Laura Alajmo - Hospitality Maestro 2026

The "Maestra dell’Accoglienza 2026" (Mistress of Hospitality 2026) award, conferred by FIPE - Italian Federation of Public Establishments and APPE Padua, and received by Laura, celebrates the authentic value of hospitality.

These were the words that accompanied the presentation of the award:

" One could say that the Alajmo Group is a galaxy made of talent, vision, and the ability to innovate. Alongside two shining stars like Max and Raf, there is a fundamental presence, perhaps less exposed but equally essential: Laura Alajmo. With her simplicity and elegance, Laura authentically embodies the Alajmo style and represents its values in her role as brand and product ambassador. She is the smiling face that welcomes customers to Il Calandrino. You won't find her in the spotlight of a Michelin-starred kitchen, but you will encounter her every day in direct contact with people, in her attention to detail, in her ability to make every customer feel in the right place. A discreet presence that holds together the invisible threads of an experience: a smile, attention, and continuity. And perhaps this is precisely the secret of the Alajmo galaxy: not just great chefs but a family capable of creating places where people feel good. For this reason, recognizing Laura's journey today means recognizing the value of true hospitality, the kind that is not taught in manuals but built day after day with passion, presence, and humanity, and for this, we say thank you to Laura."