Barilla (company)

Barilla Canada and Italian denim legend Parasuco unveil new limited-drop pasta-inspired clothing capsule

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Friday, September 1, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Italian food and fashion are iconic – just like Barilla, Italy's n.1 brand of pasta, and respected Italian genius fashion brand, Parasuco.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Italian food and fashion are iconic – just like Barilla, Italy's n.1 brand of pasta, and respected Italian genius fashion brand, Parasuco.
  • To pay homage to these two Italian icons, Barilla Canada teamed up with Parasuco Jeans Inc. to launch a limited-drop clothing capsule today.
  • "Barilla is thrilled to partner with Salvatore Parasuco a highly respected Italian born designer, for this exclusive pasta-inspired premium clothing capsule," says Gino Rulli, Vice President and General Manager of Barilla Canada.
  • "For 145 years, Barilla has been mastering the art of premium al dente pasta, while Parasuco has rocked the art of denim fashion.

Fabrizio Facchini Shines as Italian Cuisine Ambassador at Prestigious Dinner Supporting UNESCO Candidacy

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned Chef Fabrizio Facchini had the honor of organizing and cooking a magnificent dinner in support of Italian Cuisine as a candidate at UNESCO. The exclusive event occurred on Saturday, June 24th, at the prestigious Gotham Hall in New York City. Under the patronage of Italian Trade Agency President Matteo Zoppas and New York Director Antonino Laspina, Fabrizio Facchini orchestrated a culinary masterpiece for 190 distinguished guests and VIPs. 

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  • Renowned Chef Fabrizio Facchini orchestrates a magnificent dinner supporting Italian Cuisine as a UNESCO candidate, attended by esteemed guests and collaborating with renowned Italian colleagues while receiving the title of Italian Cuisine Ambassador.
  • NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned Chef Fabrizio Facchini had the honor of organizing and cooking a magnificent dinner in support of Italian Cuisine as a candidate at UNESCO.
  • At the occasion, Minister Lollobrigida named Fabrizio Facchini, an Italian Cuisine Ambassador, and honored him with the "I am La Cucina Italiana - UNESCO Heritage" plaque.
  • Along with Universal Marketing, chef Fabrizio Facchini managed the Italian Trade Agency Lounge and the Italian pavilion with his 350 exhibitors.

BARILLA, MORE SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS TOGETHER WITH 9,000 FARMS THE COMMITMENT TO RENEWABLE ENERGY AND 100% RECYCLABLE PACKAGING AND THE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES

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Monday, June 26, 2023

The aim is to innovate and reduce the impact of production processes in terms of CO2eq emissions, energy and water consumption, to promote sustainable supply chains and to design packaging to be recyclable.

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  • The aim is to innovate and reduce the impact of production processes in terms of CO2eq emissions, energy and water consumption, to promote sustainable supply chains and to design packaging to be recyclable.
  • Since 1877 our work has been fuelled by the desire to surpass ourselves, coming to the present day with the same spirit as the founders.
  • Durum wheat, common wheat, basil and tomatoes: the Barilla Group's commitment to sustainable supply chains from farm to fork continues, with 9,000 farms involved in sustainable and regenerative agriculture projects.
  • Furthermore, 100% of Mulino Bianco breads, biscuits and snacks are produced using renewable energy and Barilla's pasta factories have tri-generation plants.

BARILLA, MORE SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS TOGETHER WITH 9,000 FARMS THE COMMITMENT TO RENEWABLE ENERGY AND 100% RECYCLABLE PACKAGING AND THE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 26, 2023

The aim is to innovate and reduce the impact of production processes in terms of CO2eq emissions, energy and water consumption, to promote sustainable supply chains and to design packaging to be recyclable.

Key Points: 
  • The aim is to innovate and reduce the impact of production processes in terms of CO2eq emissions, energy and water consumption, to promote sustainable supply chains and to design packaging to be recyclable.
  • Since 1877 our work has been fuelled by the desire to surpass ourselves, coming to the present day with the same spirit as the founders.
  • Durum wheat, common wheat, basil and tomatoes: the Barilla Group's commitment to sustainable supply chains from farm to fork continues, with 9,000 farms involved in sustainable and regenerative agriculture projects.
  • Furthermore, 100% of Mulino Bianco breads, biscuits and snacks are produced using renewable energy and Barilla's pasta factories have tri-generation plants.

Barilla Appoints Melissa Tendick to President, Region Americas, Barilla Group

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Melissa Tendick, Vice President, Marketing, Barilla Americas, will assume the role of President Region Americas, beginning June 1, 2023.

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  • Melissa Tendick, Vice President, Marketing, Barilla Americas, will assume the role of President Region Americas, beginning June 1, 2023.
  • "I'm extremely delighted to enter into my new role at Barilla," said Melissa Tendick, incoming President Region Americas.
  • "Leading Barilla in the Americas for the past decade has been a true honor," said Jean-Pierre Comte, outgoing President Region Americas.
  • "Throughout my time with Barilla, Melissa has been a trusted advisor and has demonstrated proven success across the markets.

