enoteca Guerrini | Rome, 2011 - 2012
Manager at Open Baladin | Rome, 2010-2011
Start up, Manager and management at Vinovip | Rome 2005 - 2010
Enoteca Vanni | Lucca 2003-2005
Bar Manager | Londra 2001-2003
Which cooking technique represents you?
Underdone
Which ingredient are you?
Pepper
A city that reflects you?
Rome
A food venue?
My granny’s cooking pot
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Professional Cookery Course “Professione Chef” at CdG Roma Gambero Rosso | Rome, 2012
First Level Masters “Management of Water Resources in Developing Countries” | University of Milano Bicocca, 2005-2006
Masters in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering | Politecnico di Milano 1998-2004
First Level Masters “Management of Water Resources in Developing Countries” | University of Milano Bicocca, 2005-2006
Masters in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering | Politecnico di Milano 1998-2004
EXPERIENCE
Chef and Manager at La Ciambella Restaurant | Rome, 2013 - 2015
Commis chef at Pascucci al Porticciolo* Restaurant | Fiumicino, 2013
Cooking internship as chef de partie at Metamorfosi* Restaurant | Rome, 2012
Manager of the International Branch of the NGO “Gruppo di Volontariato Civile” | Angola, Lebanon, Bosnia-Herzegovina, et al., 2005 - 2011
Environmental engineer at a waste disposal plant design company | Milan, 2006 - 2007
Commis chef at Pascucci al Porticciolo* Restaurant | Fiumicino, 2013
Cooking internship as chef de partie at Metamorfosi* Restaurant | Rome, 2012
Manager of the International Branch of the NGO “Gruppo di Volontariato Civile” | Angola, Lebanon, Bosnia-Herzegovina, et al., 2005 - 2011
Environmental engineer at a waste disposal plant design company | Milan, 2006 - 2007
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw
Which ingredient are you?
Red mullet
A city that reflects you?
The world
A food venue?
Souk in Damascus
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Advanced Course in Italian Cuisine at ALMA, Colorno-Parma | 2013 - 2015
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Cooking internship as chef de partie at Johannes Stube* | Nova Levante (Bolzano), 2012 - 2013
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Poached
Which ingredient are you?
Truffle
A city that reflects you?
Bangkok
A food venue?
Dakar market
2015 - present
EXPERIENCE
Barman at:
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Hops
A city that reflects you?
Ustica
A food venue?
La Boqueria in Barcelona
EDOARDO PAISSAN
COO
BEATRICE LOPEZ
Project Manager and Project Supervisor Italy
MICHELE CUNIAL
Project Manager
MARTINA MONACO
Project Manager
Rome 2011 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Economics and Business | Università La Sapienza, Rome
EXPERIENCE
F&B Manager at Relais Le Jardin Spa | Rome, 2008 - 2011
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Which cooking technique represents you?
Spit-roast
Which ingredient are you?
Cotechino
A city that reflects you?
Hong Kong
A food venue?
Tapas Bar
Rome 2012 - present
EDUCATION
First Level Masters in Communication and Food and Beverage Journalism at Gambero Rosso | Rome, 2011 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
EXPERIENCE
Waitress, front-of-house manager and bar-lady | Rome, 2005 - 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Charred
Which ingredient are you?
Onion
A city that reflects you?
Borbona
A food venue?
My grandparents’ vegetable garden
Milan 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Creative Design | Scuola Italiana Design, Padova, 2014 - 2015
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
EXPERIENCE
Food Brand Manager at Monzurò S.r.l. | Milan, 2015 - 2017
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Which cooking technique represents you?
Braised
Which ingredient are you?
Pizza dough
A city that reflects you?
Milan
A food venue?
Trattoria
Rome 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Agricultural and Food Economics | Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Cremona, 2014 - 2016
Bachelor in Gastronomic Science | University of Parma, 2010 - 2013
Bachelor in Gastronomic Science | University of Parma, 2010 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Food consultant at Slow Food Beirut | 2013 - 2014
Private Chef at the Uruguayan Embassy in Lebanon | 2013 - 2014
Marketing Manager at Startupbootcamp FoodTech, accelerator of startups innovating the food industry | 2017 – 2018
Private Chef at the Uruguayan Embassy in Lebanon | 2013 - 2014
Marketing Manager at Startupbootcamp FoodTech, accelerator of startups innovating the food industry | 2017 – 2018
Which cooking technique represents you?
Oven-baked
Which ingredient are you?
Sourdough
A city that reflects you?
Beirut
A food venue?
The local bakery
GIACOMO MARIA GIRONI
Staff Trainer
CARLO DE PAOLIS
Responsable of Sales Area
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Degree Course in History, Science and Technology of Music and Entertainment | Tor Vergata, Rome
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
EXPERIENCE
Trainer at ACTL for Restaurant "Tavola" HCMC | MR - Mens Ristorazione, Vietnam 2019
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw
Which ingredient are you? Animelle
Sweetbread
A city that reflects you?
