Conferenze e Fiere

🌍 Koinè Tourism Forum (KTF), powered by TTG, debuts at Vicenza Convention Centre from March 5-7, 2026, aligned with the Marian Jubilee of Monte Berico. The event includes BTRI, hosting over 40 international and Italian buyers specialized in spiritual and cultural travel. Approximately 70% of Italy's art heritage is in religious sites. Activities include workshops, seminars, and a tour showcasing Vicenza. March 6 features one-to-one meetings for business transactions.

💸 Il Campidoglio chiarisce che l'introduzione di un ticket di 2 euro per la Fontana di Trevi è solo un'ipotesi, senza decisioni definitive. Dal 7 gennaio non è stata confermata alcuna data d'inizio. Nei primi sei mesi del 2025, il monumento ha attirato 5,3 milioni di visitatori. Se implementato, il ticket contribuirà ai servizi. Roma valuta da tempo questa possibilità, ma nessuna data è stata ufficializzata.

🍹 Mattia Schiaretti will curate drinks for the STAR charity event in April 2026, at Circolo di Lettura e Conversazione in Parma. The event features 5 Michelin Guide chefs and 5 Michelin-starred chefs from Emilia-Romagna, serving 200 guests. Proceeds benefit the Noi per Loro Association, supporting young oncology patients. STAR, a project by Simon's Food and event organizer Michela Paini, merges fine dining and charity. Schiaretti also owns Choice Cocktail Bar, opened in 2020.

🍷 On December 19, at Gucci Giardino in Florence, Lorenzo Antinori from Bar Leone in Hong Kong, named the best bar globally at The World's 50 Best Bars, will feature in a guest night hosted by Sabatini Gin. The event starts at 19:00 and showcases an exclusive drink list highlighting Cortona's London Dry Gin. This occasion celebrates Italian hospitality, offering a unique mixology experience before the festivities, with Martina Bonci as host.

🍳 Italian Institute of Culinary Arts & Hospitality (CAST) hosts "Test Your Talent" on December 13 in Brescia, Via Serenissima 5. This immersive open day serves as an admission test for 2026 courses, offering three scholarships worth €10,000. Part of Plena Education, CAST supports practical experiences, with over 90% of students employed within a year. Applications are open online. Programs include an English-taught Bachelor in Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management, validated by Teesside University, UK.

🍴 Sergio Legrenzi and Stefano Pierotto's KIS Management expanded in 2025, partnering with City Style Hotel La Favorita in Mantova and Hotel Bleis in Ponte di Legno – Tonale. At City Style Hotel La Favorita, Mantova, KIS revamped the F&B offerings, managing 85 rooms and 4 meeting rooms. Hotel Bleis offers 22 rooms with local cuisine. Established in 2017, KIS specializes in F&B for hospitality and aims to enhance guest services while maintaining quality and reputation.

🎄 Gardaland Magic Winter 2025 enchants visitors until January 6, 2026, transforming Gardaland Resort into a winter wonderland. Piazza Jumanji features "Slitte in Festa" for kids, with colorful mini-sleds. Youths aged 6+ can enjoy "Turbo Ice," a 280 m² drifting track. The 16-meter Crystal Globe invites fun selfies and festive music. Live shows and the Santa encounter remain highlights. At 6 PM, the "Sparkling" show lights up the Park, featuring the Prezzemolo Tree.

🍽 Roma, 11-13 dicembre: la 12ª edizione del Cinecibo Festival avrà luogo al TH Roma Carpegna Palace. Ideato da Donato Ciociola, l'evento include proiezioni, show cooking e i prestigiosi Cinecibo Awards consegnati dai Manetti Bros. Giovedì, una giuria valuterà cortometraggi e proposte culinarie degli studenti. Venerdì, show cooking con Elena Scisci e Angelica Amodei. Sabato, gala con premiati come Rocco Papaleo e Giulia Bevilacqua. Cena finale con prodotti selezionati.

🚄 European Sleeper, a Belgian-Dutch rail company, will launch a new night train to Milan in June 2026, operating thrice weekly from Brussels and Amsterdam. Stops include Cologne, Bern, Briga, and Stresa. Currently, European Sleeper connects Brussels to Prague, having transported 240,000 passengers on 750 trains. Paris-Berlin service begins March 26, 2026. Ticket sales for the Milan route start early 2026. The Barcelona route is planned for 2027-2028.

🌟 Milano, 31 dicembre 2025, Salmon Guru Milano – Celebrate New Year's Eve with a high-energy party featuring mixology, food, and music. The event starts with a special dinner menu, including Champagne and iconic cocktails. Dishes include Gambero Rosso and Polpo al kamado. DJ Nora Bee will perform from 22:00 to 02:00. Location: Via Ezio Biondi, 4, 20154 Milano. Operating hours: weekdays 17:00-02:30, weekends 12:00-02:30. Reservations available online. Contact: Westwood PR & Communication.