Location: Coral Gables Country Club

2024 Authentic Italian Food & Wine Festival

LOCATION: CORAL GABLES COUNTRY CLUB

990 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33134

The Coral Gables Golf and Country Club is an eminent landmark built in 1922, and a pivotal component to the city founder, George Merrick, whose Mediterranean style helped set the tone for the city’s architecture. It is considered to be the first public building in Coral Gables.

The facility boasts a magnificent Grand Ballroom and three satellite unique and charismatic spaces. With stunning crystal chandeliers, spectacular black marble foyers, rich Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, ornate Italian marble columns and cornice molds. The Coral Gables Golf & Country Club is a statement of luxury and sophisticated elegance.

EXHIBITORS DIRECTORY

 

GOLD EXHIBITORS

 

Acetaia Giuseppe Giusti (www.giusti.it)

Since the seventeenth century, the Giusti family has been producing Balsamic Vinegar, passing down a recipe that creates a complex harmony of flavors and a product of excellence, appreciated all over the world. Creating exceptional balsamic vinegar depends on the competence, experience, attention to detail, and the lengthy period of aging. Proud of know-how that has been refined over its 400 years of family history, Giusti combines both its respect for tradition with a sense of local corporate responsibility and a modern and sustainable production philosophy.

 


 

Consorzio Olio Toscano IGP (www.oliotoscanoigp.com)

The Toscano PGI extra virgin olive oil Consortium was officially founded on November 13, 1997, by Tuscan olive growers. Toscano PGI extra virgin olive oil offers maximum certainty of authenticity. The consortium safeguards each bottle with its signature, by checking the supply chain, which rigorously takes place in Tuscany, from the harvest to the packaging. Toscano PGI extra virgin olive – a unique cultural heritage of the Tuscan territory- is safeguarded by the Protected Geographical Indication since 1998.

 


 

Prime Line Distributors (www.primelinedist.com)

Prime Line Distributors was founded in 1981 in South Florida by Mr. Gianni Landi, an immigrant from Italy with more than 50 years of experience in the specialty food industry. Mr. Landi brought with him the food culture and traditions of the old world. His philosophy is that cooking is an art, and appreciating the quality and distinction of fine true foods is an essential tool. We deliver daily with our own fleet of refrigerated trucks with our divisions located in New York City, South & Central Florida, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. We also ship across the country and export to the Caribbean and Latin America. We currently feature more than 2,200 products with an extensive list of products imported exclusively by us.

 


 

 

RAK Porcelain USA (www.rakporcelain.com)

RAK Porcelain specializes in designing and supplying exquisite dinnerware, flatware, and glassware to over 165 countries within the hospitality industry. Headquartered in United Arab Emirates, we manufacture over 24 million pieces of tabletop annually, enabling us to raise the bar of quality and design.  We thrive to create trends, not follow them. We are setting the new standard in tabletop.

 


 

Steelite International (www.steelite.com)

Steelite International is the leading manufacturer & supplier of award-winning tabletop, buffet, and lighting solutions for the global hospitality industry. Steelite offers a unique solution for any venue from commercial catering and hotel banqueting to leisure markets and casual restaurants. Serving over 140 countries worldwide, Steelite is committed to providing the best in functionality and design while minimizing the effect on the environment.

 


 

Tomitaly (www.tomitaly.com)

We search for excellence produced in Italian fields and processed in our country:
from choosing the best soils to selecting the best seeds through careful cultivation, harvesting, and processing to preserve the original nutritional value of the product and ensure its authenticity


 

Vinoveritas (www.vinoveritasfl.com)

Vinoveritas LC of Largo, LF represents over 30 Italian Wineries that have satisfied CEO Maurilio Purpura’s stringent requirements for Authenticity in the production of their wonderful wines originating from ten of Italy’s distinct regions exported to the United States in the care of Vinoveritas LC licensed to distribute in the states of Florida, Georgia, Texas, Arizona, and Nevada.


 

 

 

SILVER EXHIBITORS

 

 

 

Caffè Kimbo (www.kimbocoffee.com – imported by Prime Line Distributors)

Kimbo’s mission is to spread Italian coffee around the world and make a quality product available on the national and foreign market, inspired by the Neapolitan tradition, authentically made in Italy, made with the most advanced technologies, respecting people and the environment. Working with commitment and passion to preserve and enhance the specificity of Italian espresso, interpreting the evolution of customs and taste to offer a product that is always current.


