The Gourmet Experience: A Journey of Flavor Across Three Floors and Three Days
Step into a world of Italian culinary excellence, where each floor unfolds a new chapter in the journey of taste. From exquisite cocktails to savory bites and indulgent sweets, immerse yourself in the finest Italian Food & Beverage offerings in this gourmet event.
Day 1: December 4th
Ground Floor – Cocktail Area 1
• Strega Mule Cocktail: A refreshing blend of the iconic Strega liqueur, bringing a uniquely Italian twist to a classic favorite. (Shaw Ross)
2nd Floor – Cocktail Area 2
• Sardomagno Truffle – Aged pecorino with delicate truffle flakes, a luxurious bite that encapsulates the essence of Italy’s truffle-rich heritage. (Pansardo)
• Crispy Guttiau bread chips, available in an array of savory flavors for the perfect crunchy snack. (Pansardo)
• Truffle Popcorn & Pesto Genovese Popcorn – A delightful popcorn duo, one infused with truffle and the other with the aromatic flavors of Genoese pesto. (Tartuflanghe)
• Panettone – A traditional Italian treat, beautifully light and fruity, made to perfection. (Eataly)
• Trifulot Chocolate Truffles – Silky smooth chocolate truffles with a luxurious taste. (Tartuflanghe)
• Mastri Birrai Umbri Beer – A refreshing craft beer offering from the heart of Umbria. (Tita distributor)
5th Floor – Cocktail Area 3
• Pass-around Bites: Sambuca Cured Salmon & Blood Orange Marmalade Crostini , Warm Gorgonzola Polenta, Crispy Olives & Chicken Liver Toast, Prosecco Gelee Meatball & San Marzano Tomato, Crispy Zucchini Flowers Filled with Goat Cheese and Arugula
Aquarius Special Edition Extra Dry Prosecco – An exceptional Prosecco from Valdo, perfectly dry and effervescent.
Portofino Gin ‘Il Marinaio’ Cocktail – A refreshing gin cocktail that transports you to the Italian coast. (Gadabout)
Calizzano Mineral Water – Ad Maiora’s mineral water, offering purity and refreshment.
DJ Set by Nuni Love: Immerse yourself in the vintage vibes, setting the perfect mood for this gourmet evening.
Day 2: December 5th
Ground Floor – Cocktail Area 1
- Pass-around Bites: Snapper Milanese Spoon – Arancini Tartufo – Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Aioli – Artichoke Fritto with Pumpkin Aioli – Beef Carpaccio with Celery Root Parmesan Reggiano Rosemary Scallop Skewer with Fig Jam
• Strega Mule Cocktail – The ever-popular Strega Mule cocktail returns with its signature zing. (Shaw Ross)
2nd Floor – Cocktail Area 2
• Caviar – Indulge in the rich, luxurious taste of premium caviar. (Tita Imports)
• Sardomagno Myrtle – Aged pecorino with fragrant myrtle, adding an aromatic flair to the traditional Italian cheese. (Pansardo)
• Breadchips – A variety of savory Guttiau bread chips that will transport your taste buds. (Pansardo)
• Panettone – Light, fluffy, and packed with the finest dried fruits, the quintessential Italian holiday cake. (Eataly)
• Gavi White Wine, La Scolca – A crisp, refreshing Italian white wine to complement the day’s tastings. (Shaw Ross)
- Prosecco Rosé – A sparkling, pink Prosecco that adds elegance to every sip. (Valdo)
- Portofino Gin ‘Negroni la Vela’ Cocktail – A classic Negroni with a refined twist. (Gadabout)
- Calizzano Mineral Water – Ad Maiora, perfect for refreshing your palate.
DJ Set by Jinamarie: Immerse yourself in a lounge-inspired atmosphere, setting a relaxed, yet sophisticated mood.
