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Message from Mr Antonello De RiuThe Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau and Chairman of Bellissima Italia

The annual “Bellissima Italia” festival, coordinated by the Italian Consulate General in Hong Kong

and Macau and held each year from September to December, is dedicated to the promotion of Italian culture, lifestyle and iconic “Made in Italy” products.

Italians enjoy a unique quality of life that is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. It celebrates simplicity and tranquility combined with warmth, good manners and spontaneity: the ability to perceive the beauty in small things, the role that art and music play in enhancing the quality of life, the pleasure from tasting a good wine. These are also the qualities reflected in products “Made in Italy”, synonymous worldwide with quality and glamour.

Chinese and Italian culture have been influencing each other for at least 700 years and contemporary Italy is hardly unknown to Hong Kong and Macau. But there is still so much more to experience. Through “Bellissima Italia”, now a registered Hong Kong trademark, this year the Consulate is gathering together more than 70 events organized by various public entities and private companies, including concerts, evenings at the opera and theatre, exhibitions of both Italian artists and local artists working on Italian subjects, talks and get-togethers on Italian traditions and the special characteristics of our economy and society, food and wine tastings, and many others.

The key to the Italian lifestyle is sharing – sharing a meal, a bottle of wine, good company, a cultural experience – and “Bellissima Italia” is similarly organized around the concept of sharing the strengths and experiences of the local and Italian communities.

Mr Antonello De Riu

Message from Miss Sabrina Chiu Yeng HoCo-Vice Chairlady of Bellissima Italia

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2nd Bellissima Italia Festival featuring the dazzling

and unique lifestyle of Italy in Hong Kong. Following the success of last year, we endeavour to continue to celebrate the lifestyle and culture of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau.

This year, Bellissima Italia 2016 will run for over three months, from September to December. The Festival features a dazzling cultural diversity of more than 70 events, such as performances, exhibitions, food and wine events, art and music happenings. We have put together an array of exciting activities and would like to celebrate the Italian culture and traditions throughout the territory of the pearls of the Orient – Hong Kong and Macau.

A note of appreciation for the continuous support of the Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong, the Italian Cultural Institute, the Italian Chamber of Commerce and the Dante Alighieri Society in making it possible for us to help staging the Festival in a true Italian and collaborative spirit; and for bringing the people of Hong Kong and Macau closer to the Italian way of life. We hope the local community will enjoy the exciting activities designed especially for the occasion.

Miss Sabrina Chiu Yeng Ho

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Message from Angelo ParaticoCo-Vice Chairman of Bellissima Italia

Bellissima Italia started in September 2016 but we officially inaugurate its inception today, the 27th October 2016.

Let’s all come together and celebrate!Since the start of this amazing venture more than a year ago, our intention was to create a bridge linking Italy to Hong Kong and Macau for a mutual exchange, as well as to set up a working cultural platform where our societies may meet, mingle and prosper by sharing ideas and emotions.

Antonello De Riu, the Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau, has always been our staunchest supporter, with his commitment and counsel. Thanks are also due to the Italian Cultural Institute, the Italian Chamber of Commerce, the Dante Alighieri Society, the Italian Women’s Association, the Scuola Alessandro Manzoni, the Fogolar Furlan and the Associazione Veronesi.

After some initial events such as concerts and TV and radio broadcasts, we are now entering into the essence of this year programme, presenting a variety of artistic, cultural and lifestyle events which, we believe, will enhance the reputation of the already well-known “Italian Style” in Hong Kong and Macau.

Our website, our Facebook and Twitter pages are up and running and can be visited regularly to get a quick update on all the Italian happenings in Hong Kong and Macau.

Mr Angelo Paratico

Committee Members

Miss Jacqueline Chow

Miss Charmaine Ho

Miss Josephine Chiu

Mrs Candy Chuang Kotewall Miss Eleanor Lam

Mr Federico Donnet

Miss Queenie Rosita Law

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1 September M Racing Team Gala Dinner

M Racing Team Limited, a private, non-profit making Club founded by a group of enthusiasts sharing the love of motoring in fast automobiles, cruising in Luxurious Yachts, enjoyment of Great Food and Wine, the comfort of Stylish Living, travelling with Private Jet as well as Fashion. Their prima pre-requisite in all these are that it has to be “ Made in Italy”: Italian cars, Italian yachts, Italian food and Italian Life-style.

Organised by M Racing TeamVenue The Hong Kong Club, 1, Jackson Road, Central, Hong Kong

By invitation only

8 September Gucci cocktail

Discover the newly redesigned store and the Gucci DIY (Do It Yourself) service.

Organised by Gucci Hong Kong Venue Gucci store at Elements

By invitation only

14 SeptemberAPERITIVO

Milano meets Tokyo

Delicious Italian and Japanese Aperitivo buffet, aperol spritz, cocktails and free flow of Italian beer Peroni, presented by Aqua Chefs Paolo Morresi and Iwahashi Tatsuya.

Organised by Italian Chamber of Commerce Venue AquaSpirit, 30/F, One Peking Road, TSTTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee 180HKD, 250HKD for non members

8 September Venetian Masquerade Winemakers Dinner at 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA Macau

Cottage Vineyard cordially invites you to celebrate with Luciano Begnoni, Owner of Santa Sofia wine estate, the inaugural Hong Kong and Macau release of its 2011 DOCG Amarone Valpolicella.

In the iconic ambiance of the Italian restaurant Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA in Macau, Michelin-starred Executive Chef Antimo Maria Merone will design a special menu in a rare Venetian masquerade themed wine dinner with a live performance by Soprano opera singer Colette Lam, unmissable!

It will be the occasion for Santa Sofia’s estate, located on the original 16th century Palladio villa UNESCO’s protected site, to unveil a new label facelift to celebrate its 200th anniversary of existence as “Custodians of the Great Amarone tradition” in a rare 9 liters format.

Organised by Cottage VineyardsVenue 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA, 1031, 1/F, Galaxy Macau

Get Together Fashion

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15 -17 September The Fine Art of Italian Wine and Cheese

with renowned Italian cheese maker Luigi Guffanti

Embark on an adventurous Italian wine and cheese pairing journey at the “Wine & Cheese Library”, presented by the renowned Italian cheese maker Giovanni Guffanti and the Hotel newly-appointed Head Sommelier, Julien Peros.

Showcasing an exclusive selection of artisanal cheeses from Luigi Guffanti, “Wine and Cheese Library” on Level 8 is the only retailer of this highly coveted cheese in Hong Kong. With over 30 different cheeses from fresh to aged and around the world, our devoted cheese librarians will bring all aficionados on a cheese adventure by pairing the deluxe cheese selection with a line-up of condiments like honey and mustard fruits. The cheese is also served with a great selection of wines carefully picked by the Head Sommelier, Julien Peros.

Organised by Conrad Hong KongVenue Pacific Bar at Conrad Hong KongTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee 298HKD * per person, Italian wine flight with free-flowing highlighted cheese and cheese-infused canapés (*subject to 10% service charge)

20 SeptemberCooking Class – Apulian Mama

Dante Alighieri of Hong Kong is happy to offer a journey to the flavors and the traditional dishes from the great region of Apulia.With the support of a real Italian mama and the expertise of Chef Margaret Fu of Picky Gourmet.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong and Picky GourmetVenue Picky Gourmet - 13/F Ka Nin Wah Commercial Building, 423-425 Hennessy RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee 550HKD Max 12 partecipants

18 SeptemberPanerai Dinner at Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA - The Sound of Passion

Panerai will be organizing a very unique Dinner at Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA, for an exceptional preview of the new Radiomir 1940 Minute Repeater Carillon, bringing The Sound of Passion to more than 60 special guests, where the spellbinding music of Vivaldi meets the culinary perfection of the only Italian 3-star Michelin chef outside of Italy, Chef Umberto Bombana. The exclusive Eight Seasons – Music for the Palate dinner, a collaboration between Chef BOMBANA’s famed 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA restaurant and Officine Panerai, is a celebration of the magic of sounds as a language of passion and an exploration of how art in all its different forms can transcend space and time. Organised by Officine Panerai and 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANAVenue 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANATime 6 pm

By invitation only

21 - 25 September Cine Italiano!

