Third Global Italian Food Week
By the Italian Food Academy (Beijing) and
A Food Night held by Mr. Xie Guoyi, Ambassador of Italy in China
In celebration of the Third Global Italian Food Week, the Food Night, hosted by the Beijing Delegation of the Italian Food Institute, was held on November 23 at the residence of the Italian Embassy in Beijing. About 30 guests had the privilege of tasting elaborate dishes prepared by Ms. Cristina Bowerman, Michelin star chef, Mr. Frank Hao, General Manager of Tavola Restaurant in Beijing, and staff, as well as a variety of fine Italian wines offered by SinoDrink.
When all the guests were seated, Mr. Su Jieao, President of Beijing Delegation of the Italian Food Institute, announced the formal start of the dinner with the traditional bell-ringing action of the Food Institute. Then, Ambassador Xie Guoyi made a brief speech to welcome the guests.
APERITIVO & ANTIPASTO
Veal with tuna and vegetables
Tenuta Sant'Anna Prosecco Extra Dry
PRIMO
Italian steamed rice with hazelnut and flounder
Torre Rosazza Pinot Grigio
SECONDO
Cow cheeks with brandy sauce, dried apricots, tuber and spinach
Bricco dei Guazzi Barbera D'Asti