 

Carpigiani (https://carpigiani.com/us)

Established in 1946 in Italy and present in the North American market since 1963, Carpigiani enjoys an unrivaled market position, thanks to top-quality products, customer service, education programs, and technological innovation. The company supports its equipment with a worldwide network of highly skilled sales and service technicians to sell ice cream and gelato equipment.


 

De Cecco (www.dececco.com)

De Cecco is the leader in the imported pasta category in the USA. Our Company has been in the USA for 130 years. Family owned by the De Cecco family, we proudly produced 100% Italian Made Pasta with Our De Cecco Method: Best Durum Wheat from around the world, Coarse Semolina, Slow Drying, cold Majella Water & Coarse texture.


 

GoWine (https://www.gowineusa.com/)

Go Wine is one of the premier wholesalers of fine wines in the state of Florida. Founded in January 2015 by seasoned industry pioneers with a shared passion for fine wine with the core philosophy to provide exemplary customer service while always striving to exceed expectations. Go Wine organization is proud to represent an exceptional portfolio of high quality, terroir centric and historic producers from around the world, the majority of which are family owned.

 


 

Canditfrucht – Orange Moon (www.orangemoon.it)

candittrucht is one of the most modern citrus processing industries, constantly striving for excellence in product quality and full satisfaction of our customers. For over fifty years, our goal has been to create a final product that meets all the requirements of freshness and authenticity. How do we do it? Our history provides us with a valuable wealth of information and know-how and makes us aware that the market increasingly requires high-quality raw materials and a constant search for the most innovative techniques in the manufacturing process of the product. The open and lasting collaboration relationship with our customers demonstrates that we are able to provide a service that is increasingly tailored to the customer’s needs.
Orange Moon synthesizes the perfect fusion between the Sicilian candied orange and dark chocolate or white chocolate. A combination of intense tastes, combined to tickle your palate and your eyes. Its sinuous and irregular shape, due to the typical handwork, gives it an exclusive and unique aspect. Due to its fine composition, Orange Moon is directed to the lovers of those sweets creations that can give immense pleasure, to satisfy the finest and most particular sensitivity.


 

Cantina del Castello (https://www.cantinacastello.it/)

Cantina del Castello is a winery made up of people passionate about the territory of the vineyards and wine. We are the last winery that still vinifies the Garganega and Trebbiano grapes inside the city walls of Soave Castle. Garganega and Trebbiano grapes are coming from the Classico area where the soil is of volcanic origin and gives minerality and sapidity to wines produced. Since its origins, Cantina del Castello has also produced red wines from Valpolicella.


 

PreGel America (https://pregelamerica.com)

PreGel AMERICA is an international company with a strong family imprint that includes all the employees and collaborators who work every day with passion to continue to create cutting-edge products for the gelato, ice cream, pastry and beverage sectors that constitutes the soul of the company. PreGel has a history of over fifty years within the industry and always strives for simplicity, determination and creativity.


Rational USA (www.rational-online.com)

With market-leading technology, RATIONAL is committed to bringing you outstanding food quality, optimized work processes, and high potential savings in terms of space, money, energy, and raw materials. Covering 90% of conventional cooking applications, the iCombi Pro and iVario Pro cooking systems make an unbeatable team for your kitchen.

 


 

Sambonet Rosenthal (www.rosenthal-hotel-restaurant.com)

Established in 1856, Sambonet has been creating collections that consolidated the company’s attention to design and are now a leader in the production of high-quality design tabletops and kitchens, destined for both the retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector. Rosenthal Sambonet Paderno USA is a leading supplier of dinnerware, flatware, holloware, and cookware serving Hotel & Restaurant professionals.


 

Strega Liqueur (www.strega.it/en/)

Created in 1860, Strega liqueur is one of the most famous Italian liqueurs, it is unique and unmistakable for its taste, thanks to the exclusive use of natural ingredients. Its processing starts with the grinding of about 70 herbs and spices, they are being selected from all over the world, and each one of them has unique properties. Among these herbs we find Ceylon cinnamon, Florentine iris, Italian Apennine juniper, Samnite mint, which grows along the riverbanks in the whole region. The liqueur gets its characteristic yellow colour from the precious Saffron that is added to the herb distillate. Its unique, yet versatile flavour can be enjoyed in many ways: neat, icy or mixed in more sophisticated long drinks and cocktails.