Fifth edition of the Cine Italiano Film Festival.

21 SeptemberOpening night with film Director Maria Sole Tognazzi (Me, Myself and Her) 19:00 cocktail and opening speeches19:30 Perfect Strangers screening followed by a video message of Director Paolo Genovese to the audience

24 SeptemberMe, Myself and Her screening followed by a talk between the Director Maria Sole Tognazzi and the audience

Organised by Italian Cultural InstituteCo-presented by Hong Kong International Film Festival Society and Istituto Luce-CinecittàIn collaboration with The Grand CinemaVenue The Grand Cinema

Food & Wine Food & Wine

Food & Wine / Fashion

Cinema

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22 September – 15 October Exhibition: “Bellissima Italia - Group Show” of Italian artists – FREE EVENT

For the second year in a row, Galerie Koo hosts a group exhibition of Italian artists: Angelo Buonumori, Claudia Scarsella, Diamante Galasso, Mario Digennaro, Matteo Boato, Nerone, Silvia Viganò, Federico Comelli Ferrari.

Organised by Galerie Koo Venue Galerie Koo, 7/F Vogue Building, 67 Wyndham Street, Central

Opening reception with cocktail on 22nd September, with the Consul General of Italy Mr Antonello De RiuTime 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

23 September Meet the directors!

Dante Alighieri Society Hong Kong is proud to host the Italian film director Ms Maria Sole Tognazzi, who will introduce to the audience her last artistic effort “Io e Lei” (Me, Myself and Her) presented at Cine Italiano! in an open discussion on the stories behind the movies and their respective styles in directing.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute and the Dante Alighieri Society in Hong KongVenue Dante Alighieri SocietyTime 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

24 September At School of Made in Italy!

Live cooking class to experiment the authenticity of the Italian cuisine, together with Italian traditional songs played by Italian students and an Italian fashion products exhibition.With the participation of three High School students and professors from Italy, working side by side with the Hong Kong students of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management, the evening is a special occasion to get an insight into the preparation of the recipes for the “Italian Aperitif”. Among the guests, more than 80 participants, representatives of the pupils and professors of the Hong Kong Schools.

Organised by Italian Ministry of Education, Research and University in collaboration with the School of Hotel & Tourism Management, Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Consulate General of Italy

Venue School of Hotel & Tourism ManagementTime from 6 pm

Visual Arts Cinema

Food & Wine22 - 23 September “Discover the white treasure at its best”

Chef Luca De Berardinis celebrates the white truffle season with an extravagant a la carte menu available from 23 September until end of November, or the truffles run out.

Join us to embrace the opening season of the seasonal treasure on 22 September, featuring the Nicholini’s signature dishes and white truffle-infused creation crafted by Chef Luca. Hotel sommelier, Julien Peros, has selected several premium Italian wines from Piedmont region to pair with chef’s creations.

White Truffle Season Opening DinnerDate 22 SeptemberPrice HKD1,138* 5-course Dinner tasting paired with 5 wines

White Truffle a-la-carte MenuDates from 23 September to 30 November *subject to 10% service charge

Organised by Conrad Hong KongVenue Nicholini’s at Conrad Hong Kong

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24 SeptemberMusica da Sogno at Kee Club

Kee private members Club, in association with Dante Alighieri Society, presents MUSICA DA SOGNO, an all-Italian magic party where Soprano Michela Antenucci will sing some operatic marvels and then leave the spot-lights to the legendary and multi-awarded DJ Mauro Pilato, flying directly from Riccione, the kingdom of Italian disco music, followed by an amazing after-party with the legendary concert of the Earth, Wind & Fire!

Part of the proceeds will go to support the town of Amatrice, damaged by the earthquake.

Organised by Kee Club and Dante Alighieri SocietyVenue Kee ClubTime 9 pm

Fee a. 3-course dinner + welcome drink + MUSICA DA SOGNO + EARTH, WIND & FIRE parties = $1000 + 10% service charge (limited seats) b. Party tickets: 300HKD

28 SeptemberBeing a Writer and a Businessman in Hong Kong – Angelo Paratico

Angelo Paratico will share his writing and reading experience including his latest work “Leonardo Da Vinci: A Chinese Scholar Lost in Renaissance Italy”, “The Dew of Heaven” and his forthcoming works “The Only Man Dressing For Dinner” and “The Seventh Fairy”.

Paratico is an Italian writer novelist and historian. He moved to Hong Kong in 1983. He freelances with several newspapers, magazines and radios including the South China Morning Post and RTHK. He is also one of the founders of the cultural platform and blog “Beyond Thirty-Nine”.

Organised by The Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityVenue Room AG710, Hong Kong Polytechnic University Homantin Student Hall, 15 Fat Kwong St, Hung HomTime 4:30 pm

Music

Literature

28 SeptemberWine Tasting – Wine from Apulia and surrounding regions

Let’s discover the strong wines of Apulia and the other southern regions with the wine expert Paolo Fassina in collaboration with Valdivia Ltd.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong Venue Comitato della Dante Alighieri 1/F, Honest Building 9 - 11 Leighton RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee HKD180 / DA members: HKD150

30 SeptemberThe Duo Alterno – Piano and Voice Concert – FREE EVENT

Soprano Tiziana Scandaletti and pianist Riccardo Piacentini are a reference for the vocal/piano repertoire of the 20th century. They have been bringing the best of contemporary Italian music to over 50 countries worldwide for the last 20 years.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute Venue Youth Square Y-TheatreTime 8 pm

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2 OctoberBook signing of “The Dew of Haeven”, by Angelo Paratico

Come and meet the author and Italian historian Angelo Paratico for the launch of his second book.

Organised by BookazineVenue Shop 326-328, 3F, Landmark Prince’s Building, 10 Chather Road, CentralTime 3 pm - 4 pm

7 OctoberOpera Workshop by Peter Gordon – Otello

With the expertise of Opera Lover Peter Gordon, let’s discover the secrets behind Verdi’s “Otello” that will be showed in Hong Kong from the 13th to 16th of October.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong in collaboration with Opera Hong KongVenue Comitato della Dante Alighieri, 1/F, Honest Building 9 - 11 Leighton RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee HKD200 / DA members: HKD180

5 -7 October ATTIRE HOUSE: Bespoke Neapolitan Tailor, Sartoria Solito, visits Hong Kong

Luigi Solito of Sartoria Solito, a third-generation tailor from Naples, holds his second Hong Kong trunk show exclusively with ATTIRE HOUSE.Sartoria Solito are famed for their beautiful, handmade suits and jackets in the best Neapolitan traditions. Their light construction and ‘capo spalla’ shoulders make for an elegant and comfortable garment.ATTIRE HOUSE is a unique gentleman’s haven that houses a classic menswear outfitter, barbershop and mixologist’s bar all under the same roof.

The well known tailor will be at ATTIRE HOUSE for three days to meet the customers who are interested.

Organised by ATTIRE HOUSEVenue ATTIRE HOUSE, Shop 28, 1-3A Pedder Street, Central Building

By appointment only

2 October – Every Sunday of OctoberI ❤ Italia on RTHK

One month dedicated to Italy, with weekly interviews with Italians resident in HK talking about Italy and Italian culture.

2 October, 10 amMr Marco Iannelli, composer and musician9 October, 10 amMr Angelo Paratico, Italian writer, novelist and historian16 October, 10 amMs Paola Caronni, translator, Italian language tutor, writer, and poet23 October, 10 amMr Franco Savadori, critic and curator of art exhibitions, and Alberto Annesi, analyst and trader30 October, 10 amMr Antonello De Riu, Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau

Organised by RTHKEvery Sunday of OctoberTime 10 am - 11 amOn RTHK

Literature

Music / Literature

Fashion

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11 October Exhibition: Annalú Boeretto – FREE EVENT

“…Suspended trees. Unreal sleepers. Impossible chairs. Floating benches. Feather swings. Impalpable butterflies. The paradox of reverie is more intact than ever in Annalú’s work. Crystalline. Vibrant, like river water”. Aperitif with wine.

