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Loved throughout the world, Italian cuisine offers a great variety of tastes and ingredients. Tracing its roots from the 4th century BC, the flavors and dishes of Italy have been influenced by rulers and conquerors, political upheaval and the discovery of the New World. Each region and even province has its own food traditions, specialties and wines.

From pasta making to seasonal dishes and wine tastings, the Italian Cultural Center offers many events to celebrate Italy’s rich culinary landscape.

Check out our calendar of events by clicking the links on this page.

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Upcoming events

    • 26 Mar 2023
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Mid-City Kitchen, 693 Raymond Ave., St. Paul, 55114.
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    MAKE & TAKE

    Gnocchi di Patate


    Sunday, March 26, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm
    Small group, max. 10 participants

     With native Italian Romina Montanari,
    ICC's Instructor and Food & Wine Manager.
    In addition to her cooking expertise, Romina is also passionate about sharing information and discuss cultural aspects of Italian cucina & life.



    Learn, make, and taste gnocchi di patate.

    Gnocchi di Patate – delicate Italian dumplings made from potatoes and traditionally served as a first course – are a versatile and delicious alternative to fresh pasta. 

    On Sunday, March 26, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, ICC instructor and native Italian, Romina Montanari, will lead a hands-on cooking session, teaching students how to make Gnocchi di Patate at Mid-City Kitchen, a beautiful space in St. Paul.

    Romina will demonstrate the process, and then it will be your turn to create some Gnocchi di Patate of your own! Each participant will have the opportunity to enjoy a glass of wine, taste some gnocchi, learn the history of this dish,  and bring home their gnocchi. 

    All ingredients are included, but please bring 1 cookie tray and 2 light kitchen towels to carry your gnocchi home.



    By registering for this event, you fully agree to the following terms and conditions: Event Liability Release

    All events must be cancelled 72 hours in advance to receive a refund, less administrative fee. 


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    Your contribution makes it possible for us to continue our mission to promote Italian language and culture. Grazie!


         

     





    • 01 Apr 2023
    • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    • IN PERSON
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    On Saturday, April 1, from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m., an ICC Italian native  instructor will lead a small group in a casual conversation format. Participants will enjoy traditional Italian coffee, Italian breakfast staples – pane, burro e marmellata – along with some dolcetti.

    This is intended to be an informal class aimed at Italian students of all proficiency levels. This class will offer the opportunity to practice the Italian phrases you know, learn new ones and improve your comprehension skills – all in a laid back atmosphere. Space is limited and will fill quickly - Register now!

    WHEN: Saturday, April 1,  9:30 until 11:00 a.m.

    Future dates: 8, 22 April; 6,13 May

    Write us at contact@theitalianculturalcenter.org for any questions.  

    All activities and events must be cancelled a minimum of 72 hours in advance to receive a refund less administrative fee.







    • 08 Apr 2023
    • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    • IN PERSON
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    On Saturday, April 8, from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m., an ICC Italian native  instructor will lead a small group in a casual conversation format. Participants will enjoy traditional Italian coffee, Italian breakfast staples – pane, burro e marmellata – along with some dolcetti.

    This is intended to be an informal class aimed at Italian students of all proficiency levels. This class will offer the opportunity to practice the Italian phrases you know, learn new ones and improve your comprehension skills – all in a laid back atmosphere. Space is limited and will fill quickly - Register now!

    WHEN: Saturday, April 8,  9:30 until 11:00 a.m.

    Future dates: April 22; May 6,13

    Write us at contact@theitalianculturalcenter.org for any questions.  

    All activities and events must be cancelled a minimum of 72 hours in advance to receive a refund less administrative fee.







    • 13 Apr 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Ave N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55405
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    Le Vie del Vino

    Piemonte

    Lesser-Known Grape Varieties

    WINE EDUCATION
    Thursday, April 13, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 



    Join us for an educational class about Piemonte Lesser-Known Grape Varieties and Wines, one of Italy's greatest wine regions. Piemonte is one of the country's most spectacular-looking regions, tucked in just south of the Alps (Piemonte means " foot of the mountain"), and is home to some of the greatest red wines in the world, made from the Nebbiolo varietal.

    Piedmont has another hidden treasure because it hosts an impressive range of indigenous (autochthonous) grape varieties that have not yet reached international recognition. Tonight we will discover and learn about the lesser-known native grape varieties and taste their wines with The Piedmont Guy. Charcuterie boards "taglieri di salumi e formaggi" and breadsticks "grissini" will be also enjoyed by the guests.




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    All events must be cancelled 72 hours in advance to receive a refund, less administrative fee. 

    • 21 Apr 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • ONLINE
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    Virtual Trip to EMILIA ROMAGNA


    LIVE FROM ITALY 

    presented in English & Italian by Silvia Mazza,

    Travel Specialist at Emilia Romagna Region Tourism Board


    Friday, April 21 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT via Zoom

    IN ENGLISH & ITALIAN

      


    Planning to travel to Italy? Do you want to discover the beauty and the diversity of each of the 20 Italian regions?

    Improve your travel experience knowing more about each region of Italy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the expert regional guides. Each region offers a unique experience including art and cultural cities, landscape and nature, outdoor activities and local food and wine.

    Our virtual tour will take us to Emilia Romagna region: the ultimate Italy

    Take a road trip to Emilia Romagna to discover the best Italian produce and the quintessential ‘Dolce vita’ way of life epitomizes the Emilia Romagna region, located in the heart of Italy to the north of Florence and south of Milan. The region is easy to reach as there are three international airports: Bologna, Parma and Rimini.

    The region boasts 10 towns, renowned for their art, culture and UNESCO world heritage sites; the Via Emilia route going from North-West to South-East; the unblemished landscapes of the Apennine Mountains and Po River Delta with their national and regional parks perfect for cycling and trekking; the Motor Valley with its Ferrari, Ducati and Lamborghini factories, the Spa facilities and finest sports events such as the prestigious Tour de France in 2024, as well as family fun all along the 110 km coastline of the Adriatic Riviera.

    Emilia Romagna is also called the Food Valley because it is home to the world’s best food and drink  – including Parma ham, Traditional Balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, fresh home-made pasta, and Gotturnio, Lambrusco and Pignoletto wines.

    Genuine Italy at its best! 


    Silvia Mazza BIO

    Tourism has always been a passion and a profession to me. It all started when my German mother met my father while she was on holiday in Rimini, on the Adriatic Coast: I am the result of that love born on vacation, so we can say that tourism is in my DNA! I have always loved to travel, to discover new places and cultures. I started my career as animator in tourist resorts all over the world, then I became tour leader and finally I landed to work in tourism promotion over 20 years ago. It’s a very gratifying work, trying to boost tourism in the region where I was born and grown up. I am aware that there are a lot of amazing things to see, taste, experience, enjoy and I am happy to share this knowledge to anyone who is curious to learn more about Emilia Romagna.


    ONLINE EVENT

    All registered participants will be sent the webinar recording.


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    Your contribution makes it possible for us to continue our mission to promote Italian language and culture. Grazie!

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