‘La Dolce Vita’ cuisine for an Italian holiday in PH

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From left, Charles AW (CEO of Bialetti Philippines), Kevin Ong (CEO of One, Two, Eight Catering), Karen Valdez (Marketing Manager at the Italian Bakery) Alessandro Poliziani (Pastry Chef and Food Technologist at the Italian Bakery), [guest], Florence Ko (CEO of FURNitalia), Sergio Boero (ICCPI President), Anthony Villanueva (COO of Blu Coffee), Honey Jane Quimson (Vice Pres for Sales of Blu Coffee), Sallie Zanirato (CEO of Silver Secrets), [guest] Michael Reyes (Executive Director at The Wine Club) and, Adelino Moniz Da Costa (Sales Manager Esclusivo) Photo from Italian Chamber of Commerce Philippines.

By Marinel E. Peroy

The Italian Chamber of Commerce Philippines (ICCPI) brought an early taste of Christmas to Manila on November 9 with a vibrant culinary showcase at FURNItalia in BGC, Taguig City.

Over 300 guests, including ICCPI members, C-level executives, celebrities, and other stakeholders, gathered to experience the flavors of Italy.

From L: Carlo Liay (ADB Liaison Officer for the Italian Trade Agency), Giovanni Porcu (Deputy Head Mission of Embassy of Italy in Manila), and Sergio Boero (ICCPI President)

With every bite of focaccia, sip of wine, and taste of gelato, guests indulged in an authentic Italian experience, embracing a season of warmth, camaraderie, and joy.

This celebration highlighted Italy’s gastro diplomacy and showcased some of Italy’s finest offerings—from artisanal furniture to golden olive oils.

Featured exhibitors included:

  • Bialetti
  • The Wine Club
  • Blu Coffee
  • Silver Secrets Inc.
  • AM Group
  • Kevin Ong Patisserie
  • Italian Bakery
  • Esclusivo Inc.

With Italian hospitality at its heart, the event captured “la dolce vita” in Manila, inviting everyone to celebrate Italy’s festive spirit in a new home away from home.

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