Organised by Parkview Art Hong Kong Venue Parkview Art Hong Kong, Shop n.6, Upper G/F, Sunrise House, 27 Old Bailey Street, CentralTime 6 pm - 9 pm

12 OctoberStefano & Francesco Parrino – Violin and Flute Concert – FREE EVENT

Brothers Stefano (Flutist) and Francesco (Violinist) have been performing and touring the world as a duo for many years. Their repertoire includes classical and contemporary music.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute Venue Youth Square Y-TheatreTime 8 pm

13 -16 October“Otello” – Italian Opera’s Greatest Tragedy

To commemorate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, Opera Hong Kong will present Giuseppe Verdi’s OTELLO, after the play by the Britain’s greatest playwright. Verdi’s glorious music enlightened and created the emotional intensity to the original text. With international renowned opera singers, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera Hong Kong Chorus and Opera Hong Kong Children Chorus under Gianluca Martinenghi, the whole new production, directed by Maurizio di Mattia, will dazzle the audience with brilliant music and fierce drama. Performed in Italian with Chinese and English subtitles.

Bellissima Festival is proud to include in its program, for the second year in a row, another memorable event conceived by the genius of Warren Mok, the symbol of Opera in Hong Kong and China. For more information about the opera and the performers, please visit www.operahongkong.org.

Organised by Opera Hong KongVenue Grand Theatre Hong Kong Cultural CentreTime 13 - 15 October at 7:30 pm, 16 October at 2:30 pmFee 150 - 800 HKD, 20% discount for members of Bellissima Italia

12 OctoberDrink and Grill by the Pool @Garden Café Terrace

Gracing the spectacular cityscape, the alfresco Garden Café Terrace design exudes a restful vibe and is perfect for those seeking an exclusive break from the frenetic urban life.The package includes two drinks and two hours of free-flowing delicious grilled specialties for your ultimate happy hour experience with a touch of chic and chill. Organised by Italian Chamber of Commerce

Venue Garden Café Terrace, Lower Lobby Level, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, AdmiraltyTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee Member 220HKD / Non-Member 300HKD (including 2 drinks and 2 hours grilled specialties canapés style)

Visual Arts Music

Music / Literature

Get Together

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14 OctoberGreen, Red, White; fundraising for the victims of the Italian earthquake

Different genres of performance with several local artists in favour of the victims of the Italian earthquake: music, stories and poetry recital. Lucky draw.

Organised by Aurora Theatre Hong KongVenue The Port, 3F, 38-44 D’Alguilar Street, Lan Kwai FongTime 8 pm

Fee: 250HKD at the door, one drink included (early bird promotion: 200 HKD)

17 OctoberSantoni – Passion for Beauty

Since its creation in 1975 Santoni pursued its vision refining the cultural heritage of craftsmanship and Italian excellence. Born with the creation of the haut de gamme shoes laboratory by Andrea Santoni, the brand’s legacy has been handed to his son Giuseppe, making of the brand an international icon.

Trunk show and new Fall/Winter 2016-2017 Collection.

Organised by SantoniVenue Santoni Landmark, Shop B29, First Basement Floor, Landmark AtriumTime 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

17 OctoberFashion Film Festival (FFFMilano) – FREE EVENT

The goal of many fashion houses is to communicate the brand’s soul through visionary images created by talented filmmakers. The goal of Fashion Film Festival Milano is to gather them into a single force. Introductory lecture by PhD candidate Esterina Nervino and screening of a selection of short films from the Fashion Film Festival Milano 2015 edition.The event is part of the “Italian Language Week”.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Switzerland, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Fashion Film Festival MilanoVenue HK Visual Arts CentreTime 6 pm: aperitif & exhibition on the new Gotthard Railway Tunnel 7 pm: lecture and screening

14 OctoberHidden Treasures of Italy – Art workshop

Architect and Designer Marta Marotta will take us outside from the most touristic routes to find out the hidden treasure of Italy, with a special focus on the Northern regions.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong Venue Comitato della Dante Alighieri 1/F, Honest Building 9 - 11 Leighton RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee HKD100 / DA members: HKD80

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Fashion

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20 - 22 OctoberATTIRE HOUSE: Bespoke shoe master from Florence,

Roberto Ugolini, visits Hong Kong

Roberto Ugolini is a bespoke shoe master from Florence, Italy. Since his great grandfather, his family have been involved in the shoe industry for four generations. He was influenced by his family from childhood and then inherited the skills to become a bespoke shoemaker for over 20 years.With his gifted aesthetic vision, highly recognisable personal style and extensive experience in balancing between aesthetics and comfort, Roberto Ugolini enjoys a prestigious position in the world of shoe-making. He is widely acclaimed as one of the best bespoke shoe masters in Florence and, arguably, the world.Roberto Ugolini will be holding his next Hong Kong trunk show exclusively at ATTIRE HOUSE.

Organised by ATTIRE HOUSEVenue ATTIRE HOUSE, Shop 28, 1-3A Pedder Street, Central BuildingTime 10 am - 8 pm

Only by appointment

20 OctoberItalian Night at The Venetian, Macao - 2nd Edition

Unforgettable night of style and glamour dedicated to the culture of Venice and to the renowned wines of Tuscany. Indulge your taste buds with a Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG from wine producers Capannelle, accompanied by stylish canapes from Portofino Chef Mr Domenico Cicchetti. The Italian wine brand from Chianti, Cappanelle, produces a very limited and exclusive number of bottles, an exclusive treat in Macao for this special night in proper Italian style!

Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue Portofino Restaurant, Casino Level 1, Shop 1039, The Venetian, Macao – Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da EsperancaTime 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Fee Member 180MOP / Non-Member 250MOP (including drinks and canapés)

20 OctoberDinner “La cucina del riuso”

Inspired by Expo 2015 and by the Accademia della Cucina ethical code, the 2016 “Cena Ecumenica” will celebrate the old familiar tradition of crating genuine and delicious dishes starting from leftovers. Indeed one of the fundamental values of the Academy is to be against any kind of food waste. The Chef Marco Pavoncelli, will provide an interesting and tasty opportunity to rediscover ancient traditions in a contemporary setting and frame of mind.

Organised by Accademia Italiana della CucinaVenue Va Bene, Shop 3, 5 & 6, G/F, SOHO 189, 189 Queen’s Road West, Sai Ying PunTime 7:30 pm

Fee 650HKD

Fashion

Get Together

Food & Wine

From 20 October: “La settimana della Lingua Italiana”Italian Language Course on “Lo Stile Italiano”

For the “Italian Language week” Dante Alighieri Society Hong Kong is launching a special language course focused on Italian fashion and style, held by Gaia Garotti, an Italian teacher with many years of experience in the fashion and luxury business.Every class will have a special guest from the some of the most prestigious Italian fashion brand.

No prior knowledge of Italian is requested!

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong Venue Comitato della Dante Alighieri, 1/F, Honest Building 9 - 11 Leighton RoadEvery Thursday – from 20 Oct to 17 NovTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee HKD1500 – HKD1350 DA members/DA students

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21 October Arte in Dante – Drawing and Painting Course

Art workshop with Architect and Designer Marta Marotta, who will teach the techniques of drawing and acrylic painting 8 lessons for a total of 16 hours course in which the participant will be able to do their own artwork!

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong Venue Comitato della Dante Alighieri 1/F, Honest Building, 9-11 Leighton RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee HKD3680 (materials for one artwork is included)

23 October Lecture on Umberto Eco – FREE EVENT

Berlin-based actress Elettra de Salvo will take us on a brief journey through some of Umberto Eco’s works. The celebrated Italian intellectual became world-wide famous with his 1980 novel “The Name of the Rose”, a historical murder mystery set in an Italian monastery which combines semiotics, biblical analysis, medieval studies and literary theory.

The event is part of the “Italian Language Week”.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute in collaboration with Minor in European Studies, Department of English, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Consulate General of SwitzerlandVenue The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong, Lecture Theatre, V322, 3/F, Jockey Club Innovation Tower, Hung HomTime 5:30 pm

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Literature

25 October Francesco Lietti exhibition – FREE EVENT

Lietti’s work derives from the mnemonic imagery of the artist, who lives in symbiosis with themes of travel and discovery. He paints dreamlike visions of Hong Kong, that often have a humorous quality, containing playfully distorted and colourful shapes, describing the city in an almost caricatured magnificence. Aperitif with wine.