Day 3: December 6th
Ground Floor – Cocktail Area 1
• Strega Mule Cocktail – The iconic cocktail rounds off our final day of indulgence. (Shaw Ross)
2nd Floor – Cocktail Area 2
• Bona Mini Caciottes – A selection of small, artisanal cheeses in classic, truffle, chili pepper, and black pepper flavors. (Pansardo)
• Breadchips – Savory Guttiau bread chips, perfect for pairing with all your favorite flavors. (Pansardo)
• Truffle Cream with Chips – A luxurious truffle cream served with crispy chips for an unforgettable bite. (Tita Imports)
• Trifulot Chocolate Truffles – Decadent chocolate truffles. (Tartuflanghe)
• Panettone – The perfect sweet ending to your gourmet journey. (Eataly)
• Gavi White Wine, La Scolca – A crisp, refreshing Italian white wine to complement the day’s tastings. (Shaw Ross)
5th Floor – Cocktail Area 3
• Pass-around Bites: Sambuca Cured Salmon & Blood Orange Marmalade Crostini – Warm Gorgonzola Polenta – Crispy Olives & Chicken Liver Toast – Prosecco Gelee Meatball & San Marzano Tomato – Crispy Zucchini Flowers Filled with Goat Cheese and Arugula
• Brut DOC Yellow Label & Brut DOCG Superior Label – Two exceptional Prosecco selections from Valdo, perfect for toasting the final day.
• Portofino Gin ‘Portofino & Tonic’ Cocktail – A refreshing and aromatic gin cocktail to finish the experience. (Gadabout)
• Calizzano Mineral Water – Ad Maiora’s water to cleanse the palate and keep you refreshed.
DJ Set by Nuni Love: The final day culminates with an upbeat party atmosphere, filling the space with energy and excitement.
Join us for three unforgettable days, where Italy’s finest culinary creations and drinks will delight your senses and elevate your palate. This is more than just an event—it’s an immersion into the luxurious world of gourmet Italian flavors.
Food Partners
Ad Maiora
Ad Maiora is a gourmet food distributor specializing in Italian imports. Founded in 1997, the company is headquartered in Rome, Italy, with an operational office in Florida. Their product range includes a variety of Italian delicacies that cater to regional distributors, major retailers, and gourmet grocery stores. The company’s mission is to bring authentic Italian flavors to the American market, ensuring high quality and taste for their customers.
Pansardo
Pansardo LLC is a Sardinian family-run business based in Bonita Springs, Florida. They are known for exporting high-quality sheep and goat cheeses from Sardinia, Italy. Their products are popular in regional distributors, major retailers, and ecommerce companies.
Tartuflanghe
Tartuflanghe Srl was founded in 1968 and specializes in the manufacturing of sausages, cured meats, smoked meats, and other meat specialties. They are renowned for their innovative use of truffles, creating a variety of products from truffle pasta to freeze-dried truffles.
Beverage Partners
Portofino
Portofino Dry Gin is an artisanal gin crafted to capture the essence of the picturesque village of Portofino on the Italian Riviera. Founded by Ruggero Raymo, Alessandro Briola, and Christopher Egger, the gin is a tribute to Klaus Pudel, Raymo’s grandfather, who is considered a local legend for saving Portofino during World War II. Distilled using the London Dry method, Portofino Dry Gin features a blend of 21 locally sourced botanicals, including the region’s distinctive maritime pine, which evoke the Mediterranean shore. The gin aims to bring the beauty and charm of Portofino to every sip, offering an unforgettable journey along the Mediterranean coast3.
Tita Italian Import & Export
Tita Italian Import & Export LLC, also known as Tita Italia, was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida. The company specializes in importing and exporting Italian gourmet foods and carefully selected wines. They are recognized for the excellence of their products, which are featured in the best restaurants, hotels, and gourmet shops. Tita Italia serves customers in Florida and ten other states, offering a variety of products such as wines, desserts, fresh truffles, and caviar
Valdo Spumanti USA
Valdo is a renowned Italian winery, founded in 1926 in Valdobbiadene, a region in northern Italy known for its spectacular natural beauty and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The winery is part of the Bolla family, who have been in the wine-making industry for over 90 years. Valdo is dedicated to producing high-quality Prosecco and Italian sparkling wines, controlling the entire production process from grape growing to bottling.
Strega liqueur
Strega is an Italian herbal liqueur produced since 1860 by Strega Alberti Benevento S.p.A. It is known for its distinctive yellow color, derived from saffron, and its complex flavor profile that includes mint and juniper berries. Strega is enjoyed as a digestif and is also used in various cocktails.
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