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Up4Food 2nd Kick-off meeting, 27 March 2025

2025-01-22

MEETING AGENDA, 27 March 2025 (see pdf here)

8.30 ‒ 9.00

Arrival & registration, morning coffee

9.00 ‒ 9.10

Welcome at IBA, General Manager Nastasia Belc

9.10 ‒ 9.30

WP1: Project coordination & reporting, NTNU, Ida-Johanne Jensen

9.30 − 10.00

WP2: Nutritive potential of side-streams from 3 value chains, Teagasc, Brijesh Tiwari

10.00 – 10.30

WP3: High value ingredients from the side-streams, SINTEF, Revilija Mozuraityte

10.30 – 11.00

WP6: Consumer acceptability and knowledge barriers, MIR-PIB, Olga Szulecka

11.00 – 11.15

Coffee break

11:15 − 11:45

WP7: Communication and dissemination, ANSES, Petru Jitaru

11.45 – 12.15

WP4: New food concepts development, IBA, Alina Culetu

12:15 − 13:15

Lunch break

13.15 – 13:45

WP5: Food system approach and sustainability, NTNU, Eva Falch/Eirin Bar

13.45 – 14.45

Tour at IBA facilities

14.45 – 15.30

Group Photo & Wrap-up

18:30

Dinner & Networking: Restaurant Caru cu bere ( map here )

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How to Reach IBA București from the Airport ✈️

Welcome to Bucharest! To reach IBA București from Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), here are your options:

🚖 Taxi/Rideshare:

Use authorized taxi services from the airport (look for the taxi kiosk inside the terminal).
Apps like Bolt or Uberare also reliable and affordable.

🚌 Public Transport:

Take Bus 100 (Express Line) to the city center.

Step 1: Take the Express Bus 100 ( https://www.bucharestairports.ro/en/transport/bus)

Where to find it: The bus stop is located outside the arrivals terminal at the airport.
Get off at: Piața Presei Libere (a major hub near Băneasa).

Step 2: from Piața Presei Libere take 331 bus (direction Piața Romană) and get off at Șoseaua Ștefal Cel Mare

Step 3: from Șoseaua Ștefan cel Mare take 135 bus (direction CFR Constanța) and get off at Ancuța Băneasa

Step 4: from Ancuța Băneasa bus station, walk 3 min to IBA Bucharest institute (Ancuta Baneasa no.5 map here )

Buy a ticket: Currently, there are several ways of paying for the bus: STB card, contactless credit card, text message „C” (valid for 90 minutes) or „AB” (valid for 24 hours) at 7458, metropolitan cards, Tourist Travel Cards. Cost: Around 3 RON for one trip.

Where to stay near IBA București institute:

1. Hotel Caro

Address: Barbu Văcărescu Blvd 164A, Bucharest
Distance: Approximately 2-3 km from Ancuța Băneasa nr. 5
Highlights: Stylish hotel with a peaceful garden, fitness center, and a restaurant.
Website: https://www.carohotel.ro/

2. Hotel Diesel

Address: Strada Mircea Eliade nr. 113A, Bucharest
Distance: Around 2-3 km from Ancuța Băneasa nr. 5
Highlights: A boutique-style hotel known for its elegant design and cozy atmosphere.
Website: https://hoteldiesel.ro/

3. Courtyard by Marriott Bucharest Floreasca

Address: Bulevardul Dimitrie Pompeiu 2A, Bucharest
Distance: Approximately 3-4 km from Ancuța Băneasa nr. 5
Highlights: Modern hotel with comfortable rooms, a fitness center, and convenient access to Floreasca Business Park.
Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/buhcf-courtyard-bucharest-floreasca/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0

Where to stay in the City Center:

1. The Leonardo Hotel Bucharest City Center is centrally located at 166 Calea Victoriei, 010096 Bucharest, making it an ideal base for exploring the city's main attractions.

· Dining: Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet from 7:00 am to 10:30 am. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of international dishes for lunch between 12:00 noon and 3:00 pm. The bar, open from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, offers a selection of beverages and snacks.

· Amenities: The hotel provides a fitness center, meeting rooms accommodating up to 70 participants, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional services include laundry, ironing, luggage storage, room service, and airport shuttle arrangements.

· Nearby Attractions: Within walking distance are the Romanian Athenaeum (800 m), the National Museum of Art (850 m), and the Old Town (1.6 km). Public transportation options include the Piata Romana Metro Station (600 m) and the North Railway Station (1.5 km).

· Website: https://www.leonardo-hotels.com/bucharest/leonardo-hotel-bucharest-city-center?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=link_site_gmb&utm_campaign=leonardo-hotel-bucharest-city-center

2. The Duke Hotel (Piața Romană) Hotel Duke Romana is a 4-star establishment situated at 33 Dacia Boulevard, 010403 Bucharest, Romania, near Piața Romană.

· Amenities: The hotel provides a fitness center, meeting rooms accommodating up to 70 participants, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional services include laundry, ironing, luggage storage, room service, and airport shuttle arrangements.

· Website: https://hotelduke.ro/ro/hotel-duke-piata-romana/

3. Le Boutique Hotel Moxa is a 4-star boutique hotel situated in the heart of Bucharest, Romania, at 129 Calea Victoriei, District 1, 010961.

· Accommodations: The hotel offers a variety of room types, including:

· Standard Premium Rooms: Approximately 32 m², featuring a king-size bed, air conditioning, in-room safe, Wi-Fi, bathrobe, slippers, flat-screen TV, in-suite shower, and direct dial telephone.

· Deluxe Comfort & Elite Rooms: Approximately 36 m², with similar amenities as the Standard Premium Rooms, plus exclusive access to the fitness and sauna area.

· Executive Rooms: Approximately 40 m², offering enhanced luxury with the same amenities as the Deluxe Comfort & Elite Rooms.

· Amenities: Fitness Center and Sauna: Facilities available for guests to relax and rejuvenate.Meeting Rooms: Equipped to accommodate business events and gatherings. Garden: A lush garden area where guests can unwind.

· Location: The hotel is located near "Nicolae Iorga" park, within walking distance of the city center and many tourist attractions.

· Website: https://hotelmoxa.com/

Additional info: alinaculetu@gmail.com