Organised by Macey and Sons Art Gallery Venue Maceyandsons Gallery, 7/F Winsome House, 73 Wyndham Street, CentralTime 7:30 pm

24 October Torino and its many wonders

TURISMO TORINO, the Tourism Board of Turin, visits Hong Kong to promote tourism bilateral relations between Hong Kong and Turin. Turismo Torino will present to the Hong Kong travel agencies new and interesting attractions in Turin and the surrounding areas, exclusive tours in royal palaces, museums and art galleries, traditional shops of local products, the local cuisine with its special ingredients, such as truffles, and its famous wines, notably Barolo. The presentation will be an opportunity for having a glance at the many wonders of Turin, its strong industrial background, its world-wide local brands, its renowned museums and private galleries as well as its large F&B offer and its proximity to Milan Malpensa Airport, which makes it a very convenient destination.

Organised by Turismo Torino and the Italian Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Intesa San PaoloVenue Intesa San Paolo, International Commerce Centre, KowloonTime 5 pm - 6:30 pm

By invitation only

Visual Arts

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27 OctoberItalian specialties Cocktail

Cocktail with specialties typical of the Italian culinary heritage, including cold cuts and Parmigiano Reggiano, the world-wide famous cheese produced in the Italian provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia, Bologna, Modena and Mantua.

Organised by Acetaia GiustiVenue Ristorante Seafood Room, 26/F, Tower 535, 535 Jaffe Rd, Causeway BayTime 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Fee HKD 150, one drink and free canapes HKD 250, two drinks and free canapes

Food & Wine

27 OctoberGolden Bubbles Night @SAFE BAR

Networking event in an exclusive and fascinating location. Safe hides behind its own shop front, a completely unassuming, monotone façade, that looks like the exterior of a bank vault. A chance to spend a night out, surrounded by great people drinking Italian Prosecco by Zonin.

Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue Safe Bar, 255 Queen’s Road Central, CentralTime 7 pm - 9 pm

Fee Members 180HKD / Non-Members 250HKD (Free flow of beer and canapes)

Get Together

28 October – 12 NovemberExhibition: “In the time of Italy” - FREE EVENT

The exclusive exhibition showcases works by three renowned artists from Hong Kong, Japan and China. Ko Nam, Okamura Yuzura and Jiang Chun have been travelling around Italy in different times and places, but this new group show will feature their signature landscape paintings of Italy, covering the scenic Milan church, the Venetian canals as well as the Florence architectures.

Organised by Wan Fung Art GalleryVenue Wan Fung Art Gallery, 3/F, 88 To Kwa Wan Road, KowloonOpening cocktail on 28th October at 3pm

Visual Arts

30 October / 1 & 3 NovemberAndrea Marcelli – Jazz Concerts

Andrea Marcelli born in Rome/Italy, resident in Berlin, successfully performed extensively in 5 continents, recorded with such labels as Verve/PolyGram and played with musicians by the likes of Wayne Shorter, David Liebman, Bob Mintzer, Allan Holdsworth, Markus Stockhausen, Eddie Gomez, Mike Stern, Don Menza and others. About 200 of his compositions have been recorded and two of them are included in “The European Real Book”.

30 October, 8.30 pm, Dada Bar Andrea Marcelli trio, with Bob Mocarsky - piano, Sylvain Gagnon - bass, Andrea Marcelli - drums, arranger, composer

1 November, 7 pm, HKUSTduo Andrea Marcelli - drums, arranger, composer / Bob Mocarsky - piano

3 November, 9 pm, Peel FrescoConcert with Lui/Chung Trio with guest Andrea MarcelliPatrick Lui - piano, Wong Tak Chung - bass, Andrea Marcelli - drums

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November – DecemberWhite Truffle Season at Giando

Giando invites you all to experience the finest jewel of the earth: the white truffle. The white truffle is found mainly in the Langhe and Monferrato areas of the Piedmont region in northern Italy and, most famously, in the countryside around the cities of Alba and Asti.Italian white truffles are very highly esteemed and are the most valuable on the market. The annual Fiera del Tartufo (truffle fair) takes place in Alba between October and November.They can be used to prepare many recipes, for their intoxicating qualities are able to enhance the taste of many other ingredients. Giando’s menu will evolve as truffle season progresses, combining traditional Italian recipes with the unique taste of white truffle. Organised by Giando Italian RestaurantVenue Giando Italian Restaurant, Shop 1, G/F, Tower 1 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai

Contact info@giandorestaurant.com, tel: 25118912

Food & Wine

1 – 5 NovemberA delicious encounter with Italian Michelin-Starred Guest Chef Peppino Tinari

The spotlight shines on the Michelin-starred Chef Giuseppe Tinari from his family-owned restaurant Villa Maiella will team-up with Italian restaurant Nicholini’s to showcase the flavours of Abruzzo cuisines. Chef Giuseppe Tinari’s creations can be sampled throughout 1 to 5 November with a-la-carte, set menus, brunch and cooking class.

Organised by Conrad Hong KongVenue Nicholini’s at Conrad Hong Kong

Food & Wine

1 November Premiere of the movie “Inferno”

First screening in Hong Kong of the new thriller based on 2013 novel by Dan Brown. The film is the sequel to “The Da Vinci Code” and “Angels & Demons” and stars Tom Hanks, reprising his role as Robert Langdon.

The movie features beautiful scenes from some of the most iconic cities of Italy: the shooting began in Venice and continued in Florence. Outdoor scenes featuring Hanks were filmed near the Palazzo Vecchio and elsewhere in the historic center of Florence, while indoor scenes were shot at an apartment building close to the Ponte Vecchio, always in Florence. Low-flying aerial shots of Florence landmarks, its river and bridges are stunning.

Organised by Chiu Yang Culture and Foodlink Foundation Venue IFC Palace, Podium L1, IFC Mall, 8 Finance Street, Central

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3 November Italia vs France Wine Dinner

An event in which three great labels of Italian wine will be compared with three great wines of the Bordeaux region. Tasting: Ornellaia 1999, Solaia 2004, Marsala Florio riserva 1840 vs Chateau Margaux 1966, Chateau Pape Clement 1970, Chateau d’Yquem 1962.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine AuctionVenue Giando Italian Restaurant, Shop 1, G/F Tower 1 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai Time 8 pm

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3 -5 November Tosca Presents Two Michelin-starred Guest Chef Carlo Cracco hosted by Pino Lavarra

This November, Tosca welcomes two Michelin-starred Chef Carlo Cracco for an exclusive three-day progressive Italian cuisine indulgence. Seize this occasion to experience Chef Cracco’s innovative approach to traditional Italian foods. Revel at his distinctive talent for dabbing southern Italian dishes with a modern touch. His own celebrated eatery, Cracco Restaurant, was launched in 2007 and has received two Michelin stars. Renowned as a judge of Master Chef Italy and Hell’s kitchen Italia TV series, Chef Cracco, hosted by Pino Lavarra, has crafted exquisite lunch and dinner menus for gastronomes to regale in unique new tastes. Organised by The Ritz-Carlton Hong KongVenue Tosca, 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui

Fees Carlo Cracco Lunch Menu Time 12 noon – 2:30 pm Price from HKD588 to HKD888 Carlo Cracco Dinner Menu Date November 3 – 5, 2016 Time 6 pm – 10:30 pm Price from HKD1,680 to HKD2,180

(*All prices are subject to 10% service charge)

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3 - 9 NovemberOpera Passion 4-Viva Italia

Opera Passion has become an exciting event by the Opera Society of Hong Kong to demonstrate our continuous passion for opera and to showcase outstanding participants from the International Opera Exchange MasterClass.

This year we will again be joined by two Italian masters Chiara Angella and Silvio Zanon. Together with Guest Tenor from Italy, participants from the MasterClass and the Children’s Choir, passionate singers are looking forward to delivering an enjoyable concert before the dawn of our 25th year anniversary.

Bellissima Italia is proud to present “VIVA L’ITALIA”, theme of this year’s concert. As its name suggests, exciting and rich programme from Italian operas with solo, ensemble, chorus and children’s chorus will offer you an enjoyable evening!