 

NCCGA of CT, Inc. is the sole US importer for the Vincenzi Distillery of Turin, Itlay, founded in 1930.  All Vincenzi products are Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Certified Kosher. both Orthodox Union in the USA and Hadas Belz in Isreal.  All have scored over 90 Points and received multiple Gold Medals.


 

Zafferano America (www.zafferanoamerica.com)

Zafferano America is the exclusive distributor of the award-winning lighting and glassware designs of Federico de Majo of Zafferano SRL, Treviso, Italy. Collections include cordless lighting, colored glassware, and handmade tableware for hotels, restaurants, designers, retailers, and online customers. Design and workmanship find perfect synergy and expression in Federico de Majo’s work.


 

PARTNERS

 

450gradi (https://450gradipizzerias.com/)


 


Acqua Panna & San Pellegrino (www.acquapanna.com – www.sanpellegrino.com)


 

Bonollo (https://www.ofbonollo.it/)

 


 

Calvisius Caviar (https://calvisiususa.com/)

 


 

Flora Fine Foods (https://florafoods.com/)

& Orvino Wine Imports (https://orvinowine.com/)

 


 

 

 


Mamma Leone (https://mammaleonebakery.com/)

 


 

Mosaico (https://mosaicosomi.com/


 

Palat (https://palatmiami.com/)

 


 

Portosole (https://portosolemiami.com/)

 


 

Salumeria 104 (https://www.salumeria104.com)      

 


 

Sardomare Catering & Events (https://sardomarecatering.com/)

 


 

Top Wines Import (www.topwinesimport.com


 

Toscana Divino (www.toscanadivino.com)

 


 

Tullio Ristorante Italiano (https://tulliomiami.com/)

 


 

Verace Artisan Pizza (www.versaceartisan.com)

 


 

Zucca Miami (https://zuccamiami.com/)

 

 

 

 

THE TALKS

 

June 7 | 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

CORAL GABLES COUNTRY CLUB

(997 N Greenway Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33134)

 

2:30 pm | CHECK-IN opens

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm | THE TALKS

 

2:30 pm | Cruise Lines panel: “Consumer trends and the strive for delivering an exceptional dining experience onboard”

In an effort to satisfy passengers and improve the sustainability of culinary operations, cruise companies continue to upgrade the food and beverage alternatives available onboard their ships.

  • Alia Abou-Asali, VP Purchasing & Logistics, The Apollo Group
  • Jessica Domm-Penberthy, Senior Manager – Shipboard Marketing, Oceania Cruises | Regent Seven Seas Cruises
  • Charles Steadman, Director, Food and Beverage Experience and Strategic Partnerships, Virgin Voyages

 

3:15 pm | Restaurants and distributors panel: “The future of Miami’s restaurant scene” 

Big names transplant, innovative concepts, new establishments openings at a fast pace. The restaurant scene in Miami is booming, but what are the challenges?

  • Francesco Balli, Co-founder, and CEO, Grove Bay Hospitality Group
  • Luis Landaeta, Business Development Manager, Sysco
  • Nick Politis, CEO, Mr. Greens Produce
  • Graziano Sbroggiò, Founder and Owner, Graspa Group

 

4:00 pm | Florida Small Business Development Center presentation: “Introduction to SBDC no-cost programs and resources to help hospitality businesses succeed 

  • Shelly Bernal, International Trade Consultant | Business Coach, Florida SBDC

 

 

 

AIT 2018

Watch here the recap of the 2018 Authentic Italian event:

 

Organized by:

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Under the auspices of:

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MAIN PARTNERS

BANNER MAIN PARTNERS

FOOD PARTNERS

BANNER FOOD PARTNER

BEVERAGE PARTNERS

BANNER BEVERAGE PARTNERS

 

FVG Week in Miami | In Store Tastings

IN-STORE PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Five gourmet markets in Miami will be involved in these promotional activities. All food lovers and friends of the Chambers are invited to stop by and taste Friulian typical food products, including Prosciutto San Daniele and Montasio cheese. The activity will take place on:

Tuesday, October 25th to Saturday, October 29th

1:00pm – 7:00pm at

 

  • Casa Tua Cucina

70 SW 7th St, Miami, FL 33130

https://www.casatualife.com/cucina.html

 

  • Marky’s

687 NE 79 Street, Miami, FL 33138

markys.com

 

  • Mercato Miami

460 NE 28th St, Miami, FL 33137

facebook.com/mercatomiami

 

  • Origini Italian Market

6709 Bird Road, Miami, FL 33155

originimarket.com

 

