French Pavilion Premiers at NRA Show in May

For the first time, a French pavilion showcasing nine of the France’s most dynamic kitchen equipment companies will be at the NRA Show, May 19 to 22 at McCormick Place in Chicago..

[ClickPress, Wed Apr 18 2007] France is not only famous for its cuisine but also for its equipment, which allows chefs all over the world to cook the way they want. The European-built equipment is not only extremely reliable but also passes strict safety and security regulations required by tough Europeans laws. The most dynamic and prestigious French companies will be present as well as complementary products for preparation, distribution, refrigeration, and other equipment all connected with the same purpose.

The following companies will be present on the French pavilion:

Bonnet designs and manufactures the Maestro line of cooking suites for high-volume kitchens that combining precision-power and quick-cooking units for better kitchen organization and design.

UNIC changed the face of the espresso world by creating the first fully automatic espresso machine and today produces a wide range of espresso equipment for large kitchens and small caterers alike.

Santos produces countertop electrical appliances for commercial kitchens including coffee grinders, juicers, ice crushers, mixers, and vegetable slicers.

Tellier manufactures a large range of small tools for kitchen professionals that chop, grate, juice, peel, puree, mix, mince, or slice, and other supplies such as cutting boards and coffee makers.

Crêpes de France makes electric- or gas-powered crêpe griddles, refrigerated batter dispensers, crêpe spatulas and rakes, and other related accessories available separately or as complete concepts.

Gobel manufactures a wide range of pastry molds, fusing its 100-plus-year tradition and modern design and manufacturing techniques.

Fischer-Castet specializes in professional, easy-to-use sharpening tools and supplies for demanding users such as butchers, caterers, and chefs.

Déglon designs and produces fine cutlery, handheld kitchen tools, and mounting assemblies.

FORGE DE LAGUIOLE manufactures unique hand-made "Laguiole" knives. Since 1829, this elegant knife has been recognized and appreciated throughout the world for its exceptional cutting edge.

For more information on the above companies, please contact:

SYNEG
Thierry Allix
39, rue Louis Blanc
Maison de la Mecanique
92400 COURBEVOIE
France
Tel: +33 (0)1 47 17 63 62
Fax: +33 (0)1 47 17 68 69
E-mail: tallix@syneg.org
Web: www.syneg.org
or
FRENCH TECHNOLOGY PRESS OFFICE
205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3740
Chicago, IL 60601
Fax: (312) 327-5261
E-mail: contact.ftpo@ubifrance.fr