Returns to Florence TASTE, Now in its eighteenth edition, The Pitti image hall dedicated to contemporary food staged from 8 to 10 February at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. Big numbers for this edition, over 700 companies of which approx 100 they are the realities that for the first time, after careful scouting, have been selected to be presented to the Taste community. There will be new exhibition areas to focus attention on new themes (the heroic wines), trends and new moments of consumption (breakfast). The path inside the Fortress will trace unpredictable food constellations and thanks to a special "Taste Horoscope", we will discover new gourmet zodiac signs.
As with every edition, this one also includes many events Fuori di Taste. Which ones will be the most famous and greedy? Here is our guide divided by days.
6 February
From 19 to 22 at Osteria Cipolla Rossa “AstroMenu! I 4 elements in the kitchen”, a menu made up like this: ANTIPASTO – SEGNI DI TERRA Chard flan, pecorino and truffle cream; PRIMO – SIGNS OF WATER The Acquapazza of tradition; SECOND – SIGNS OF FIRE Super deviled cockerel brick style; DOLCE – SIGNS OF AIR Chocolate soufflé. Price: 40,00 for information 055 214210
7 February
From 18 “Vinum Oleum. The contaminations and immersions of Pieve di Campoli” at the former Church of Santo Stefano al Ponte which will be transformed into an immersive experience dedicated to Pieve a Campoli, historic agricultural company’Diocesan Institute for the Support of the Clergy of Florence. Through video projection and a round table full of guests, it will be possible to discover the beauty of these places and the importance of’olio extravergine d’olivain local culture. The evening will end with arefreshment based on typical products of the company. Su invito
From 18:00 Origins party, an exclusive event to celebrate the philosophy from the land to the plate of Riso Vignola 1880 and Borgo Santo Pietro through the creative wonders of Chef Ariel Hagen in the welcoming and cosmopolitan setting of the Saporium Lounge. Cocktail selection by Nicola Spaggiari, contemporary mixology and green soul of Borgo Santo Pietro. Su invito
From 18:30 Ginarte at Caffè Lietta, An evening of cocktails and music dedicated to the discovery of GinArte. A journey through the scents and refined notes of 13 botanicals used for distillation. Free event
From 18:30 Binomio hosts Sickness, the Venetian company famous for its artisanal leavened products with sourdough. “Binomium – Cicchetti & Cocktails” it is a meeting between sweet and savory cicchetti and creative cocktails, signed by the Binomio bartender team. Su invito
From 20 to 23 MIXOLOGY GUEST BOB, Caffè Concerto Paszkowski hosts the talented bartender César Araujo, protagonist of the famous cocktail bar in Milan Bob. Thanks to the partnership with GinArte, the bartender will present three special signature drinks designed exclusively for the event. Each cocktail will be accompanied by an elegant selection of finger food. euro 14,00 (costo drink)
8 February
From 18:30 the premium vodka “Cabiria” by Marco Schiavo is the protagonist of Make Vodka Pennette Great Again, tasting organized at the Degusteria Italiana. A talk with the producers of the
main ingredients of the dish – Gragnano pasta 28Pastai, the pancetta from Grigio del Casentino and the vodka from Marco Schiavo – to discover the raw materials that make the difference. Following, tasting curated by chef Fabio Nistri. Su invito
From 18:30 Denis Dianin, the Master Pastry Chef known for his continuous research in the world of leavened products, will present an unusual combination of pastry and mixology. “Panettone to drink” will see the collaboration between Dianin and the Binomio bartender team, who will prepare exclusive cocktails to accompany the chef's artisanal leavened products. During serata, guests will be able to taste a panettone “is his”, an exclusive reinterpretation of the Christmas tradition, accompanied by a tasting of a special hemp Venetian. The exclusive cocktail of the evening, Sweety & Creamy. Your Invite
From 19 to 21 Cetara flavors. An aperitif with a DJ set from Obicà to Palazzo Tornabuoni to taste the Cetarian excellences of Shipowner, with an exclusive live cooking by Chef Gennaro Esposito. euro 14,00
From 19 to 22 Outside the Borgo… A taste of our estate, in town. Saporium Florence proposes a journey into the flavors of Borgo Santo Pietro and a taste of the estate, tra cocktail, tastings and live music. Evento su invito
9 February
From 17:30 Cosmic Evolution, in collaboration with The Social Hub. Double appointment with the Montigiani agricultural company, from 17:30 to 19:30 Masterclass led by oil chef Andrea Perini, to get to know EXTRAVIRGIN oils and gin in depth through an engaging sensorial experience Montigiani. Private event by invitation. From 20.00 free entry to the Rooftop with DJ Set and EXTRAVIRGIN-based cocktail list curated by Stefano Frau, Bartender TSH.
From 19:30 at Ending the History of Wheat: from spelled to Primograno, tasting of pastas made following the history of Triticum: from spelled, primordial grain, to Primograno 100% Abruzzo, passing through the Saragolle, Marzuolo and Senator Cappelli. Su invito
From 19:30 Gioacchino Rossini's bassoon – homage to the cuisine of the Marche at the Teatro del Sale in Florence. An evening to celebrate the food, wine and cultural excellences of the Marche region. The event organized by LYMPH, Special Company of the Marche Chamber of Commerce promoter of 31 food and wine realities that will take part in the XVII edition of Taste, it will be a tribute to the well-known composer from the Marche Gioacchino Rossini with an opera show and a dinner dedicated to him. The evening will be enriched by a live connection with a chef from the Marche to explore the link between cuisine and territory. The journalist Leonardo Romanelli will moderate the connection. Su invito
From 19:30 to 22:30 MIXOLOGY GUEST NORAH WAS DRUNK X GILLI 1733, Caffè Gilli hosts the talented bartenders Stefano Rollo and Niccolò Caramiello, protagonists of the famous Milan cocktail bar Norah Was Drunk. Thanks to the partnership with Gin's Tuscany, the two bartenders will present three special signature drinks designed exclusively for the event. euro 14,00 (costo drink)
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