  • Prima Classe Italian Market & Café

842 1st St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

facebook.com/primaclassemiamibeach

 

The FVG Week brings to you the most iconic food & wine selection:

 

  • Prosciutto di San Daniele PDO: It is a dry cured ham that has been produced the same way for a thousand-year. It is a PDO product, which means that the breed and the feeding of the pig, are tightly controlled to assure quality and consistency, its production takes up to 12-13 months. The air from the mountains and the Adriatic Sea makes the San Daniele area the perfect place where to age prosciutto. To know more, visit: https://prosciuttosandaniele.it/en/.
  • Montasio cheese PDO: derives its name from the Montasio mountain range in the Friuli region. It was originally produced in the 13th century by Benedictine monks at their monastery in the Julian Alps. Although it was originally produced with sheep’s milk, it is now made with fresh cow’s milk, and the progressive transformation process is closely monitored. The Montasio consortium’s trademark is stamped on the upper crust, assuring that quality methods and traditions have been met. To know more, visit: https://www.montasio.com/en/.
  • Friulan DOC & IGT wines: Friuli Venezia Giulia is an area with an innate vocation for viticulture. The area planted with vines is about 20,000 hectares, 60% cultivated with white varieties, and more than 75% in DOC areas. There are about 1,500 active wineries, with an average vineyard area of about 2 hectares, whereas wineries with less than 10 hectares make up 80% of the total. Friuli DOC denominations include DOC Collio, DOC Friuli Aquileia, DOC Friuli Colli Orientali e Ramandolo, DOC Friuli Grave, DOC Friuli Latisana, and DOC Friuli-Venezia Giulia. To know more, visit: https://www.consorziodocfvg.it/.
  • Tergeste Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s EVO oils are among the most highly valued in Italy, and a large percentage of Friuli’s extra virgin olive oil originates from olives grown on the southern slopes of the hills. Such soils benefit from the constant influence of the breeze and the presence of the sea to mitigate temperatures. Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s extra virgin olive oil production boasts some excellent oils with protected designations of origin, such as Tergeste Extra Virgin Olive Oil PDO. To know more, visit: https://www.turismofvg.it/dop-products/tergeste-oil-and-other-oils.

 

FRIULI-VENEZIA GIULIA: ITS LANDS AND ITS PRODUCTS

THE TERRITORY

 

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is a region rich in art, history, and natural landscapes.

 

The easternmost region of northern Italy, Friuli-Venezia Giulia borders Slovenia on the east, Austria on the north, the Adriatic Sea on the south, and Veneto on the west. It comprises two geographical areas: Friuli, which makes up most of the region, and Venezia Giulia, a small sliver of land along the Adriatic coast between Friuli and the city of Trieste.

 

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is home to numerous unique territories and cities, from the west to the east:

  • Pordenone, the city known for its Mosaicist’s School and its stunning Middle Age and Renaissance castles in the surroundings;
  • Udine, former capital of the medieval Patria del Friuli, famous for its osterie and for its Friulan dialect, a mix of Italian, Slavic and German languages;
  • Gorizia, the former Italian iron curtain city, now reunited with its Slovene sister city, Nova Gorica with its medieval charm, surrounded by gentle Collio hills;
  • Trieste, the fascinating region’s capital with its breathtaking views on the sea and the Karst heights, and the melting of Italian, Mittel-European, and Balkan culture.

 

To know more about Friuli-Venezia Giulia and its tourist destinations, visit https://www.turismofvg.it/en

 

 

THE FOOD & WINE EXCELLENCE

 

Thanks to their strategic location between the Adriatic Sea and the beautiful Julian Alps, Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s territories and their biodiversity gave rise to some of the finest Italian food products.

 

The FVG Week brings to you the most iconic food & wine selection:

 

