The purpose of the company is to operate gastronomy businesses as well as import and export and trade in foodstuffs of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of the company's purpose or that is directly or indirectly related thereto. In addition, the company may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.