Villa San Giovanni (Pretoria)
Mon Nov 13, 12:00 - Sun Nov 19, 22:00
Villa San Giovanni
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.
Villa San Giovanni 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 Villa San Giovanni:
- Thursday 16 Nov: 18:00
- Friday 17 Nov: 18:00
- Saturday 18 Nov: 18:00
- Sunday 19 Nov: 12:00
Villa San Giovanni Menu: “Enjoy the flavours of Italy”
Starter
Bruschetta al prosciutto
Toasted ciabatta topped with basil pesto, roasted baby tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella and prosciutto, drizzled with balsamic reduction.
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La Burrata
Italian Burrata served on a bed of rocket and roasted baby tomatoes drizzled with olive oil and balsamic reduction.
(Wine tasting: 'Minini Pinot grigio IGT')
Main
Capelli di prete al gorgonzola
Round pillows of pasta filled with chicken served with a creamy gorgonzola sauce.
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Pizza Bologna
Mortadella, mozzarella, parmesan, Imported Italian pistachio cream, touch of gorgonzola and crushed pistachio nuts.
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Parmigiana Di melanzane
Shallow-fried sliced eggplant, layered with creamy bechamel, parmesan, mozzarella, and a tomato salsa, then baked. Topped with bechamel and sprinkled parmesan.
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Filetto Tartufo
200g Fillet grilled and topped with a creamy porcini mushroom and imported Italian truffle infused sauce.
(Wine tasting: Piccini Chianti in fiasco OR Minini Merlot)
Dessert
Tiramisu
Panna Cotta Con Pistacchio
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.