  • Prosciutto di San Daniele PDO: It is a dry cured ham that has been produced the same way for a thousand-year. It is a PDO product, which means that the breed and the feeding of the pig, are tightly controlled to assure quality and consistency, its production takes up to 12-13 months. The air from the mountains and the Adriatic Sea makes the San Daniele area the perfect place where to age prosciutto. To know more, visit: https://prosciuttosandaniele.it/en/.
  • Montasio cheese PDO: derives its name from the Montasio mountain range in the Friuli region. It was originally produced in the 13th century by Benedictine monks at their monastery in the Julian Alps. Although it was originally produced with sheep’s milk, it is now made with fresh cow’s milk, and the progressive transformation process is closely monitored. The Montasio consortium’s trademark is stamped on the upper crust, assuring that quality methods and traditions have been met. To know more, visit: https://www.montasio.com/en/.
  • Friulan DOC & IGT wines: Friuli Venezia Giulia is an area with an innate vocation for viticulture. The area planted with vines is about 20,000 hectares, 60% cultivated with white varieties, and more than 75% in DOC areas. There are about 1,500 active wineries, with an average vineyard area of about 2 hectares, whereas wineries with less than 10 hectares make up 80% of the total. Friuli DOC denominations include DOC Collio, DOC Friuli Aquileia, DOC Friuli Colli Orientali e Ramandolo, DOC Friuli Grave, DOC Friuli Latisana, and DOC Friuli-Venezia Giulia. To know more, visit: https://www.consorziodocfvg.it/.
  • Tergeste Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s EVO oils are among the most highly valued in Italy, and a large percentage of Friuli’s extra virgin olive oil originates from olives grown on the southern slopes of the hills. Such soils benefit from the constant influence of the breeze and the presence of the sea to mitigate temperatures. Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s extra virgin olive oil production boasts some excellent oils with protected designations of origin, such as Tergeste Extra Virgin Olive Oil PDO. To know more, visit: https://www.turismofvg.it/dop-products/tergeste-oil-and-other-oils.

 

 

EXHIBITORS DIRECTORY

 

PLATINUM EXHIBITOR

 

Consorzio Olio Toscano IGP (www.oliotoscanoigp.com)

The Toscano PGI extra virgin olive oil Consortium was officially founded on November 13, 1997, by Tuscan olive growers. Toscano PGI extra virgin olive oil offers maximum certainty of authenticity. The consortium safeguards each bottle with its signature, by checking the supply chain, which rigorously takes place in Tuscany, from the harvest to the packaging. Toscano PGI extra virgin olive – a unique cultural heritage of the Tuscan territory- is safeguarded by the Protected Geographical Indication since 1998. The Consortium will be present at the event with 10 member companies presenting their authentic Toscano PGI extra virgin olive oil.

 

The delegation of companies participating with the Consorzio are:

 

Bove Gabriele (http://www.palazzobove.it/olio-bove/

Palazzo Bove is an elegant 15th century residence, located on the top of a village immersed in the suggestive hills of Lucca (Tuscany). The garden, the palace and the lemon house are ideal locations for holidays, events and ceremonies. BOVE IGP extravirgin olive oil is produced with passion in our olive groves.

 

Frantoio Pruneti (www.pruneti.it

For over than 160 years we have been taking care of our 30 000 olive trees, in Chianti Classico. The Excellence of our 4 collections of Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the fruit of the passion and commitment we invest every day to extract tasty, healthy and natural Evoo. We promote all around the world a correct Culture of Extra Virgin Olive Oil as a “Art of Bienvivre”, respecting the health of our Planet and all Pruneti “lovers”. It is the essence of the 100% Pruneti Art of Healthy Living in Chianti Classico, the art of the good, beauty, healthy and well done to explore in the Pruneti Collections.

 

Il Forte SRL – Idea Toscana (www.ideatoscana.it

Idea Toscana is the ambassador of Tuscan quality excellence in the world. The company was founded in 2002 and is specialized in the production of natural and organic cosmetics for skin and body care, following the best Tuscan manufacturing tradition. Knowledge and flavors, aromas and colors, a healthy lifestyle and the artisan excellence, these values are transmitted and included in our products.

 

La Torre SRL Soc. Agricola (www.relaislatorre.it

The farm la torre is entirely organic and covers about 180 ha of land with its over 6000 olive trees, 14 ha of vineyard and 40 ha of land for grain producing extra virgin olive oil igp toscano, chianti wine and flours. We also have an accommodation for 30 people and a restaurant.

 

Oleificio Sardelli spa (www.sardelli.it

Oleificio Sardelli S.p.A. is a company founded in 1956 by Guido Sardelli specialized in production and marketing of best quality olive oils and still exclusively owned by the Sardelli family. Oleificio Sardelli also offers wines and oils produced by Fattoria di Doccia, a wide organic farm owned by Sardelli family in the heart of Toscany.

 

Società Agricola Le Rogaie di Pietro Poggi & C. snc (www.lerogaie.it

LE ROGAIE – a Tuscan name for brambles  – is a young company whose aim is to take care of nature, its inhabitants and itsfruits. Our work is oriented towards the production of quality goods that are both linked to tradition and sustainable for theenvironment.