Smart & Final Supports Youth Hunger Relief with 12th Annual KFI AM 640 and Caterina’s Club PastaThon Donation Drive

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116005353/en/
    Smart & Final supports youth hunger relief with 12th annual KFI AM 640 and Caterinas Club PastaThon in-store donation drive through December 4.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    To join Smart & Final in contributing to PastaThon, shoppers at all Smart & Final stores can donate any amount of their choosing during checkout now through Dec. 4.
  • The entire Smart & Final family is proud of our longtime partnership with Caterinas Club and the PastaThon fundraiser.
  • The Smart & Final Charitable Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life and nourishing the communities Smart & Final serves.

Wasa® Crispbread Reduces Friendsgiving Hosting Stress with Limited-Edition Seasonal Apparel Giveaway

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

"Friendsgiving is a time to come together and celebrate friends that feel like family," said Jackson. "We often opt-out of spending time with friends during the holidays because we're discouraged by the long to-do lists -- shopping, coordinating, cooking. It can get in the way of what's really important: spending quality time with people you care about. Wasa has everything you need to host a no-fuss celebration, because they understand that you don't need elaborate feasts or fancy outfits to make memories with people you love this Friendsgiving."

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  • Wasa also partnered with friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson to develop a guide for hosting the most wholesome, low-key Friendsgiving focused on making deeper connections and memories with friends.
  • "Friendsgiving is the perfect celebration for quick and easy Happitizers the options are truly endless," said Lori Schwartz, Brand Manager for Wasa.
  • Since 1919, Wasa is the biggest crispbread baker in the world, selling its products in 40 different countries, from Scandinavia to America.
  • The Wasa brand is carbon neutral*, assuring consumers that they're making a good choice for the planet by choosing Wasa.

Barilla® Adds QR Codes on Packaging to Assist Visually Impaired Customers in Expanded Partnership with Be My Eyes

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Barilla, a world leader in the markets of pasta, is expanding its partnership with Be My Eyes, a platform that provides live audio and visual support for blind and visually impaired consumers, by incorporating QR codes on the packaging of ten of Barilla's most popular classic pasta offerings.

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  • In 2021, Barilla became the first food company to partner with Be My Eyes, enabling shoppers to connect with Barilla experts directly through smartphone cameras.
  • Now, Barilla and Be My Eyes are thrilled to expand accessibility to pasta products for those in need of visual assistance.
  • The new QR codes will rollout starting this month on boxes of Barilla Classic Penne, Spaghetti, Farfalle, Rotini, Rigatoni, Tri-Color Rotini, Thin Spaghetti, Fettuccini, Angel Hair and Linguine.
  • "Barilla is taking an unprecedented step to support their blind/low-vision customers by adding QR codes to their packaging.

East Side Mario's Sydney Wins Pasta Challenge

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

VAUGHAN, ON, Oct. 13, 2022 /CNW/ - East Side Mario's Sydney is celebrating its 2022 Barilla Pasta Challenge Winner, Sai Govind Thannenkattil Surendran.

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  • VAUGHAN, ON, Oct. 13, 2022 /CNW/ - East Side Mario's Sydney is celebrating its 2022 Barilla Pasta Challenge Winner, Sai Govind Thannenkattil Surendran.
  • Dishes were critiqued by a panel of esteemed judges including Paul Pascal, COO East Side Mario's.
  • "The Barilla Pasta Challenge was a wonderful opportunity for East Side Mario's to celebrate our people, their culinary skills and inspire them to put their best to the test.
  • Sai's Tuscan Chicken Spaghetti wowed the judges, naming him the 2022 Barilla Pasta Challenge champion.

Barilla® Reimagines Premium Pasta with Micro-Engraved, Bronze-Die Cut Al Bronzo Line

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Barilla, the world's leading pasta maker, has reimagined pasta with its new supremely delicious Al Bronzo line. Made with the highest quality durum wheat, Barilla Al Bronzo is expertly crafted using an innovative micro-engraved bronze die method of forming the dough for a robust texture and an extraordinary sauce grip. Al Bronzo uses a custom blend of responsibly sourced, highest quality non-GMO semolina that has been milled to perfection. 

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  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Barilla, the world's leading pasta maker, has reimagined pasta with its new supremely delicious Al Bronzo line.
  • Barilla is committed to quality and Al Bronzo is an exciting innovation representing the highest quality, premium pasta.
  • "Al Bronzo represents a new step forward on the path of innovation for Barilla," said Melissa Tendick, Vice President of Marketing, Barilla Americas.
  • "Upgrading our customers' favorite pasta recipes with Al Bronzo pasta has made the dishes even more delicious and craveable."