Tony Loeb

☕ Triestespresso Expo 2024 will be happening on October 24-26 at the Generali Convention Center in Trieste, aimed at connecting the global coffee market. This 11th edition introduces a B2B matchmaking activity and will be attended by visitors from over 20 countries. The event includes conferences on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), coming into effect December 30, 2024, and features Turkey as the guest country. Workshops by Illy and various competitions are also part of the program.

🍕 Obicà Mozzarella Bar celebrates its 20th anniversary with exclusive "Anniversary Special" dishes and events showcasing Italian authenticity and quality. From September to October, Obicà introduces a new menu featuring Salumificio Santoro's traditional products, including a salumi platter and three unique pizzas made with type 1 flour and natural sourdough. Additionally, an "Italy Journey" drink list, created by beverage specialist Luca Scrimenti, offers six cocktails, each representing an Italian city where Obicà operates. The celebrations will conclude in November and December with offerings from Savitar, a leading quality truffle company. Obicà, founded in 2004 by Silvio Ursini and owned by the Scudieri Family, has 23 cosmopolitan restaurants worldwide, from Milan to Tokyo, with Buffalo Mozzarella DOP as its emblem.

🇮🇹 The 5th edition of "Roma Baccalà" concluded successfully from September 5-8 at Parco Schuster near the Basilica of San Paolo Fuori le Mura in Rome, highlighting Italian and Norwegian culinary traditions. The event, supported by Seafood from Norway and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Rome, featured tastings, cooking shows, and workshops. Chef Aleksander Strand of the Norwegian embassy showcased a Norwegian Bacalhau dish. The Norwegian cod is salted for 2-5 weeks and dried for 2-3 days, exporting for over 300 years, rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals.

🍽 From September 15-17, 2024, Ischia will host the 8th edition of Ischia Safari, a prestigious food festival. Organized by chefs Nino Di Costanzo and Pasquale Palamaro, it will feature global culinary professionals. This year's theme is sustainability and innovation, and proceeds will fund scholarships for culinary students. The event kicks off with a Charity Dinner at Hotel Regina Isabella featuring top Italian chefs and ends with a grand celebration at Parco Negombo with over 300 food professionals, international chefs, a special coffee blend launch, and a beach concert.