Fumo Village (Pretoria)
Mon Nov 13, 12:00 - Sun Nov 19, 22:00
Fumo Village - Pretoria
ABOUT
An exclusive gathering of culinary maestros
As part of the 8th Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, Italian restaurants from all over South Africa will host genuine Italian food tasting and wine pairing.
Fumo Village joined this initiative
8th Week of Italian Cuisine in the World - Dining with the Italian cuisine: well-being with taste
For more info about the event click here: https://cucina2023.embassyofitaly.co.za/
Dates available at Fumo Village:
- Tuesday 14 Nov: 18:00
- Wednesday 15 Nov: 12:00
- Wednesday 15 Nov: 18:00
- Thursday 16 Nov: 12:00
- Thursday 16 Nov: 18:00
- Friday 17 Nov: 12:00
- Friday 17 Nov: 18:00
- Saturday 18 Nov: 18:00
- Sunday 19 Nov: 18:00
Fumo Village Menu: “Deep sea culinary journey across southern coastline of Italy”
Appetizer
Millefoglie di Branzino e Zucchine, caponata agrigentina
Thin slices raw Sea bass, grilled zucchini, sautéed vegetables, honey and vinegar.
(Wine tasting: 'Feudi di S Gregorio – Pietracalda Fiano di Avellino')
Starter
Battuto di Manzo, burrata pugliese al profumo di limone, filetti di acciughe e capperi di Pantelleria
Beef tartare, lemon infusion burrata cheese, anchovies and Pantelleria capers.
(Wine tasting: 'Colosi – Rosso di Salina – nerello mascalese/nerello cappuccio')
Main
Spaghetto alla chitarra al nero di seppia, ragout di polpo di roccia, pomodorini datterini aglio e peperoncino
Spaghetti alla chitarra with squid ink, rock octopus casserole, cherry tomatoes, garlic and chili
(Wine tasting: 'Zenato Rosso veneto appassimento – corvina, merlot')
Dessert
Semifreddo alla nocciola con gelato oppure Babà limoncello e crema al limone
Hazelnut semifreddo with gianduia ice cream, OR limocello babà and lemon cream
Wine tasting provided by: Vinotria
Note: Wine tasting included, tips and drinks excluded
ABOUT THE 8TH WEEK OF ITALIAN CUISINE IN THE WORLD
“La Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo”:
A Celebration of Italian Culinary Excellence
Celebrating tradition and well-being
The “Week of Italian Cuisine in the World” is an annual event, organized globally by the Italian diplomatic network, aimed at promoting Italy’s culinary and agro-food traditions. This year 8th edition, scheduled from the 13th to the 19th of November 2023, will be held under the theme: “A tavola con la cucina italiana: il benessere con gusto” (Dining with Italian cuisine: well-being with taste).
A deep, multi-dimensional culinary journey
The event provides an unparalleled foray into the cultural, economic, and scientific facets of Italian gastronomy, paying homage to its rich historical lineage. It promotes the virtues of the Mediterranean Diet, highlighting the importance of adopting a balanced, health-conscious approach to dining. At the heart of this is the use of top quality ingredients, carefully combined in traditional and regional Italian dishes and recipes.
An exclusive gathering of culinary maestros
Italian restaurants in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban will host genuine Italian food tasting and wine pairing, curating an exquisite three or four-course dinner. Though each restaurant will unfurl its unique identity, rooted in tradition, regional nuances, and culinary diversity, their menus will predominantly stress the Mediterranean Diet’s salutary influence, uniting gourmet quality with a healthful lifestyle. Selected Italian wines, provided by local importers who have joined this esteemed initiative, will therefore complement each menu.
