We are thrilled to announce that waveco®, with its groundbreaking induced maturation© technology, has been nominated as a finalist for the Machine of the Year 2019 at the prestigious Hot Concepts Awards in Spain. Organized by Restauración News, Spain’s most respected magazine specializing in foodservice, the Hot Concepts Awards is the most awaited event for the catering sector in the country. Now in its 16th edition, the awards ceremony will take place on July 4, 2019, at the stunning Goya Theatre in Madrid.
This nomination is a remarkable achievement for waveco® and Next Cooking Generation (NCG). The induced maturation© technology, which uses focused ultrasound to revolutionize food maturation, has been recognized as one of the most innovative tools of the year. The Machine of the Year award honors the tool or technology that has had the most significant impact and demand within the foodservice industry in the past year.
A Proud Milestone for NCG
Daniele Di Clerico, CEO of Next Cooking Generation, expressed his pride in this achievement:
“Being among the three finalists for such a prestigious award is a source of immense pride for us. The introduction of focused ultrasound technology in induced maturation© represents a true revolution in the kitchen. After extensive technological development, we are the first in the world to implement this method, which represents a major advancement in kitchen techniques. This nomination is a valuable recognition of our work and innovation.”
Stay Tuned for the Final Announcement!
The entire Italian food service sector is buzzing with anticipation as we wait for the announcement on July 4, when the Machine of the Year winner will be revealed. This recognition would mark an incredible milestone for waveco® and its impact on the industry.
Other Categories and Finalists
The Hot Concepts Awards recognize excellence across a variety of categories, including:
– La Máquina del Año (Machine of the Year): QualityFry Freidoras, waveco®, Welbilt Merrychef
– Servicio Rápido (Quick Service): Aloha Poké, Lizarran, Tasty Poké Bar
– Casual Dining: Celicioso, Sibuya, Tuk Tuk Asian Street Food
– Fine Dining: La Bien Aparecida, La Cocina de María Luisa, Ramsés Madrid
– Trayectoria (Career Achievement): Lizarran, Grupo Cañadío, Grupo Sagardi
– Revelación (Revelation): La Huella Vegana, Ramen Kagura, Vandal Palma
– Colectividades (Catering Services): Compass Group, Gastronomic Comedores Responsables, Hospital Regional de Málaga
– Restauración en Hoteles (Hotel Restaurants): Molino de Alcuneza, Pamplona El Toro Hotel & Spa, Restaurante Arimendi – Hotel Jardines de Uleta Suites
– Diseño (Design): Abbiocco, El Taller de Piñero, La Bien Aparecida
– Restauración para Viajeros (Foodservice for Travelers): Abades Puerta Levante, Alas by Hermanos Torres – SSP, MasQMenos – FoodBox
– Restauración en Centros Comerciales (Foodservice in Shopping Centers): Dining Experience – Las Terrazas de Bonaire, Mercado de Vallehermoso
– Gestión Empresarial (Business Management): FoodBox, Lizarran, Tastia Group
– Empresario del Año (Entrepreneur of the Year): Belén Martín (Restalia), José María Carrillo (Tastia Group), Paco Quirós (Grupo Cañadío)
– Marketing: Burger King (Dogpper), KFC (El Discurso del Rey)
– Proyecto On Line (Online Project): Areas (Social Media Strategy), Grosso Napoletano (Fidelization Program)
– Sostenibilidad y RSE (Sustainability and CSR): Hospital Regional de Málaga (From Healthy to Sustainable), Ikea Food (Waste Project), Tuk Tuk Asian Street Food (Sustainable Packaging by Muñoz Bosch)
– Proyecto de Cocina Profesional (Professional Kitchen Project): Charvet (Hotel Taïko), Fagor Industrial (Estadio Wanda Metropolitano), Grupo Roig (Restaurante Nado)
Final Thoughts
The nomination for waveco® as Machine of the Year is a testament to the technology’s immense potential to shape the future of food service, improving food safety, quality, and sustainability. We eagerly await the event and encourage you to follow our journey through our social media channels as we head into this exciting chapter.
Stay tuned for updates, and we hope to share even more exciting news soon!