 


 

GOLD EXHIBITORS

 

Impero Wines Distributors (www.imperowinedistributors.com

Impero Wine distributors USA has been present in the wine Industry for over 16 year. It Imports and distributes nationwide, specializes in Italian Wine with a focus on quality and price. Impero wine distributors USA is using a unique method to protect and support a network of entrepreneurs who work alongside as partner and collaborators by sharing their knowledge and experience across the country.

 


 

Orvino Wine Imports (www.orvinowine.com)

The Orvino Wine family of wines began with roughly 40 labels, all from Italy. With strong partnerships and family connections in all regions in Italy, the Orvino Wine portfolio only continues to get stronger. Orvino Wine prides itself on being able to offer highly sought after and recognizable labels, at a value unparalleled by other wine regions in the world.

 


 

Ruffino (www.ruffino.com)

Ruffino is a multifaceted business centered on the production of quality Italian wines, whose mission incorporates the key requirements of contemporary agriculture. An established producer of top Tuscan wines with over a hundred years of history, which continues to provide the basis of its popularity, more recently the company extended its vision beyond these historic Tuscan estates with wines that achieve their highest expression in Veneto, whose terrain is especially suited to the production of quality Prosecco and white wines.

 


 

Palazzo di Varignana (www.palazzovarignana.us )

Palazzo di Varignana is an award-winning Superior Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil made with historical olives from Emilia-Romagna, recognized and appreciated around the world for its unique tasting profile, commitment to excellence, and attention to sustainability. Recipient of 3 Gold Awards at the 2022 New York International Olive Oil Competition, Tre Foglie Gambero Rosso, Bibenda, Gran Olio Slow Food, Japan Olive Oil Prize, it has been included among the 500 best oil production companies in the world by the FLOS OLEI 2022 Guide. Founded in 1705, the site of Palazzo di Varignana is also an elegant destination nestled in picturesque hills around Bologna, the gastronomic capital of Italy and epitome of true Italian lifestyle.

 

 


 

Valdo USA (www.valdo.com)

Valdo is a family-owned winery located in Valdobbiadene, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1926, Valdo is one of the most historic and trusted brands specialized in premium Prosecco and Italian sparkling wines, blending tradition with innovation. Passion for quality and strong commitment to sustainability are the key company values driving Valdo into the future.

 


 

SILVER EXHIBITORS

 

Acetaia Giuseppe Giusti (www.giusti.it)

Since the seventeenth century, the Giusti family has been producing Balsamic Vinegar, passing down a recipe that creates a complex harmony of flavors and a product of excellence, appreciated all over the world. Creating an exceptional balsamic vinegar depends on the competence, experience, attention to detail and the lengthy period of aging. Proud of a know-how which has been refined over its 400 years family history, Giusti combines both its respect for tradition with a sense of local corporate responsibility and a modern and sustainable production philosophy.

 


 

Consorzio Prosciutto di Parma (www.prosciuttodiparma.com)

The production of genuine Parma Ham is the story of a special relationship between man and nature.With its full-bodied flavour and silky texture, Parma Ham is a world-class specialty food. Favoured by discriminating chefs, this ham from the heartland of Italy enhances appetizers, pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches and entrées.


 

Irinox (www.irinoxprofessional.com/usa/)

Irinox was established in 1989 in Corbanese, in Italy, and is internationally-renowned for specializing in blast chillers and shock freezers. Their Italian-made products are entirely manufactured in their plants, in a 9,000 m2 area on the outskirts of Treviso. Irinox has introduced the concepts of rapid cold and high quality preservation in the world of catering, pastry, ice cream, bread making and the food industry.

 


 

RAK Porcelain USA (www.rakporcelain.com)

 

RAK Porcelain is the fastest growing tabletop company that specializes in the manufacturing and supply of exquisite quality Porcelain Tableware, Stolzle Glassware and Sola flatware to the Global HORECA industry.

 


 

Rational USA (www.rational-online.com)

With market-leading technology, RATIONAL is committed to bringing you outstanding food quality, optimized work processes, and high potential savings in terms of space, money, energy, and raw materials. Covering 90% of conventional cooking applications, the iCombi Pro and iVario Pro cooking systems make an unbeatable team for your kitchen.

 


 

Sambonet Rosenthal (www.rosenthal-hotel-restaurant.com)

Established in 1856, Sambonet has been creating collections which consolidated the company’s attention to design and is now a leader in the production of high-quality design tabletop and kitchen, destined for both the retail and the Ho.Re.Ca. sector.

