Italians rocking the UK hospitality scene
It’s not the same old story about successful Italians abroad. It’s the story of “Italianness” seen as an unfair competitive advantage Italians have when breaking through the hospitality industry abroad.
Giuseppe Stigliano, entrepreneurial manager with 20 years of international experience in Marketing and Communication, interviews some of the most successful Italians in the UK, covering different fields in the hospitality world: from food to drinks to entrepreneurs.
Episode 10 : Marco Guarino – the pioneering founder of Marcus Kitchen & Bar
‘Be different from the others’ is the recipe for success according to top restaurateur Marco Guarino. He started off washing dishes and now own’s one of London’s top 10 Italian restaurants.
19 May 2023
Episode 9 : Simone Sapienza - The king of (dirty) bagels
With just £700 and a dream, Simone Sapienza shares his story of how he created a cult favourite amongst foodies... The Dirty Bagel! Combining the bread roll with pulled pork, he is a street food icon. The thing is, he's just getting started...
12 May 2023
Episode 8 : Danilo Cortellini - From the Italian Embassy to the social world!
Humble and fresh like the ingredients he uses to cook. Danilo Cortellini, head chef at the Italian Embassy in London for 10 years, is not only an international chef…he’s a social media star!
5 May 2023
Episode 7 : Beatrice Bessi - How to become a successful Italian sommelier in the UK
Confidence and empowerment through wine knowledge. Beatrice Bessi, Head Sommelier at Chiltern Firehouse in London, tells her journey from bartending to wines… and how being a female sommelier influenced the unfair competitive advantage.
28 Apr 2023
Episode 6 : Andrea Rasca - Chief Executive Dreamer of Mercato Metropolitano
He dreamed of creating an opportunity for everyone to learn more about the food Italians eat and the way they work in this world. But he also realises the Italian unfair competitive advantage, going beyond its limits… Meet Andrea Rasca: a dreamer, a leader, an innovator.
21 Apr 2023
Episode 5 : Simona Ranieri - Healthy chef in a man’s world
From the naturally Gluten Free Philosophy to her international career: Simona Ranieri conquered the UK with strength and determination - not only to be a successful female chef, but to be the best in her field.
14 Apr 2023
Episode 4 : Francesco Mazzei - The soul of Calabria in London
When it comes to Italians doing business in the UK, Francesco Mazzei is the best example in the hospitality field. From acclaimed chef to successful entrepreneur... what does it take to make people trust you as much as 'Nduja?
7 Apr 2023
Episode 3 : Giorgio & Agostino - The Connaught Bar stars
Italian mixologists? It’s a kind of magic! Connaught Bar’s Giorgio Bargiani and Agostino Perrone are masters of Martinis, smiles and Italian savoir faire. Is that unfair? Discover their secret ingredient for a perfect Italian touch.
31 Mar 2023
Episode 2 : Roberto Costa - The king of meat
Fancy glasses, attention to detail, ambition to be the best in his field…How do you become the king of meat in the UK? Roberto Costa, aka il Macellaio, takes us through a story of success, going beyond meat and Italian dreams.
24 Mar 2023
Episode 1 : Nicolas Vaporidis – From the movies to Taverna Trastevere
Great acting skills and greater love for food. Nicolas Vaporidis: from actor to entrepreneur. A life made of movies and traditional carbonara… From “Notte prima degli Esami” to Taverna Trastevere restaurant in London, here’s a story of Italian pride.
24 Mar 2023
Episode 0 : Domenico Bellantone – Consul General of Italy
What does it take to become Italian Consul General abroad? Domenico Bellantone became Consul General of Italy in London on 23 August 2022. He tells a story that starts from Calabria passing through Rome, Libya, Egypt and now, the UK…
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