POTY - The Denys sisters lead Delino as a duo, through family leadership close to the field that limits the gap between strategy and operational reality.

POTY – With her background as an agricultural engineer and her tenure at Cargill, the CEO of Ardo views the transformation of agriculture as more than just a stance.

POTY – When he took over the family business Jet Import, one of his commercial decisions would define his entire professional trajectory.

INTERVIEW – Former marketing director of McDonald's France, he took over a Belgian company emerging from crisis in mid-December. With prospects of regained profitability starting this year, Exki's new CEO has his work cut out for him. But even in the heart of a particularly competitive market, Xavier Royaux displays a communicative optimism: "I have learned in the past to always be glad to have strong competitors."

The MR president has not shifted his stance on the budget process and categorically opposes any increase in Value Added Tax (VAT). At the next monitoring session scheduled for this month, the accounts will be approved as they stand, in their imperfect state according to him, before restarting "broad negotiations in the summer" where the government will need to find 4 billion euros.

To return to profitability, the Brussels institution is swapping ostentatious gastronomy for a high-end "bistronomy" concept. More accessible, more efficient, and better adapted to new consumer habits, the move – and the departure of its former Michelin-starred chef – is a central part of the financial recovery effort.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who serve as role models for other industry players. This year, in the "Foodservice Wholesalers" category, Rodrick D'Hoore stands out for his corporate vision and his dedication to product quality.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who serve as role models for other industry players. This year, in the "Foodservice Wholesalers" category, Davy De Vlieger stands out for his proactive strategic approach, which is transforming an already flourishing family business.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who serve as role models for other industry players. This year, in the "Wholesalers Foodservice" category, Johan Vermeire stands out for a leadership approach built around, notably, operational excellence.

Ordering a ramen or a burger at 10:05 PM and seeing the bill automatically jump by 10% – this is a practice currently spreading across Japan as the restaurant industry faces an unprecedented crisis. Major Japanese chains have made their move: from now on, eating late will cost more.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who are concretely shaping the future of the industry. This year, in the "Foodservice Manufacturers" category, Stefanie and Evelyn Denys champion an entrepreneurship focused simultaneously on performance, people, and sustainability.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who are concretely shaping the future of the industry. This year, in the "Foodservice Manufacturers" category, Stefaan Bettens embodies an entrepreneurial vision based on innovation, quality, and sustainable growth.

The Personality of the Year (POTY) award recognizes leaders who are concretely shaping the future of the industry. This year, in the "Manufacturers Foodservice" category, Sabine Sagaert stands out for her commitment to sustainability, responsible partnerships, and diversity.

INTERVIEW – With over 50 points of sale in BeLux, 700,000 meals sold per year, and an announced growth of 40%, Picadeli is positioning itself as a profitable model for retailers. François Adam, Deputy Country Manager for Picadeli BeLux, details the strategy and outlook for the Swedish pioneer of connected salad bars on the Belgian market.

The restricted cabinet (kern) abandoned a series of measures on Friday that had been developed as part of its "consumption tax shift." This means there will be no doubling of the VAT on takeout and other delivered meals. However, the federal government also scrapped the planned reduction in the tax on non-alcoholic beverages. As a result, Arizona is set to receive €475 million in revenue.

The emphasis on "affordability" has helped improve foot traffic at the American chain's restaurants, with budget menus and other McValue products continuing to appeal to budget-conscious consumers.

C'est l'ambition du groupe parlementaire Ecolo-Groen qui veut contrer les effets pervers de la réforme de la TVA, à savoir des repas plus chers dans les institutions (écoles, crèches, hôpitaux) ainsi qu'une concurrence déloyale entre cuisines internes et collectives.

Following a critical opinion from the Council of State, the tax reform championed by the Arizona coalition has stalled. Deemed too complex and legally precarious, the proposed targeted VAT increase, particularly affecting food consumption, has been sent back to the cabinet. Amidst rising political tensions, the idea of a general increase in the standard rate has resurfaced.

After testing several pop-up concepts, the Crocodile brand marked a strategic milestone in its diversification on Thursday. By partnering with the Giraudi restaurant group, Lacoste has inaugurated its first permanent café on a prestigious Parisian avenue.

On the eve of a major infrastructure transformation, the operator of national airport (BRU) is launching an extensive consultation to rethink its food experience. The ambition? To turn “Belgitude” into a growth driver and transform wait times into a genuinely rewarding moments.