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Restaurant Daily News 2 7 Sunday, May 19, 2019 COSTA NOVA Unveils Two Signature Collections for the Hospitality Sector The Portuguese brand of fine stoneware, recognized throughout the retail sector for the quality of its tableware and acces- sories, begins the year 2019 with the aim of increasing its presence in the hospital- ity industry through the introduction of two exclusive collections for this market. Developed in partnership with renowned German designer Carsten Gollnick, NÓTOS is a tableware collec- tion designed exclusively for profession- als in the hospitality sector, inspired by the remarkable color contrasts and struc- tures of the Portuguese Atlantic coast. Textured ceramic forms of pure and flowing lines are combined with metallic structures and organic materials such as cork and wood in a palette of light and dark tones that represent the contrasting colors of the coastal landscape. From this border between the water and the land, the German designer has developed a collection of tableware perfect not only for presenting dishes with this coastal theme, but also for the presentation of gastronomic experiences of various cuisines and cultures. Born in 1966 in Berlin, Carsten Gollnick is a reference of quality, innova- tion and aesthetic improvement in the culture of objects. His professional career is guided by numerous collaborations with companies and brands of excel- lence, museum pieces and a list with more than 80 awards and distinctions. The NÓTOS collection is the first part- nership developed with COSTA NOVA. The RODA collection was created by the Portuguese designer Torres Euracini, and is inspired by the "Circle of Friends." The collec- tion aims to bring everyone together at the table in a circle of friends to share memories and stories as they share a meal. All the pieces of this col- lection are produced in the best and most resistant stoneware and have special and organic shapes suitable for demanding hospitality use due to its high level of resistance and performance. The five visual variants of RODA offer a wide range of possibilities to accommodate the best flavors of all seasons, masterfully created by the artists of fine dining and subtle taste. Fish and seafood dishes, meat and vegetables, among others dishes, find in this collec- tion a special support for the irreverent success of the innovation and detail of the great chefs. Born near the Atlantic, Torres Euracini has decades of experi- ence in the ceramic industry and with numerous achievement (mostly anonymously) accom- plished throughout the world. The RODA collection is his first signature collection. COSTA NOVA creates its tableware collections with the same passion and motivation as chefs and caterers create their culinary masterpieces. The unique charac- teristics of its fine stoneware products, combined with its original design, func- tionality and durability, make the brand a reference in the gastronomy segment, with customers located in over 50 countries around the world. These new collections aim to provide professionals in this indus- try with an efficient experience of perform- ance and aesthetics at the highest level. For more information, visit booth #8618 or go to www.costa-nova.com. AMPCO and Z-Ventilation Solutions Combine Forces to Offer Full Kitchen Exhaust System Solutions AMPCO and Z-Ventilation Services, a division of Zink Foodservice, have joined forces in a business partnership that offers customers highly customized kitchen exhaust system solutions. AMPCO is an industry leader and innovator in the design and manufacture of quality, multi-use commercial and industrial venting systems. AMPCO product installations and applications include commercial kitchen grease ducts, dishwashers, pizza ovens, baking ovens, coffee roasters, brew kettles, boilers and more. All AMPCO products are UL test- ed and listed to the most stringent safety standards. Zink Foodservice provides compre- hensive sales, marketing, distribution and installation services for premier manu- facturers and authorized dealers of food- service equipment and small-wares. Zink has a heavy focus on design specifica- tion, ordering, installation and after sale support. "Our involvement working with the commercial kitchen design community helped us recognize that there was a need for more comprehensive ventilation solu- tions. To that end, we formed Z-Ventilation Solutions (ZVS) in 2016 and we are excited to see the continued develop- ment of that business. Our partnership with AMPCO is another milestone, and positions us to better serve the market," said Mike McGuire, Managing Partner of Zink. By coming together, both AMPCO and ZVS offer customers complete, cus- tomized solutions