.The Società Dante Alighieri of Christchurch is proud to be part of this world-wide celebration of Italian cuisine and invites you to come along to special events marking the week in Christchurch.
These events are hosted by Vladimiro Cesari and his team at Casamassima Italian Fine Fare in Salisbury Street, Tilde Romano of La Dolce Vita Cooking School in Sumner and by the Dante Society, Christchurch, who will host Italian-style street food at Phillipstown Community Centre, Phillipstown.
These events are hosted by Vladimiro Cesari and his team at Casamassima Italian Fine Fare in Salisbury Street, Tilde Romano of La Dolce Vita Cooking School in Sumner and by the Dante Society, Christchurch, who will host Italian-style street food at Phillipstown Community Centre, Phillipstown.
Sunday 18 November 11am-2pm
Wood-fired oven Pizza in the Park
Italian style street food - pizza, lasagne and arancini with Brunella and Sergio under the trees at Phillipstown Community Centre.
Also for sale will be Adriana’s delicious cannoncini.
Where: Phillipstown Community Centre, Nursery Road, Phillipstown
No booking needed. Everyone is welcome – just come along!
Wood-fired oven pizza available by the slice - $3 for a slice or $12 for a whole pizza.
Three Enjoyable Events at 'La Dolce Vita' of Clotilde Romano
Go to beautiful Sumner, where Clotilde, originally from Naples, is holding three events.
She will teach you some secrets of the Neapolitan Cuisine e.g. seafood risotto, the art of making and rolling little fresh potato gnocchi from Sorrento, and how to make an authentic Neapolitan pizza base dough.
Where: 49 Wiggins Street, Sumner.
Bookings essential – call Tilde on 0221921495 or email cookingitaly4you@gmail.com
Tuesday 20 November 6.30-8.30pm
La Dolce Vita: Cooking the Neapolitan Way
Come along to La Dolce Vita for a cooking demonstration of Pizza Marinara, Seafood Risotto and Amalfi Limoncello Cake.
Cost - $60pp BYO
Thursday, 22 November – 6.30-8.30pm
Wood-Fired Oven Pizza
Pizza Night: Wood-fired pizza oven will be open and Tilde will cook different pizzas : Margherita, Marinara, Mushrooms and Ham, Pizza Ravello with Zucchine and Blossom, Pizza with Italian Salame, Pizza with Peppers and Black Olives, Calzone and more…
Dessert is included.
Cost - $60pp BYO
Friday, 23th November - 6.30pm-8.30pm
Gnocchi Night
In Italy, fried zucchini blossoms are the top of Italian Top antipasto, so you will discover how to make them beautifully crunchy.
You will also get to enjoy the rest of menu:
Antipasto fresh Bruschetta, Fried Zucchini Flowers;
Fresh Gnocchi from Sorrento with Neapolitan Sauce, Bufala Mozzarella, parmesan and basil;
Panna Cotta ai frutti di Bosco (Mix Berries Panna Cotta)
Cost - $60pp . BYO
SPECIAL EVENTS AT CASAMASSIMA ITALIAN FARE
Thursday 22 November 5,00pm – late
Explore the Taste of Italian regions
Welcome to Casamassima Italian Fare for a four-course dinner with traditional recipes from four different Italian regions, accompanied by music and songs from our tradition.
Menu
Antipasto Toscana: Seasoned Cheeses and Cured Meat selection from Florence and Siena
First Main Emilia Romagna: The famous Tortellini alla Bolognese with Meat Ragù sauce
Second Main Puglia: Grouper fish al Cartoccio with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives and Capers
Dessert Milano Lombardy: Panettone Meneghino with Custard
When: Thursday 22 November 2018
Where: Casamassima Italian Fare, 48 Salisbury Street, 8013 Christchurch Central Time: 5,00pm – late
Cost: $58 pp
Bookings essential, places limited.
Please book your tickets directly with Casamassima on 03 366 1828, or email at info@casamassima.co.nz and pay directly: BNZ 02 0874 0303686 000
Friday 23 November 5,00pm – late
Italian aperitif and veggie night
Welcome to Casamassima Italian Fare for an all-Italian aperitif and vegetarian dinner with live songs. In the Italian tradition on Fridays we eat “di magro”: health and taste match perfectly in Mediterranean Diet.
