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A summer Tuesday in New York turned into a sensory journey through the most authentic Italy. On July 15, in the elegant setting of the Columbus Citizens Foundation, the first educational event of House of Made in Italy<\/i> took place \u2014 the cultural and promotional project that, for an entire year, will transform Manhattan into a showcase of Italian excellence.<\/p>\n
The true stars of the technical seminar were Italian PDO cheeses and wines<\/b>, presented and tasted in front of a selected audience of over 50 professionals, including chefs, sommeliers, importers, restaurateurs, and food and wine journalists. The event was organized by I Love Italian Food<\/i> and the Istituto 100% Italiano<\/i>, with the support of ITA – Italian Trade Agency<\/b>, Coldiretti<\/b>, Filiera Italia<\/b>, and Granterre<\/b>.<\/p>\n
The day began with institutional greetings from Silvia Meloni<\/b> for I Love Italian Food, Carmen Damiani-Hacker<\/b> for the Columbus Citizens Foundation, Raimondo Lucariello<\/b> on behalf of the ICE New York Office, and Luigi Scordamaglia<\/b>, representing Coldiretti and Filiera Italia via remote connection.<\/p>\n
The core of the event was a technical-educational seminar that guided participants through the meaning and value of the PDO (Protected Designation of Origin)<\/b> certification \u2014 a symbol of authenticity, traceability, and strong territorial identity.<\/p>\n
Through expert storytelling, guided tastings, and educational materials, participants explored some of the finest examples of Italian dairy excellence: Parmigiano Reggiano<\/b>, Grana Padano<\/b>, Pecorino Romano<\/b>, Asiago Fresco<\/b>, and Piave Vecchio<\/b>, each paired with a selected PDO wine to enhance its sensory profile.<\/p>\n
The seminar was led by two expert voices: Robert Campana<\/b>, founder of the Stop Italian Sounding<\/i> project, presented the cheese modules, focusing on production areas, processes, and guided sensory analysis; Paola Pavan<\/b>, Italian Wine Ambassador<\/i> and wine expert based in New York, guided the audience through the wine tastings and the logic behind each pairing.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt a time when tariffs between the United States and the European Union threaten to undermine the competitiveness of our most iconic products, offering a training opportunity like this means strengthening awareness and knowledge of true Made in Italy,\u201d said Silvia Meloni<\/b>, Vice President of I Love Italian Food and Coordinator of the Istituto 100% Italiano. \u201cHighlighting certified origin and product quality is not only a cultural act, but a strategic one.\u201d<\/p>\n
To conclude the seminar, a convivial moment allowed guests to deepen the themes discussed, enjoy new tasting combinations, and connect with other professionals in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.<\/p>\n
This event officially opens the cultural calendar of House of Made in Italy<\/i>, a project that will continue through July 2026, bringing to New York a series of initiatives, meetings, and events dedicated to promoting Italian culture \u2014 from food & wine to design, from fashion to sport \u2014 building concrete bridges between Italy and the United States.<\/p>\n
House of Made in Italy\u00a0is a project by\u00a0I Love Italian Food\u00a0and\u00a0Columbus Citizens Foundation, presented\u00a0under the patronage of Italian Trade Agency, with the support of\u00a0Coldiretti\u00a0and\u00a0Filiera Italia.<\/i><\/p>\n
Sponsors:\u00a0Agriform,\u00a0Mulino Caputo,\u00a0Casa Modena,\u00a0Ciao Il Pomodoro di Napoli,\u00a0Filicori Zecchini,\u00a0Acetaia Giusti,\u00a0Granterre,\u00a0Lurisia,\u00a0Monini,\u00a0Parmareggio,\u00a0Effeuno,\u00a0Il Newyorkese,\u00a0Marino PR,\u00a0La Gazzetta dello Sport, and\u00a0Istituto 100% Italiano.<\/i><\/p>\n
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