HOTEC SPOTLIGHT – MEET THE EXHIBITORS: The HOTEC 2024 event is excited to showcase a remarkable lineup of exhibitors from Australia, brought in by Austrade and each exhibitor brings unique offerings that enhance the hospitality and culinary landscape. Join us as we highlight these innovative companies dedicated to quality, tradition, and excellence in their respective fields.
PRESTIGE FOODS INTERNATIONAL
Prestige Foods International, a subsidiary of Mulwarra Export, specializes in providing top-quality Australian food products and hospitality solutions to luxury resorts in remote locations globally. With over 30 years of experience, they offer an extensive range of ingredients for diverse cuisines, including meat, seafood, dairy, and dry goods. Operating in destinations like the Maldives, Seychelles, and Fiji, Prestige Foods ensures unforgettable culinary experiences. Their strong relationships with top producers and commitment to quality make them a reliable partner for resorts looking to deliver excellence. Their reach spans more than 35 countries, and their presence at HOTEC promises to elevate the event.
WINE VENDOR
Wine Vendor, part of the Minle Group, has been a specialist in alcoholic beverages since 2016, based in Sydney, Australia. They focus on distribution, export, import, and retail, offering a wide array of wines, spirits, and mixers. Wine Vendor’s diverse portfolio includes notable brands like Kirkton Estate wines from Hunter Valley, Macaw Creek organic wines from South Australia, and Greenside Premium Tasmanian Gin and Vodka. They also offer private label services, customizing selections to meet specific needs. Wine Vendor will be showcasing their premium offerings, including award-winning whiskies and spirits, at the Australian Pavilion during HOTEC 2024.
NATURE ONE DAIRY
Nature One Dairy is committed to providing high-quality dairy products that cater to all age groups, from infants to the elderly. With an ISO 8 pharmaceutical-grade facility in Victoria, certified for export and maintaining strict hygiene and HACCP standards, the company produces powdered and liquid dairy products that meet the highest quality benchmarks. Their offerings include infant formula, fresh milk, UHT, plant-based beverages, creams, and specialty dairy products. With a focus on Australian-sourced ingredients, Nature One Dairy ensures nutritional value and premium quality, making it a trusted choice both locally and globally.
THAT’S AMORE CHEESE
That’s Amore Cheese, founded by Giorgio Linguanti in 2008, brings authentic Italian cheesemaking to Melbourne. Using only the finest cow and buffalo milk from Victorian farmers, they craft preservative-free, natural cheeses based on traditional recipes. Giorgio’s passion for cheese began when he arrived in Australia and worked in local cheese factories, eventually starting his own business with just one product, Bocconcini Leaf. Today, That’s Amore produces over 60 varieties of cheese, including Burrata, Buffalo Mozzarella, and Stracciatella, supplying gourmet Italian cheeses to top chefs and eateries. Their artisan approach and premium quality make them a favorite in Australia’s culinary scene.
MR CONSISTENT
Mr Consistent is all about elevating the cocktail experience with minimal effort and maximum quality. Their range of non-alcoholic cocktail mixers allows anyone, from professional bartenders to casual home enthusiasts, to whip up bar-standard cocktails in no time. Sourced from real Australian ingredients, these mixers bring authentic flavors without sacrificing quality for speed, catering to both commercial venues like bars and restaurants and at-home cocktail lovers. With popular mixes like Margarita, Espresso, and Lychee Martini, Mr Consistent ensures that anyone can create perfectly balanced drinks every time, offering versatility and convenience in cocktail crafting.
CASALINGO
Casalingo celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Italy, rooted in the Abruzzo region. Founded by Francesco and Carmine Ventura after their migration to Melbourne, the company preserves their family’s legacy of premium prosciutto and smallgoods. Initially supplying local delis, Casalingo evolved under Domenic and Carmine Jnr to focus on high-quality Italian products. Their state-of-the-art facility in Clayton now produces a range of offerings, including prosciutto, pancetta, chorizo, bresaola, salami, and fresh sausages, ensuring that the family’s commitment to quality and tradition remains at the heart of their business.
SAVE THE DATE
Save the date for HOTEC 2024 on October 24-25! Don’t miss the chance to explore the Australian pavilion and discover the outstanding products and services that our exhibitors have to offer. We look forward to seeing you there!