Menu
Aperitif
Aperol Spritz and a selection of Cheeses, Chutneys, Pinzimonio and Bruschettas
Cost: $22 pp
Main
Genovese Pesto Lasagna, Vegetable Omelette Mille Colori + Side Salad, Pandoro di Verona with Gelato
Cost: $40 pp
If you choose to have a complete menu, you get a special price of $55 pp
When: Friday 23 November 2018
Where: Casamassima Italian Fare, 48 Salisbury Street, 8013 Christchurch Central
Time: 5,00pm – late
Bookings essential, places limited.
Please book your tickets directly with Casamassima 03 366 1828, or email at info@casamassima.co.nz and pay directly: BNZ 02 0874 0303686 000
Saturday 24 November 12pm
Gourmand Brunch Italian Style
Woke up late today? Casamassima Italian Fare is happy to offer you the beauty of music and the goodness of food: a quartet of cellos will accompany your gourmand Brunch with pieces by Antonio Vivaldi and other Italian composers
Menu
Your favourite Coffee, Fresh Fruit Juice or Smoothie, Croissant with Jam, Home-made Crostata tart with Nutella or Fruit Jam, Omelette Ham and Cheese + Side Salad, Focaccia di Recco, Tuna Fish Tartare with Home-made Maionese
Cost: $45 pp
When: Saturday 24 November 2018
Where: Casamassima Italian Fare, 48 Salisbury Street, 8013 Christchurch Central
Time: 12pm
Bookings essential, places limited.
Please book your tickets directly with Casamassima on 03 366 1828, or email info@casamassima.co.nz and pay directly: BNZ 02 0874 0303686 000
Saturday 24 November 6.30-8.30pm
A celebratory tasting of fine wines from Italy
Welcome to Casamassima Italian Fare for a tasting of fine Italian wines, matched with delicious artisan-made Italian food items on the notes of the most beautiful pieces of Italian classical music.
The Società Dante Alighieri of Christchurch in cooperation with the Italian Embassy, is taking part of this world-wide celebration of Italian cuisine “La Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo” and is proud to present this event of excellence.
A selection of Special Reserve Italian Wines and Salmon, Truffle Caviar Oil, Porcini Mushrooms refinements will be served with the aim to create the best possible combination of flavours to enhance the characteristics of the matched wine.
Our wines will be tasted under the expert guidance of Associate Professor Roland Harrison, Associate Professor of Oenology and Head of the Department of Wine, Food and Molecular Bioscience at Lincoln University. Roland is a knowledgeable and entertaining host with a special interest in Italian wine and culture.
Cost: $38 pp
When: Saturday 24 November 2018
Where: Casamassima Italian Fare, 48 Salisbury Street, 8013 Christchurch Central
Time: 6,30-8,30pm
Bookings essential, places limited.
Please book your tickets directly with Casamassima on 03 366 1828, or email info@casamassima.co.nz and pay directly: BNZ 02 0874 0303686 000
Sunday 25 November 12pm
Masterchef Italia
Casamassima Italian Fare proudly represents Italian cuisine, refined and genuine, top quality in the world: to round off the International Week, our chef Vladimiro will interpret some of the most appreciated Masterchef Italia recipes, accompanied by the most beautiful opera arias by Gioacchino Rossini.
Menu
Welcome Aperitivo: a glass of Prosecco and a platter of Tricolor Cheese Focaccias
First Main: Spaghetti alla Chitarra with Tomato, Asparagus, Pine Nuts, and Squid
Second Main: Beef Fillet with Creamy Porcini Mushroom and Truffle dressing
Dessert: Lemon Sorbet (with optional Vodka)
Cost: $65 pp
When: Sunday 25 November 2018
Where: Casamassima Italian Fare, 48 Salisbury Street, 8013 Christchurch Central
Time: 12pm
Bookings essential, places limited.
Please book your tickets directly with Casamassima on 03 366 1828, or email info@casamassima.co.nz and pay directly: BNZ 02 0874 0303686 000
Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo 2018
November 19 to 25 is the week of Italian cuisine in the world.
The focus for 2018 will be on the Mediterranean kitchen, paying particular attention to cultural aspects of the traditions and ingredients of the territory.
The focus for 2018 will be on the Mediterranean kitchen, paying particular attention to cultural aspects of the traditions and ingredients of the territory.