3 NovemberMasterclass Opening Reception. Open to the public. Venue: Li Hall, St. John’s Cathedral

5 NovemberMasterclass. Open to the public Venue: Grand Theatre Backstage, HK Cultural Centre, TST

8 NovemberWith Orchestra. Open to the public. Venue: New Wing Rehearsal Room 1, Ko Shan Theatre

9 NovemberReception Opera Passion IV Concert. Venue: VIP Room at City Hall Concert Hall

Organised by: Opera Society of Hong KongVenue: Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall

Ticket price categories: HKD500, HKD320, HKD220, HKD120 (special offers to Chorus members and Society Members)

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5 November100% Italian Indigenous Grapes Wine Dinner

An event to introduce the Italian indigenous vines, unique in the world. During the event the latest labels added to The Connoisseur Daily Selection, the retail list of Gelardini & Romani, will be tasted: Fiano di Avellino 2013 e Greco di Tufo 2013 PIETRACUPA, Campostellato 2012 e Rocca dei Leoni 2014 VILLA MATILDE, Sammarcello 2015, Serramarrocco 2012 e Quojane 2015 SERRAMARROCCO, Susumaniello 2014 e Verdeca 2015 MASSERIA LI VELI, Etna Rosso 2014 PIANO DEI DAINI. Menu by the CEO Raimondo Romani.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine AuctionVenue Collezione Wine Cellars, 7 Yuen Shun CircuitTime 8 pm

5 -6 NovemberKalàscima - Taranta Concert – FREE EVENT

Kalàscima mesh the ancient traditional ritual dance music of Taranta (Salento, Southern Italy) with electronic music. Explosive, energetic, captivating, Kalàscima feature many fascinating instruments (bagpipe, traditional flutes, italian organetto), a spectacularly vast array of percussion from South Italy and from all over the world (rick, darbouka), thrilling vocal and modern instrument (bass guitar and loop machine). Performances are part of the “Music Beyond Borders” event.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute and Hong Kong Leisure and Cultural Services Department, RTHK - Radio 4 and TV 31, Puglia Sound Venue Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza C (outdoors)Time 2:30 pm

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8 NovemberFiorano Red Wine Dinner

An event dedicated to the Fiorano (Red). Tenuta di Fiorano’s wine became famous thanks to Prince Alberico Boncompagni Ludovisi, who fell in love with winemaking process between the 40s and the 50s. He was one of the first to grow Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines in Italy in order to make Malvasia Candida (red) and Sémillon (white). His son, Alessandrojacopo, shared Alberico’s passion for wine and thanks to his advice continued the production even after his death.The production, supervised by the trusted farmer Gianni Valenti, strictly follows organic principles and the family tradition of aging in 10-hectoliter Slovenian oak barrels and a long period of bottle in the natural caves of the Cantina Storica (Historic Cellar).Prince Alessandrojacopo Boncompagni Ludovisi will attend the event.Tasting: Fiorano (Red) vintages selection from 1987 to 2011.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine AuctionVenue Giando Italian Restaurant, 9 Star Street Shop 1, G/F Tower 1 Starcrest, Wan ChaiTime 8 pm

8 NovemberItalian Wine & Cheese Junk Boat

One of the things that make Hong Kong so unique is that it is surrounded by sea. The Italian Chamber of Commerce gives you the opportunity to enjoy the city lights and the sound of the ocean waves while you enjoy free flow of selected Italian wines, kindly sponsored by iFOODRINK, accompanying by cheese selection provided by Gormei.

Organised by Italian Chamber of Commerce Venue Central Pier No. 9 Time 7 pm - 9 pm (boarding at 6:45 pm)

Fee Member 320HKD / Non-Member 400HKD

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8 NovemberExhibition: Pier Luigi de Lutti e Bertozzi & Casoni – FREE EVENT

Pierluigi De Lutti: “Monochromes”. An experienced painter, De Lutti applies several layers of colours, finding the most entangling transparencies. They actually enclose invisible preciousness: chords which De Lutti builds up with acuity, like the lines of a poem or the notes of a song.

“Bertozzi & Casoni are liars. They have built huge machines which are perfectly useless since they are made only of pottery, and the mechanisms are only fake replica. They are unusable. Being artworks, they should at least generate ideas, but really these two guys are not interested at all in giving us a key to reading their works”.

Organised by Parkview Art Hong Kong Venue Parkview Art Hong Kong, Shop n.6, Upper G/F, Sunrise House, 27 Old Bailey Street, CentralTime 6 pm - 9 pm

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9 November Fiorano White Wine Dinner

An event dedicated to the Fiorano (White).Tenuta di Fiorano’s wine became famous thanks to Prince Alberico Boncompagni Ludovisi, who fell in love with winemaking process between the 40s and the 50s. He was one of the first to grow Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines in Italy in order to make Malvasia Candida (red) and Sémillon (white). His son, Alessandrojacopo, shared Alberico’s passion for wine and thanks to his advice continued the production even after his death.The production, supervised by the trusted farmer Gianni Valenti, strictly follows organic principles and the family tradition of aging in 10-hectoliter Slovenian oak barrels and a long period of bottle in the natural caves of the Cantina Storica (Historic Cellar).Prince Alessandrojacopo Boncompagni Ludovisi will attend the event.Tasting: Fiorano (White) vintages from 2011 to 2014 and Fioranello (White) 2015.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine AuctionVenue Fishsteria Seafood, Place 111 Queen’s Rd E, Wan ChaiTime 8 pm

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9 November Gambero Rosso – Tre Bicchieri

For the second year in a row, Bellissima Italia is proud to present an event dedicated to high quality wines from Italy. The famous Guide of Gambero Rosso organizes a wine tasting to give the opportunity to traders, professionals and wine lovers to taste the most interesting wines in Italy that have been assessed and chosen as “Tre bicchieri”. “Tre bicchieri” is the highest ranking Gambero Rosso can give to a wine, a recognition for absolute quality. Only about 1% of the total number of wines taking part into the selection qualified for the highest rank.

Organised by Gambero RossoVenue Hotel Harbour Grand, 23 Oil Street (MTR Fortress Hill Station, Exit A)Time 11 am - 12 pm masterclass 2 pm - 3 pm opening ceremony 3 pm - 4:30 pm walkaround tasting

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10 – 12 November Vinitaly Hong Kong 2016

At the 2016 edition of the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair Vinitaly will be an absolute protagonist! Many opportunities will be offered to wine companies and connoisseurs to get to know better the Italian wines, thanks to:• walkaroundtastingsandconferenceswiththeparticipation

of world famous wine experts such as Ian D’Agata and JC Viens;

• educationalseminars,masterclassesandwineseminars;• forthefirsttimeeverinAsia,“wine2wineAsia-TheSpeaker’s

Bureau”, a series of breakfast sessions, will focus on China and the Asian wine markets. Top international speakers and wine professionals, including Debra Meirburg, Stevie Kim and JC Viens, will be offering their personal output on popular topics ranging from the future of e-commerce in China to the role of education within the Chinese wine sector.

Info: asia.wine2wine.net Registration: https://www.eventbrite.it/e/wine2wine-asia-vinitaly-hong-

kong-2016-tickets-26900471033• #Hiremevinitaly A very fast and dynamic format to bring together wine

professionals and companies targeting international markets. 5 minutes appointments between candidates and company will be set in advance looking for a potential match.

