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illycaffè Partners with The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025

In a remarkable affirmation of its commitment to high-quality coffee and premium culinary experiences, illycaffè, a leading name in sustainable coffee production, has announced its renewed partnership with The World's 50 Best Restaurants for the upcoming 2025 edition. This celebrated event, in its 23rd year, will take place for the first time in Turin, Italy, and illycaffè will serve as the exclusive coffee partner throughout this prestigious occasion.

At the heart of this collaboration lies a mutual dedication to excellence—both illycaffè and The World's 50 Best Restaurants are committed to elevating the food and beverage industry. The partnership reflects their shared values of quality, the careful selection of ingredients, and a commitment to crafting unforgettable dining experiences. According to Cristina Scocchia, the CEO of illycaffè, this partnership embodies the spirit of fine dining and highlights the integral role that coffee plays in gourmet culinary art.

During this year's event, illycaffè will not only cater to guests at the cocktail reception during the official awards ceremony held at Lingotto Fiere, but will showcase its innovative approach to coffee culture. Guests will have the unique opportunity to experience illycaffè’s portable personal blender—previously debuted at Expo Milano 2015—which allows them to customize their own blends using the nine distinct Arabica components from the signature illy 100% Arabica blend. This concept of personalization aligns perfectly with the modern pursuits of both chefs and consumers, granting the ability to tailor flavors to individual preferences.

A central feature at this year’s event will be the illy Chef Ambassador program, where for the first time all 23 chefs from the program will convene to honor the announcement of the 2025 ranking. This program bridges the gap between culinary artistry and coffee culture, highlighting an elite group of chefs who represent illy’s core values on a global scale. Participants include Michelin-starred chefs, environmentally conscious Sustainable Chefs awarded the Michelin Green Star, and leading pastry chefs—each dedicated to creating a unique gastronomic experience through innovative cooking and coffee applications.

illycaffè, established in 1933 in Trieste, Italy, focuses not only on delivering outstanding coffee but also on ensuring that its operations are sustainable and responsible. The company insists on using only the top 1% of Arabica beans and continually invests in quality, achieving B Corp certification and embracing a Benefit Company status to further enhance its commitment to social and environmental welfare.

With illy coffee being served in over 140 countries, and more than 10 million cups enjoyed daily, illycaffè’s global presence is underpinned by a philosophy rooted in beauty and art, a concept that resonates through its art-embellished coffee cups and innovative machine designs.

Through its Università del Caffè, illycaffè nurtures the coffee culture worldwide, offering courses in 24 countries to educate growers, baristas, and enthusiasts about quality coffee, thus connecting people with the artistry behind each cup.

As illycaffè steps back into the spotlight at The World’s 50 Best Restaurants event in 2025, the company continues its legacy of making coffee an essential part of fine dining, further solidifying its place in the dialogue surrounding culinary excellence. This partnership marks a pivotal moment not only in illycaffè's history but also in the evolving landscape of gourmet cuisine, where coffee is recognized not merely as a beverage, but as an art form.

More information about the illy Chef Ambassador program, including the complete lineup of chefs, can be accessed at illy.com/chefambassador.