“Silko’s strength is impeccable build quality… for a chef, that’s everything”
Andrey Titov Café Alma
both space and workflow efficiency. The induction ranges are powered by generators from Inducs, an Ali Group company and a leader in induction technology, reflecting shared values of sustainability and kitchen well-being. For chef Titov, reliability has been the defining factor.
“We don’t use experimental or overly complex technology,” he explains. “But Silko’s strength is impeccable build quality. We’ve been using the equipment intensively for almost a year without a single issue — and for a chef, that’s everything.” The project was delivered by Bioshop, one of Kazakhstan’s most established catering solutions providers. According to Nikita Bykov, director of Bioshop, Silko represents a premium benchmark in the local market. “In Kazakhstan, Silko is associated with high-level equipment,” Bykov says. “Not only because of design, but because of internal components that can withstand heavy-duty use. Café Alma serves many guests simultaneously and needs speed, consistency, and confidence that nothing will fail during service.” Bykov highlights that Silko equipment maintains precise temperatures, a crucial factor for food quality and repeatability. “If you set 250° you get 250° — not fluctuations. That consistency directly affects the final dish.”
Precise and intuitive Design also played a key role. With Café Alma’s open kitchen visible to guests, aesthetics mattered. Sleek lines, ergonomic controls, and smooth drawer mechanisms elevated the visual appeal while improving ease of use. “The equipment is comfortable to work with, precise and intuitive,” Bykov adds. “It’s easy to train staff, and that’s a big advantage.” From Silko’s perspective, the partnership reflects a long- term commitment to quality-driven markets and trusted distributors. Annamaria Giacomin, export manager at Silko, emphasizes the importance of service and shared values. “Bioshop has always focused on European brands and high-quality solutions,” she explains. “Kazakhstan is a challenging market due to low-cost competition, but Bioshop consistently chooses quality. That alignment makes cooperation natural.”
She also underlines that, today, service and relationships are what differentiate manufacturers. “Professional kitchen equipment is mature technology. What matters is support, trust, and the ability to respond quickly and decisively when challenges arise.” That philosophy has already paid off. Café Alma
plans to expand, with two new restaurants and a bakery opening in Astana (the capital city of Kazakhstan) — projects that will rely exclusively on Silko equipment. For chef Titov, the decision is straightforward. “Silko
offers the best value for money on the market,” he says. “I only regret one thing — that my other restaurants don’t already have Silko kitchens.” Together, Silko, Bioshop and Café Alma demonstrate how thoughtful collaboration, technical excellence and shared ambition can transform even the smallest kitchen into a powerhouse of modern gastronomy.
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Silko was founded 46 years ago in Italy and is headquartered in Vittorio Veneto, 70km from Venice
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Silko manufactures a complete range of kitchen equipment, with all machines produced in Italy
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Silko’s use of eco-friendly Fiber FilmTM in its packaging reduces plastic consumption by 60%
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Above (from top): Annamaria Giacomin of Silko; Nikita Bykov of Bioshop. Bottom left: Andrey Titov of Café Alma
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