For information and applications: redazione@winemeridian.com

Organised by VinitalyVenue HK Convention Centre, International Wine and Spirits Fair

www.vinitalyinternational.com/vinitaly-international-academy

www.vinitaly.com/en/exhibitor-area/vinitaly-international-competitions/5-Star-Wines/

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11 November Le Pergole Torte Wine Dinner

An event dedicated to the first wine 100% Sangiovese variety classified by worldwide critics as a Super Tuscan: Le Pergole Torte. Directly from Radda in Chianti, Martino Manetti, owner of Fattoria di Montevertine, will introduce his techniques and the story behind an exceptional wine. His father, Sergio Manetti, was the first to produce a Chianti without any percentage of white grape, against the previous rules set by Chianti Consortium. Notwithstanding the strenuous opposition from the Consortium, Sergio followed his own way. A few years later the Consortium accepted to change the grape composition for the production of Chianti, but Le Pergole Torte had already become a myth, with rising quotations never achieved by any classified Chianti.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine AuctionVenue 8 e 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana, Shop 202, Landmark Alexandra, 18 Chater Road, CentralTime 8 pm

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11 NovemberBook Presentation “The Dew of Haven” by Angelo Paratico

Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong is proud to host the first public presentation of Angelo Paratico new book. It is a story in which Italian history mingle with Oriental history into a single work.Angelo Paratico, an Italian historian and writer, resident in Hong Kong for the last 35 years, had previously published a biography of Leonardo Da Vinci, investigating the Oriental roots, in the life and works of the great Tuscan genius.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong Venue Comitato della Dante Alighieri 1/F, Honest Building, 9 - 11 Leighton RoadTime 7 pm - 9 pm

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17 NovemberAlessandro Martire - Piano Concert – FREE EVENT

Alessandro Martire’s compositions are the expression of a musical sensitiveness which originates from classical tradition and contemporary elements. His evocative, catchy melodies can be defined as New Age, classical crossover, contemporary, alternative, or simply: Alessandro Martire’s music.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute in collaboration with The Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityVenue Jockey Club Auditorium, The Polytechnic University of Hong KongTime 8 pm

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18 NovemberCharity film screening of “Killa Disez: Life and Death in the

time of Ebola” by Italian Director Nico Piro

Produced with the logistical support of EMERGENCY NGO, the non-character-driven documentary Killa Dizez shows the experience of the Italian NGO EMERGENCY’s health care workers in their fight against Ebola, the deadly infectious disease that affected West Africa in the Summer/Fall of 2015. The documentary offers the viewers an in-depth look into different stories and destinies affected by the disease. At the peak of the Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone - upon the local Government’s request - EMERGENCY NGO opened a 100-bed Ebola Treatment Centre with an intensive care unit, the only unit of its kind in the West African region hit by the epidemic.

EMERGENCY NGO is an independent and neutral humanitarian organization founded in Italy in 1994 to provide free, high quality surgical and medical assistance to victims of war, landmines and poverty. Over the years, EMERGENCY has treated over 7 million people completely free of charge. EMERGENCY is currently running medical programs in Afghanistan, Iraq, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Central African Republic and Italy. EMERGENCY Hong Kong was established in 2013 to support the NGO’s humanitarian programs. All proceeds from this event will benefit the humanitarian programmes run by EMERGENCY NGO.

Organised by EMERGENCY Hong KongTime 7 pm - 9 pmVenue Grand Windsor Cinema, 4/F, Windsor House, 311 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay

Fee 200HKD

Tickets at Eventbrite: https://goo.gl/bDa5y4

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18 November- 7 JanuarySUPERFICI/SURFACES, Enrico Castellani

Massimo De Carlo gallery is pleased to present Superfici, the first solo show by the renowned Italian painter Enrico Castellani (1930) in Hong Kong. The exhibition will be composed by a range of fundamental works spanning from the early seventies to the late nighties, retracing the career of this Italian master who was associated with the Zero movement and the magazine Azimuth, created with fellow artist and friend Piero Manzoni. Enrico Castellani was a key figure of the flourishing European avant-garde scene of the 1950’s and 1960’s tackling minimalism, spatiality and revolutionizing the notion of canvas.The show focuses on the seminal body of work Superfici (Surfaces): shaped relief canvases that Castellani started working on as early as 1959 and is still producing. These canvases signify and mark a historical moment when there was an essential quest for the dimensional and a land marking shift in the use of the canvas: it was no longer confined to being a background tool in aide of the abstract gesture but an active, physical and expanding surface that demands to exist.

Organised by Massimo De Carlo galleryVenue Massimo De Carlo, 3d Floor Pedder Building, 12 Pedder Street, Central Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30 am – 7 pm Opening on Friday 18th NovemberTime 6 pm - 8 pm

18 - 19 November Trunk Show: Chiaia Napoli

Chiaia Napoli, one of the most important Neapolitan tailors, will present the fascinating Neapolitan high fashion. The dynamic and masculine silhouette of their suits is highlighted by the hand cut and the beautiful silk details.

Organised by E. Marinella Hong Kong Venue E. Marinella, Shop B34, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, CentralTime 10:30 am – 8 pm

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Enrico CastellaniSuperficie bianca, 1972Acrylic on canvas80 × 120 cm / 31 1⁄2 x 47 1⁄4 inches Courtesy Massimo De Carlo Milan/London/Hong Kong

Enrico CastellaniSuperficie argento, 2008Acylic on canvas120 × 150 cm / 47 1/4 x 59 inchesCourtesy Massimo De Carlo Milan/London/Hong Kong

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18 - 19 NovemberThe Heritage of Artusi

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Two guest chefs (Ms Carla Brigliadori from Italy - Casa Artusi and Ms Margarita Fores from Philippines - Casa Artusi) will prepare a special menu inspired by the famous recipes of Pellegrino Artusi. Pellegrino Artusi was an Italian businessman and writer, best known as the author of the cookbook “La scienza in cucina e l’arte di mangiar bene” (“The science in the kitchen and the art of eating well”, 1894). Artusi devised his recipe book as a contribution to the makings of the national culture, destined to profoundly influence the everyday life of the Italian people. Although he draws principally on the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, the essence of the national cuisine is recreated through reference to the many and varied local Italian cuisines. Artusi’s recipes were tried and tested in his home kitchen with the aid of Marietta Sabatini, an intelligent and enterprising young girl.The “Mariettes’ Association” was established in her name, and operates today to preserve this unique culinary heritage. An exhibition at Gia Trattoria Italiana will show pictures and facts about the unique history of Casa Artusi. Casa Artusi menu will be available from 18th to 25th November for dinner to all the guests. Organised by Italian Cultural Institute, Gia Trattoria Restaurant, in collaboration with Casa Artusi, Assessorato Cultura Regione Emilia-Romagna Venue Gia Trattoria Italiana, 1/F Fleet Arcade, Fenwick Pier, 1 Lung King St, Wan Chai Time 6 pm

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20 November The Italian Sale (Fine Wines Auction)

Since 2011, the auction of Gelardini & Romani is a great event for collectors, investors and fine wines lovers. The auction is also a great opportunity to taste the incredible mix of fine wines and gourmet cuisine of Chef Giandomenico Caprioli. The sale includes several Perfect Provenance consignments, directly from wineries like: Masseto; Barolo Cannubi e Brunate by Damilano; Le Pergole Torte from Fattoria Montevertine by Martino Manetti, Fiorano (Red) from Princes Alessandrojacopo and Alberico Boncompagni Ludovisi; Brunello di Montalcino “Madonna delle Grazie” from Il Marroneto by Alessandro Mori.

Organised by Gelardini & Romani Wine Auction Venue Gia Trattoria Italiana Fleet Arcade, Fenwick Pier, 1 Lung King St, Wan ChaiTime 10:30 am

Contact sagitta@grwineauction.com

21 November Art & Dine Cocktail Party

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“Art is not a thing, it is a way” said Elbert Hubbard, so do not miss the occasion to discover the perfect collision of art and food @AL PORTO.This open bar terrace with its stunning design overlooking the spectacular Victoria Harbour will give you the chance to enjoy an exclusive networking cocktail.During the night, guests will also have the opportunity to interact with artist Francesco Lietti, joining a workshop where they will have the unique chance to paint with the artist and attend a painting demonstration.Don’t miss the chance to express your creativity and experience AL PORTO classic Italian cuisine!

Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue AL PORTO, Shop 402, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, Kowloon, Tsim Sha TsuTime 7 pm – 9pm

Fee Members 160HKD/ Non-Members 220HKD (including free flow of canapés and wine)

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21 November “A Bite of Wine” – Food and Wine workshop

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Dante Alighieri Society in Hong Kong in collaboration with Picky Gourmet and Castello di Banfi is proud to organize an incredible workshop that mix the pleasure of drinking wine with the joy of cooking. Let’s learn how to cook with some of the most prestigious Italian wines. Guided by wine expert Paolo Fassina and Chef Margaret Fu, the participant will start looking at wine as an incredible and powerful ingredient to cook great food”. The wines will be sponsored by Castello Banfi, a leading winery in Tuscany.