Beaune
A food venue?
A three Michelin stars in Burgundy
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Full-time Master in Food & Beverage Management | SDA Bocconi, Milan
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
EXPERIENCE
Research & Development for Chef Express F&B area | Castelvetro di Modena, 2018
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Low-temperature
Which ingredient are you?
Eggplant
A city that reflects you?
PariS
A food venue?
Costiera Amalfitana
CAMILLA CAROTENUTO
Projet Manager Assistant
Rome, 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Master's Degree in Food&Wine Business | Luiss Business School, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Communication | RomaTre University, 2015-2018
Course to start the profession of pastry chef - at "A tavola con lo Chef" | Rome, 2014
Basic course of tasting and approach to wine - at the Wine Academy | Rome, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Communication | RomaTre University, 2015-2018
Course to start the profession of pastry chef - at "A tavola con lo Chef" | Rome, 2014
Basic course of tasting and approach to wine - at the Wine Academy | Rome, 2018
What kind of cooking are you?
Frying
Which ingredient are you?
Egg
A city that reflects you?
Paris
A place of food?
Mercado de Pescados di Minorca
DARIO LAURENZI
Founder and CEO
EDOARDO PAISSAN
COO
Rome 2004 - present
EDUCATION
Course in Biological Sciences | Sapienza University, Rome
EXPERIENCE
Teaches Restaurant Management | 2004 - present at:
Città del Gusto del Gambero Rosso | Rome and Naples
IED | Cagliari
Luiss Business School | Rome
HIMA | Rome, Milan
IULM | Milan
Coquis | Rome
General Manager at ‘Gusto restaurant | Rome, 1998 - 2004
Manager at Il Simposio| Rome, 1992 - 1998
Manager at Enoteca Costantini| Rome, 1986 - 1992
Città del Gusto del Gambero Rosso | Rome and Naples
IED | Cagliari
Luiss Business School | Rome
HIMA | Rome, Milan
IULM | Milan
Coquis | Rome
General Manager at ‘Gusto restaurant | Rome, 1998 - 2004
Manager at Il Simposio| Rome, 1992 - 1998
Manager at Enoteca Costantini| Rome, 1986 - 1992
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw salt-crusted
Which ingredient are you?
Egg
A city that reflects you?
London
A food venue?
London’s Borough Market
Rome 2011 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Economics and Business | Università La Sapienza, Rome
EXPERIENCE
F&B Manager at Relais Le Jardin Spa | Rome, 2008 - 2011
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Deputy Manager at El Bulli Hotel & Resort | Costa Brava, Spain 2005 - 2008
General Manager of artisanal ice-cream parlor chain “La Gelateria Italiana” | Ukraine, 2007
Which cooking technique represents you?
Spit-roast
Which ingredient are you?
Cotechino
A city that reflects you?
Hong Kong
A food venue?
Tapas Bar
CARLO DE PAOLIS
Responsable of Sales Area
MICHELE CUNIAL
Project Manager
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Full-time Master in Food & Beverage Management | SDA Bocconi, Milan
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
Degree in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management | Institut Paul Bocuse, Lion
EXPERIENCE
Research & Development for Chef Express F&B area | Castelvetro di Modena, 2018
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Consultant for new marketing strategies for Burger King Italia | Milan, 2017
Kitchen Commis / Demi-Chef de partie at Hexagone* and Histoire** by Mathieu Pacaud | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Astrance*** | Paris, 2016
Kitchen Commis at l'Hostellerie de Plaisance* | Saint-Emilion, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Low-temperature
Which ingredient are you?
Eggplant
A city that reflects you?
PariS
A food venue?
Costiera Amalfitana
Milan 2018 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Creative Design | Scuola Italiana Design, Padova, 2014 - 2015
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
Bachelor in Architecture | Università IUAV di Venezia, 2010 - 2014
EXPERIENCE
Food Brand Manager at Monzurò S.r.l. | Milan, 2015 - 2017
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Assistant Restaurant Manager at Corallo restaurant | Copenhagen, 2016
Kitchen assistant at Trattoria da Rosso | Cavaso del Tomba, Treviso, 2005 - 2015
Which cooking technique represents you?
Braised
Which ingredient are you?
Pizza dough
A city that reflects you?
Milan
A food venue?
Trattoria
BEATRICE LOPEZ
Project Manager and Project Supervisor Italy
GIACOMO MARIA GIRONI
Staff Trainer
Rome 2012 - present
EDUCATION
First Level Masters in Communication and Food and Beverage Journalism at Gambero Rosso | Rome, 2011 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
Masters in Psychology of Communication and Marketing | Sapienza University, Rome, 2009 - 2012
EXPERIENCE
Waitress, front-of-house manager and bar-lady | Rome, 2005 - 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Charred
Which ingredient are you?
Onion
A city that reflects you?
Borbona
A food venue?
