Marco’s Italian (Durban)
Mon Nov 13, 12:00 - Sun Nov 19, 22:00
Marco's Italian
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.
Marco's Italian 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 Marco's Italian:
- Wednesday 15 Nov: 17:30
Marco's Italian Menu: “A culinary journey across Italy”
Appetizer
Arancini di riso
Risotto rice balls stuffed with wild mushrooms and mozzarella cheese, crumbed , fried and served with an arrabbiata sauce
(Wine: Prosecco Colvendrà)
Starter
Panzerotti ai funghi porcini
Porcini panzerotti coated in a light parmesan creme sauce with a drizzle of truffle oil
(Wine tasting: Pinot Grigio delle Venezie)
Main
Scaloppine di vitello al limone con verdure miste
Veal escalopes cooked in a lemon white wine sauce served with vegetables of the day
(Wine tasting: Zenato Rosso Veneto Appassimento)
Dessert
Panna cotta
A good quality cream with a hint of vanilla Italian pudding
(Wine tasting: Limoncello Villa Massa)
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.