Organised by Dante Alighieri Society of Hong Kong and Picky Gourmet, in collaboration with wine expert Mr Paolo Fassina

Venue Picky Gourmet, 13/F Ka Nin Wah Commercial Building, 423-425 Hennessy Road, Causeway BayTime 7 pm - 10 pm

Fee HKD500Registration: http://www.ladante.cc/event_registration.html

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22 November La Forma in forma

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An event dedicated to the most well known Italian cheese, Grana Padano. Grana Padano is a hard cheese invented nearly 900 years ago by the Cistercian monks of Chiaravalle Abbey, founded in 1135 near Milan. It can last a long time without spoiling, sometimes aging up to two years.

The dinner is created in collaboration with the expertise of Mr Zanetti, owner of a company with more than a hundred years of tradition in the Grana Padano production.

Knowing how to produce good quality aged cheese on an industrial scale is a daily challenge!

Organised by Accademia Italiana della CucinaVenue Ciak - In the Kitchen, Shop 327-333, 3/F Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, CentralTime 7:30 pm

Fee 650HKD

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22 - 28 November Pastry Italian creations by World Pastry Cup Champion chef

Fabrizio Donatone #Italiantaste

2015 World Pastry Cup Champion chef Fabrizio Donatone from Italy will visit Hong Kong from 22 to 28 November, to create a new collection of Italian desserts. The amazing sweet creations will be available at Nicholini’s and at hotel’s Cake Shop.

Organised by: Conrad Hong KongVenue Nicholini’s and Cake Shop at Conrad Hong Kong Lung King St, Wan Chai

23 & 25 November Themed dinner about Italy

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Italian dinner created by chef Marco Sacco for the students of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management. The two Michelin Starred Chef will oversee the preparation of an authentic Italian dinner, working with the last-year Hong Kong students of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management.

Organised by the Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityIn collaboration with the Michelin-starred Chef Marco Sacco

Venue School of Hotel & Tourism ManagementTime dinner time

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23 November Film screening for “Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo” – FREE EVENT

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Screening of 2 Italian films, centred on Italian traditions on food and wine.18:00 aperitif19:00 brief presentation of the films19:10 screening: “Quando l’Italia mangiava in bianco e nero”19:30 break19:40 screening: “Rupi del vino”

“Quando l’Italia mangiava in bianco e nero” by Andrea Gropplero di Troppenburg. This is a documentary that shows how the concepts of cuisine and conviviality changed over the last ninety years and how the energy of Italy influenced the “good food” tradition. It is an affectionate, black and white study of recipes of good living. The documentary represents a tasty journey through dishes, kitchens, personal experiences and gags of show business and culture personalities. It collects 20 recipes and 20 unpublished short films, one for each Italian region, to form an extraordinary recipe book of Italian cuisine tradition.

“Rupi del vino” by Ermanno Olmi. “There are five reasons for drinking: a friend’s arrival, the excellence of the wine, present and future thirst, and whatever else you care to add”. Ermanno Olmi has returned to documentary filmmaking and makes a journey through valleys, living rocks and culture of the Valtellina hillsides. The film shows the history of the vineyards and the effort to cultivate this specific territory, in order to explore the local wine tradition.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute, in collaboration with Accademia Italiana della cucinaVenue HK Visual Arts Centre, 7 Kennedy Rd, Mid-levelTime 6 pm onwards

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24 November Chef Marco Sacco Dinner at Isola

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Marco Sacco, two-starred Michelin Chef, avid traveler and alchemist of international cuisines, returns to his culinary home in the Orient. As Culinary Artistic Director of Isola, flagship Italian restaurant of the Gaia Group, the Chef brings his latest inspirations and intriguing produce directly from Italy to preview in this special Gala Evening. Marco Sacco shall take you on a culinary journey, through the realms of Italian Culture and the exploration of fine dining gastronomy, using only the best ingredients fit for the most discerning audience.

Organised by Ristorante Isola, in collaboration with the Michelin-starred Chef Marco SaccoVenue Ristorante IsolaTime dinner time

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25 November Italian Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner 2016

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With the participation of the Chief Secretary, Ms Carrie Lam.In the exclusive Ballroom of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel of Hong Kong, a night of Italian Luxury and Fashion extravaganza will accompany the special guests of this prestigious Gala Dinner. During the event, the lucky guests will have the chance to assist to an exclusive catwalk sponsored by MARYLING. They will also have the opportunity of taking part in the silent auction and the lottery to win prestigious Italian prizes. A percentage of the profits of the event will be devoted to our official beneficiary charity Women Helping Women Hong Kong.

Theme Glam With A Touch Of GlitterDress code Black Tie (tuxedo, long gown) or National Dress Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue Ballroom of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel of Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, KowloonTime 6 pm onwards

Fee Corporate Table (10 pax) starting from 20,000HKD / Single Seat Member 2,100HKD / Single Seat Non-Member 2,500HKD

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26 November Cookery Class with Chef Marco Sacco:

What Makes a Michelin Star Dish – FREE EVENT #Italiantaste

Marco Sacco, the owner of the Michelin two-star restaurant Piccolo Lago in Italy, is paying a visit to Hong Kong this November. Exploring not only the ideas of “la vera cucina italiana” - authentic Italian Cuisine - he demonstrates the art of fresh pasta making, rice/risotto and presents some of his signature dishes: Carbonara au Koque & Violet Risotto.2 Michelin Star Chef Marco Sacco rolls up his sleeves and bolsters his restaurant’s reputation to become a world-renowned dining destination!

Organised by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University “Food and Wine Academy”, in collaboration with the Michelin-starred Chef Marco SaccoVenue Western Food Lab, THB207, School of Hotel and Tourism Management, 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui EastTime 3-5pm

Max 30 participants

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27 November 9th Fogolar Furlan Annual Party

The Fogolar Furlan Hong Kong is a no-profit association established in 2007 to promote the mutual knowledge and friendship between Hong Kong, Friuli Venezia Giulia and Italy. Every year the Association organizes an annul party to celebrate its establishment: set against the beautiful backdrop of the Clearwater Golf and Country Club, the party features an alfresco lunch buffet, a Cup football match for kids, a Briscola tournament, a Tombola (Bingo) and a Christmas sales. The net proceeds of the event will be donated to the victims of the recent earthquake in Central Italy.

Organised by Fogolar Furlan Hong KongVenue Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club 139 Tai Au Mun Road, Clearwater BayTime 12:30 pm onwards

Info: info@fogolar-furlan.com.hkTickets: https://fogolar-furlan.yapsody.com/event/index/50710/9th-fogolar-furlan-annual-party

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29 November “Ospitalità Italiana - Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo” Award

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“Ospitalitá Italiana – Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo” is a worldwide project conceived to enhance the authentic Italian restaurants abroad, ensuring compliance with quality standards typical of the world-renowned Italian hospitality. The project team monitors Italian restaurants and award them with the “Golden Q”, the Ospitalitá Italiana label of Quality.Also in the present year, a number of Italian restaurants will receive the important award, which guarantees the authenticity of the Italian products and recipes.

Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue Gaia Ristorante, 181 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung WanTime 5 pm – 6:30 pm

29 NovemberMasterclass : Applying the Ethnographic Method to Cinema

Ethnography, which has been widely used in the humanities as a research method, has always played a crucial role in filmmaking too. For this masterclass Think Young is pleased to present Director Alessandro Rossetto, experienced professor of documentary , who will share his perspective on documentary and fiction filmmaking along with methodological advices. During the seminar he will present excerpts from his latest and most known work, “Piccola Patria”. Organised by Think YoungVenue NAH 115, Humanities Building, New Asia College, CUHK, Ma Liu ShuiTime 5:30 pm – 7:15 pm

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30 November – 1 DecemberTrunk Show: Tailorable & Co.

Why choosing “tailorable”? Because no two people are alike. Tailorable creates custom-made suits to meet the unique needs of each and every client. Tailorable suits are hand-crafted by artisan tailors, from the first cutting of the fabric to the finishing touches. Each suit is a masterpiece and an expression of the spirit of its creator.