for all commercial kitchen ventilation needs. By combining their superior products and expert servic- es, the team can effectively support cus- tomers from design to commissioning through ongoing operational support and service. "We are very excited about this new partnership with Zink and the opportuni- ty to leverage our industry expertise to offer customers best-in-class turnkey solu- tions," said Mark Walraven, Vice President of Sales for AMPCO. "We look forward to a long and successful business relationship." AMPCO and ZVS are now a leading source for kitchen ventilation solutions. The companies share a common goal: to leverage product and application expert- ise to maximize the value created for cus- tomers, and to exceed expectations. With a variety of installation services and cus- tomized solutions, together they are uniquely qualified to meet all customer ventilation needs, optimizing system per- formance while saving time and money. For more information, go to www.ampco stacks.com and www.zinkfsg.com. Professional Juicers from Zumex An interview with Carlos Quintero, Sales and Marketing Director, Zumex North America. RDN: What are some of the trends driv- ing the selection of equipment in the gro- cery retail space today? CQ: At Zumex ® , we are committed to what we call Life Essence, a different way of understanding and enjoying a healthy lifestyle model with benefits for the body and mind. Healthy eating is a current that is gaining strength and it has come to stay. The consumer is looking for an hon- est and transparent process, 100 percent natural in terms of fresh products. The objective of Zumex with the new Speed S +Plus has been to create a series of pro- fessional juicers that are able to convert supermarket shopping into a unique experience, because they allow con- sumers to instantly, quickly and easily, prepare freshly squeezed juice by them- selves to take away or to drink in the establishment. RDN: Has Zumex seen increased interest from supermarket retailers interested in adding new equipment to their foodser- vice areas? If so, what products are they looking for? CQ: Absolutely, yes. There are steps being taken now to create new spaces for the Zumex experience. In fact, a great deal of retail chains have had Zumex Speed series machines on their shelves for some years, such as H-E-B, Kroger, Lucky's Market, Whole Foods and Sprouts Farmers Market among others. The thing is to change the concept and move to the self-service juice station in order to increase the cus- tomer experience and transparency, tak- ing the squeezed juice to the freshest level. Thus, Zumex, lead- ers for some years in the incorporation of citrus fruit juicers on the shelves of supermarkets in Europe, America and Asia, continues with its commitment to the healthy current, with the new Speed S +Plus series models, prepared to offer the most efficient and safest service on the market, improving experience of use and offering greater speed and convenience for consumers of freshly squeezed juice. The new Speed S +Plus commercial juicers are the most complete solution for self-service areas. RDN: Are there certain things retailers should look for when purchasing equip- ment? How can they make sure they get the best returns on their investment? CQ: Experience has shown us that chains that commit to the incorporation of our automatic juicers in their fruit and vegetable sec- tion increase: brand posi- tioning reinforcement, healthy food concept; innovation, live experi- ence; an increase in the average of purchase tick- ets – if selling freshly squeezed citrus juice adds more value for the customer, it adds more margin for the stores; an increase in proximity customers; and greater performance and optimization of perishable products. They also act as an engine to drive the consumption of other fresh products on the shelves. We work together with the super- markets to integrate our solutions, in agreement with their business needs and their internal operation to make them more profitable, and the results are amaz- ing. For more information, go to www.zumex.com, call 305.591.0061 or email zumexusa@zumex.com. Grandma's Fruit & Nut Cake from Beatrice Bakery Packed with 70 percent wholesome fruits and nuts, this is not your average fruitcake. Cherries, raisins and pineapple are joined by the highest- quality walnuts, pecans and almonds in a batter rich in 80-proof bourbon, rum and brandy. Rings are available in 2-, 3- and 5-pound sizes, and Beatrice Bakery also offers a variety of bars from 3 ounces to 1 pound, perfect for gift bags or gift giving. Each cake is hand decorated for center of the table appeal. For more information, call 800.223.2253, email customerservice@ beatricebakery.com or go to www .beatricebakery.com.