My grandparents’ vegetable garden
Rome 2019 - present
EDUCATION
Degree Course in History, Science and Technology of Music and Entertainment | Tor Vergata, Rome
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
Degree Course in Philosophy | Villa Mirafiori, La Sapienza Rome
Master Course in Birraio at AIS | Rome, 2010
Master Course in Barista for Portioli | Rome, 2009
Diploma as Barman / barchef / barmanager c/o FBS School | Rome, 2008
2 Utet Diplomas in Restaurant Manager and Event Manager | Rome, 2006
Professional Diploma as Sommelier at AIS | Rome, 2002
EXPERIENCE
Trainer at ACTL for Restaurant "Tavola" HCMC | MR - Mens Ristorazione, Vietnam 2019
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
F&B Manager at Trapizzino srl | Roma 2018 - 2019
Trainer and consultant on banqueting, catering mgmt and mass catering| Università Cattolica, Milan 2018
Director at Al Mercato Srl| Milan, 2013 - 2017
Director at Associazione Noi di Sala | Milan, 2016
Start-up for Autogrill Spa / start-up Motta / training Bistrot | 2016
Director at Gervasini Srl (Pirelli Group) | Milan, 2012 - 2013
Director at L'altro ballerino Srl / Maitre for Giuda ballerino* / Event Manager for L’altro ballerino / director/ partner for Lievito Madre) | Rome, 2007 - 2011
Sommelier at Wine Not - Spanish Wine Shop and Restaurant | Dublin, 2006 - 2007
Director at restaurant 'Gusto 28 | Rome 2005 - 2006
Cellarman for 'Gusto Group | Roma 1999 - 2003
Which cooking technique represents you?
Raw
Which ingredient are you? Animelle
Sweetbread
A city that reflects you?
Beaune
A food venue?
A three Michelin stars in Burgundy
ANDREA BERTINI
Head of food area
FEDERICO MANZONE
Mixology Consultant
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Advanced Course in Italian Cuisine at ALMA, Colorno-Parma | 2013 - 2015
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
Bachelor in Business Economics and General Management | University of Pisa 2011 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Cooking internship as chef de partie at Johannes Stube* | Nova Levante (Bolzano), 2012 - 2013
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Commis chef at Pura Vida | Sitges, Barcelona,| 2011
Which cooking technique represents you?
Poached
Which ingredient are you?
Truffle
A city that reflects you?
Bangkok
A food venue?
Dakar market
2015 - present
EXPERIENCE
Barman at:
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Friends | 2002 - 2004
45 Giri | 2005 - 2006
Acquanegra | 2006 - 2007
Numerous barman positions in London
Shilling | Ostia, summer season 2008
Contestaccio | 2007 - 2010
Pierluigi | 2010
Bar Manager at Sorpasso | 2011- present
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Hops
A city that reflects you?
Ustica
A food venue?
La Boqueria in Barcelona
VALENTINA PELIZZETTI
Architect
Milan, 2017 - present
EDUCATION
Masters in Architecture | Politecnico di Torino
EXPERIENCE
Several collaborations at important communication agencies in Turin and Milan
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Communication agency Testa Web – Armando Testa | Turin
Event and Training Program Manager at Eataly Torino | Turin, 2006 - 2012
Design and creation of the Le Papille restaurant | Turin, 2013 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Fried
Which ingredient are you?
Fresh pasta
A city that reflects you?
A city by the sea
A food venue?
Home
MARIATERESA FASANO
Head of Administration and management control
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Licensed Public Accountant | Rome, 2018
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
Masters in Economics and Management | Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata”, 2010 - 2013
EXPERIENCE
Internship at numerous accounting firms | Rome and province of Rome, 2014 - 2016
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Stage as Audit & Assurance Assistant at Ernst & Young | Rome, 2014
Which cooking technique represents you?
Au gratin
Which ingredient are you?
Gragnano Pasta
A city that reflects you?
Formentera
A food venue?
Cocktail bar
GIORGIA MEIARINI
Assistant Manager
Rome 2015 - present
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Interior Architecture and Design| Prima Facoltà di Architettura La Sapienza "Ludovico Quaroni", Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
Masters in Fashion Visual Merchandising | Accademia del Lusso, Rome
EXPERIENCE
Internships at numerous architecture firms | Rome 2010-2011
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Visual Merchandiser at Ikea Italia Srl | 2011 - 2012
Pastry chef and cake designer at various well-known Roman bakeries | Rome, 2012 - 2016
Which cooking technique represents you?
Barbecued
Which ingredient are you?
Ginger
A city that reflects you?
Rome
A food venue?
Home kitchen
Who we serve
ENTREPRENEURS AND FREELANCERS
interested in undertaking new enterprises
MAJOR OPERATORS IN THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY
interested in creating new formats, auditing procedures and restyling interventions in existing formats
MALLS, TRAVEL AREAS AND ENTERTAINMENT SPACES
for new catering areas and food services
HOSPITALITY SECTOR
to optimize or expand hospitality services with F&B activities
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