Organised by E. Marinella Hong Kong Venue E. Marinella, Shop B34, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, CentralTime 10:30 am – 8 pm

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1 DecemberM Racing Team – Royal Garden Gala Dinner

Bellissima Italia is proud to present another event by M Racing Team Limited, a private, non-profit making Club founded by a group of enthusiasts sharing the love of motoring in fast automobiles, cruising in luxurious yachts, enjoyment of Great Food and Wine, the comfort of stylish living, traveling with private jets as well as fashion. Their pre-requisite in everything is that it has to be “Made in Italy”: Italian cars, Italian yachts, Italian food and Italian life-style.

Organised by M Racing TeamVenue Shek O Golf & Country Club 5, Shek O Rd, Shek O, Hong Kong IslandTime 5 pm Photo Shooting 6 pm Cocktail 7:30 pm Dinner

Dress Code: Dolce Vita theme (gentlemen in black, ladies in red)By invitation only

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1 DecemberFilm screening & Director talk: “Piccola Patria” by Alessandro Rossetto

In the midst of Italy’s secessionist north-east (i.e. Liga Veneta, Lega Nord, who wished to separate northern Italy from the rest of the country for cultural and economic reasons), the turbulent adolescence of two girls leads to tragedy.Alessandro Rossetto (b. 1963) holds a degree in Anthropology from the University of Bologna, plus a specialization in Visual Anthropology and Documentary from the University Paris X - Nanterre. He has been a professor in ethnographic documentary at prestigious European ZeLIG Documentary School for the past 10 years. In 2010 the New York Documentary Film Festival dedicated a retrospective to his work. Organised by Think YoungVenue Future Cinema Studio, 6/F, Run Run Shaw Creative Media Centre, 18 Tat Hong Avenue, Kowloon Tong, KowloonTime 6:30 pm - 9 pm

2 DecemberST Design Open Studio Party

ST Design founded by Italian designer Stefano Tordiglione is glad to meet you in this special night to celebrate the beauty of Italian design. Designers, art lovers, food enthusiast...all are welcome.

Organized by Stefano Tordiglione DesignVenue 4-5/F, 86 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong KongTime 6 pm - 9 pm

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2 – 31 DecemberTemporary exhibition of the Italian artist Luigi Giacobbe

Luigi Giacobbe’s solo exhibition at OUR GALLERY in Hong Kong is part of the Italian Artist’s now established journey through the art world in Asia, where his works are already in a number of private collections in Tokyo, Seoul and Manila.The pieces exhibited at OUR GALLERY are only a summary of the artist’s latest works in his creative development between the real picture of an urban decay, visible in our everyday life, and the personal interpretation of an informal abstract that contains and transmits through the use of materials and colours that image of transformation we perceive in his work.

Organised by Our GalleryVenue UG 10, CC Wu Building, 302-8 Hennessy Road, Wan ChaiOpening Reception on 2nd December Time 4 pm - 6 pm

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3 December The Italian Day at Sandy Bay

‘The Italian Day at Sandy Bay’ is the biggest charity event yearly organized by the Italian Women’s Association (IWA). This happening raises significant funds that are entirely donated to the ‘Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital’ and other selected local charities. The biggest attractions of the event are the Bazaar, with more than 90 stalls selling branded clothing, accessories, shoes, toys, decorations etc. and the ‘Gourmet Corner’, offering tasty Italian ready dishes and snacks, sponsored by the most famous and important Italian restaurants and food importers. This event is a good occasion to get together with family and friends and chilling out “The Italian way”!

Organized by The Italian Women’s AssociationVenue The Gardens of the ‘Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital’, 12 Sandy Bay Road, PokfulamTime 10 am - 5 pm

Get Together

6 & 7 DecemberGreat Wines of Italy

Bellissima Italia is proud to announce the 5th edition of Great Wines of Italy in Hong Kong! This is the region’s largest premium wine event featuring the best wineries and wines of Italy and gives wine lovers a unique opportunity to savor and discover a selection of the region’s most sought-after wines from more than 100 prestigious Italian brands as well as chosen premium boutique wineries. All wineries and wines on showcase have been hand-selected by James Suckling for their quality and character, reaching top scores of 90 points and above. Winemakers and vintners will be personally in attendance to pour some of their best wines at the walk-around tasting.

Organised by James SucklingGrand Tasting December, 6 pm - 8:30 pmVenue Four Season Hotel Hong Kong

More information on ticketing, registration and programme: www.jamessuckling.com/event/great-wines-italy-hong-kong-2016/

Food & Wine

6 - 13 DecemberPhotography Exhibition: Margot Errante “20 Years of China –

Moments in Shadow”

LIGHTSTAGE Gallery in Hong Kong is pleased to present a solo exhibition, Margot Errante: “20 Years of China – Moments in Shadow”, showcasing photographs by Italian-born artist Margot Errante taken over the span of two decades (1996-2016) as both the photographer and nation-state came of age.

Venue LIGHTSTAGE, G/F, 218 Hollywood RoadOpening hours 12 pm - 8 pm Opening Reception on 6th December, 7 pm - 9 pm

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8 DecemberItalian Christmas cocktail @BENE, Macao

Christmas is a special time of the year in many parts of the world, but it’s also true that some places do it far better than others…join our exclusive cocktail party @Bene, in Macau and experience the savors of Italian wine and food. During the event, you will have the chance to delight free flow canapés and free flow of some extremely prestigious wines, sponsored by Astoria, that links its name to the product par excellence of the winemaking tradition in Veneto. Organized by Italian Chamber of Commerce Venue Bene, Level 1, Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel, Cotai Central, MacaoTime 7 pm - 9 pm Fee Members 180HKD / Non-Members 250HKD (including wines and canapés)

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10 & 11 DecemberItalian Christmas Market 2016 @PMQ - FREE EVENT

Experience a truly Italian Christmas atmosphere on the 10th and 11th of December in PMQ. Come to the heart of the city to find out heavenly products such as exquisite delicacies, Italian treats, fine wines, as well as fashion items and accessories that will make you enjoy Hong Kong’s Christmas time.

Organised by Italian Chamber of CommerceVenue PMQ, No.35 Aberdeen Street, CentralTime 12 pm - 7 pm

Food & Wine

12 December Vento del Sud e dei Borboni

A dinner devoted to South of Italy and its strong food tradition with a special focus on the Royal Borboni family who reigned Naples and the surroundings for centuries.

Organised by Accademia Italiana della CucinaVenue Grissini, 2/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Rd, Wan ChaiTime 7:30 pm

Fee 650HKD

Food & Wine

13 December Fabio Montomoli - Guitar Concert – FREE EVENT

Fabio Montomoli’s distinctive characteristics are his beautiful sound, power, penetration and wide variety of timbres. He is first prize winner of some important competitions, as the “Mauro Giuliani” Guitar Competition in 1992.

Organised by Italian Cultural Institute Venue Youth Square Y-TheatreTime 8 pm

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15 December - 31 JanuaryExhibition: “appearances” by Luigi Giacobbe

Galleria “Novalis Art + Design” is pleased to present “appearances”, a solo exhibition by Luigi Giacobbe.

Whoever keeps a painting of Luigi Giacobbe gets into a atmosphere of emotion, and wants to understand and touch the artwork that emanates communicative energy.

Luigi Giacobbe: “Adding one image to the next is like choosing one story out of the vastness of possible stories. In my work the space has always haunted me. And I always wondered where reality is actually having its hiding spot. In the construction of the image or in the missing links. When creating a series the pictures are like all grammatical elements at once. Subject, verb etc. There is no beginning and no end.”

Organised by Novalis Contemporary Art + DesignVenue Novalis Contemporary Art + Design, G/F, 5 Sau Wa Fong, Wan ChaiOpening on Thursday 15th DecemberTime 5 pm - 10 pm

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15 December Exhibition: Saturno Buttò – FREE EVENT

Saturno Buttò: “Saturnicore”“I love to mix things… Sacred and prophane, for example. I always went for some amusement through painting. Still I uphold my flair for portraits. For I enjoy so much creating and looking at them. Then.The figures must spring pure in the painting. As I conceived them the very first moment. Once I finished it, I may devote myself to gaze at it and think over the implications it would mean”.

Organised by Parkview Art Hong Kong Venue Parkview Art Hong Kong, Shop n.6, Upper G/F, Sunrise House, 27 Old Bailey Street, CentralTime 6 pm - 9 pm

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