 


 

 

Shaw Ross (www.shawross.com)

Founded in 1968 as a boutique wine and spirit importer representing a handful of brands, Shaw-Ross has grown into one of the nation’s leading importers representing over 30 suppliers from around the world. Shaw-Ross is able to offer to its clients a wide range of interesting and unique products that are relevant today.

 


 

SouthWest Florida Pansardo (www.pansardo.com)

Pansardo LLC DBA Pansardo Italian Food Specialties is the Ambassador in Southern Florida for all the great food and life style of Sardinia, Italy’s Longevity Blue Zone Island, one of only five in the whole world, our everyday diet based on Bread (including crackers and breadchips) Cheese and Wine and to finish some very fine almond and filled Pastry.

 


 

Steelite USA (www.steelite.com)

Steelite International is a world leading manufacturer and supplier of award winning tabletop and buffet solutions for the hospitality industry. Listening to customers has allowed them to offer innovative solutions in china, metal, glass, wood and melamine. Servicing over 140 countries, they are committed to offering the best in functionality and design, while minimizing the effect on the environment. Steelite International proudly produces over 500,000 pieces of tableware every week – 140,000 of those are cups, which weigh the same as 5 double decker buses.

 


 

Tartufo d’Istria (www.tartufoistria.com)

Tartufo D’Istria serves the global cuisine with the best quality fresh truffles and gourmet tartufo products on the market, constantly focusing on the demands of our customers, who wish to be supplied with good quality fresh products, in a longer season, and with new delicacy species, that were unknown in the culinary industry.

 


 

Zia Pia Imports (www.ziapia.com)

Zia Pia is a boutique importer specializing in fine, authentic regional Italian foods. Our suppliers are non-industrial, family-owned producers who combine traditional principles of authenticity and flavor with Italian design and style to create superior products, beautiful on the inside and out.

 


 

PARTNERS

 


Acqua Panna & San Pellegrino (www.acquapanna.com – www.sanpellegrino.com)

Acqua Panna is a water that’s worth savoring. Crafted by nature for an unmistakable taste, filtered drop-by-drop through the sun drenched hills of Tuscany since 1654. The balanced and unmistakable taste of Acqua Panna makes it the finest water to savor at the best tables. Acqua Panna is Tuscany captured in a bottle.

“Tastefully Italian” is how San Pellegrino describes itself. Two words to introduce a dimension full of taste: of course, the unmistakable taste of S.Pellegrino, with its gentle bubbles and fine mineral balance. But from a wider perspective, its the idea of living life in good taste, seen as the Italian sense of style and quality.

 


 

Gelato & Co (www.florida.gelatoeco.com)

Their gelato is made with the very best, real ingredients, in their raw and most natural form – everything is made from scratch. Ready-made” ingredients including colorings, flavorings, and preservatives have no place at Gelato & Co. No GMOs either. By using real ingredients, Gelato & Co achieves full-bodied texture and flavor in their gelato. They aim to embody the farm to table concept” using organic produce direct from local farmers whenever possible.

 


 

Gelato-Go (www.gelatogo.net)

Gelato-Go’s secret is the meticulous search of the best ingredients used in each of their recipes, imported from their homeland of Italy or fresh fruits grown by local farmers. Gelato-Go serves its costumers a healthy and quality product which contains only natural and artisanal components. Taste their products is to feel the delicious & true flavors of Italy with less calories.

 


 

Gioia Eat (www.gioiaeathollywood.com)

With many years of journey in the hospitality industry, Gioia Eat has made a mark for itself in Hollywood, FL. Gioia Eat-Tasteful Italian kitchen, seafood to die for, and traditional but also modern Pizza Restaurant. At Gioia Eat they pride themselves in using the freshest ingredients and quality products. Their dishes are made with great attention to the recipes keeping in mind the authentic taste and flavors of the cuisine.

 


 

 

Incanto Events (www.incantoevents.com)

At Incanto Events Bakery you will explore the taste of their organic and natural products. Their ultimate goal is to bring on the table fresh and tasty ingredients, thanks to their delicious recipes. Quality is the best recipe you can choose, and that is what Incanto Events chooses every day.

 


 

Made in Italy (www.madeinitalytruck.com)

Made in Italy is the real Italian truck established in 2017 by Lucia and Juan. The two chefs met at the Centrale. Lucia worked as a Pasta Maker and Juan as a Pizza Maker. The love for family traditions, cuisine and Italian history led them to the Made in Italy project. They could continue to tell their story for hours, but when the classic dishes become legendary, the description of their craftsmen becomes superfluous since it is all there, in their culinary productions.

 


 

Mercato Miami (https://www.facebook.com/mercatomiami)

At Mercato’s you can find some of the most known typical Italian produce to do your groceries the real Italian style: good wines, different kinds of pasta, tomato sauces, several kinds of cheeses, extra virgin olive oil and much more. Enjoy the Italian taste at Mercato’s!

 


 

‘O Munaciello (www.munaciello-miami.com)

Recreating and interpreting traditional Neapolitan dishes, O Munaciello is a full-menu restaurant and pizzeria located in the MiMo district of Miami. The restaurant has its roots as one of the most celebrated restaurants in Florence, Italy.O Munaciello uses local produce and fine imported goods to create dishes found nowhere else in the South Florida region. Its pizzas are even baked in a made-to-measure brick oven handmade in Naples, Italy. Their commitment to authentic cuisine, outstanding service, and a unique atmosphere make O Munaciello a unique addition to the Miami culinary scene.

 


 

Piadina 305 (www.piadina305.com)

Bringing the best piadina riminese to Miami! Long time friends Alex and Daniele have over 40 years combined experience in the food and hospitality industry serving up to top food and service. The first Piadina shop in Lake Maggiore was started by Alex, his brother Mattia and his father, Bruno Palumbo in 1998. Mattia still owns and operates Piada Planet today.

 


 

Rosetta Bakery (www.rosettabakery.com)

Rosetta Bakery has been conceived with the intent to be an official ambassador of the Italian art of baking, a genuine mix of history, highest quality ingredients exclusively Made in Italy and timeless traditions. Rosetta Bakery is all about the quality of the ingredients and the highest standard in terms of production processes: each store has a live menu” made of fresh products constantly baked in the kitchen which has a glass wall that allows people not only to be customers but also the audience of an unexpected show.

 


 

Santa Margherita USA (www.santamargheritausa.com)

Santa Margherita USA is a fine wine import company representing premium and ultra-premium wine estates from Italy. Since their founding in 1935, Count Gaetano Marzotto dedicated his life to establishing Santa Margherita and its estates as one of the leading ambassadors of Italian wine excellence around the world. With the establishment of Santa Margherita USA in 2016, they proudly carry on his vision in the United States.

 


 

Spris (www.sprispizza.com)

20 years ago, Spris Pizza concept was born. Today, with their high quality ingredients plus the world-class pizzaiolos, they now have multiple locations: Lincoln Road, Midtown, South Miami, The Wharf, The Carousel Club and their Spris Ape Truck for events!

 


 

Top Wines Import (www.topwinesimport.com)

Top Wines Import was founded in 2012 by Antonino Nigrelli who embraces his passion for wines from all over the world, he is personally and intimately involved in the careful selection of each wine from vineyard to the customer’s glass. The Company’s Portfolio, represent Wines from many countries around the world, such as Italy, France, Argentina, Chile, etc. Always focusing in Quality, Authenticity and Personal Experience, they are focused on showcasing true terroir-driven experiences from the most reputable wine regions in the world.

 


 

Toscana Divino (www.toscanadivino.com)

Eat Well. Live Well. Be Well.

They believe that eating well contributes to an unsurpassed quality of life and wholeheartedly embrace the proverb, “S/he who eats well, lives well.” For this reason, they don’t cut corners. They only source and serve high-quality food beginning with as many local ingredients as are available because they know that seasonal and locally sourced food has the most flavor and nutritive value. They complement these ingredients with Made in Italy products for additional taste, texture and aroma, because Italian products are strictly governed by consortiums with rigid quality standards that guarantee their superiority. Toscana Divino and its chef Andrea Marchesin, will feature 2 Gourmet Experiences during the Grand Tasting, organized in private rooms of maximum 30 people.

 


 

Verace Artisan Pizza (www.versaceartisan.com)

Let’s party together with Verace Artisan Pizza! They’re a mobile wood fired pizza catering company, which means they bring the party to you! They make Artisan pizza the way it’s been made in Padova, Italy for many years. Their menu is chef-driven featuring local, fresh, and organic ingredients. Their traveling pizzeria arrives with a talented Pizza Chef to surprise the guests with acrobatic pizza skills, while freshly preparing to serve them.