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London, September 30th, 2025 \u2013 The latest London edition of The Italian Show<\/b> concluded with great success, once again celebrating the excellence of Italian food and wine. Organized by I Love Italian Food<\/b> in collaboration with the Federazione Italiana Cuochi UK<\/b>, the event brought together professionals from the food & beverage industry and champions of authentic Made in Italy.
Set in the elegant Royal Horticultural Halls<\/b> in Westminster, the day welcomed hundreds of British and international operators for a full immersion into Italian culinary culture, through masterclasses, talks, and tastings.<\/p>\n
The event opened with the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony<\/b>, attended by representatives from the Embassy of Italy in London<\/b>, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA)<\/b>, and the Consulate General of Italy in London<\/b>, who greeted the audience and emphasized the importance of initiatives like The Italian Show in promoting the Italian agri-food sector in the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n
Right after the official opening, the spotlight turned to the Tasting Show<\/b>, where Chef Carmelo Carnevale<\/b>, President of the Italian Culinary Consortium<\/b>, kicked off the program with a masterclass dedicated to Gorgonzola DOP<\/b>, showing how creativity can elevate one of Italy\u2019s most iconic products. He was followed by Chef Cristina Bowerman<\/b>, Michelin-starred at Glass Hostaria in Rome, who shared her vision of contemporary Italian cuisine<\/b>, highlighting flexibility and innovation as essential tools for today\u2019s restaurateurs.<\/p>\n
In the afternoon, Chef Gennaro Esposito<\/b>, two Michelin stars at La Torre del Saracino, led guests on a flavorful journey celebrating the Italian tomato<\/b>, in collaboration with Ciao \u2013 Il Pomodoro di Napoli<\/b>. Later, the Cuochi Contadini<\/b> of Campagna Amica<\/b> showcased their dishes inspired by rural Italian traditions, while Filippo La Gattuta<\/b>, Executive Chef at Big Mamma UK<\/b>, closed the cooking demos with an engaging lesson on the art of pasta, focusing on the bicolor raviolo as a symbol of creativity and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n
The Pizza Show<\/b> also drew large crowds, featuring an outstanding lineup of some of the world\u2019s top Italian pizzaioli: from Peppe Cutraro<\/b>, world champion of contemporary pizza and a symbol of Italian success in Paris, to Diego Vitagliano<\/b>, who brought to London the authentic flavors of the Campi Flegrei<\/b>. Davide Civitiello<\/b> revealed the secrets behind crafting the perfect gluten-free pizza<\/b>, while Lorenzo Floris<\/b> (Rudy\u2019s) celebrated the true Neapolitan pizza<\/b> and its timeless identity. Among the most original performances was Roberto Vitale<\/b> (Pizza Chef at A\u2019Do\u2019RE\u2019 fritto<\/b>), who showcased how pizza dough can become a tool for creativity and innovation with his fried pizza shaped like a bab\u00e0<\/b>, blending technique and tradition in a contemporary key. To conclude the program, Antonino Stillitano<\/b> (Calabrisella, Cardiff) brought a touch of innovation with his bergamot-infused dough<\/b>, paying homage to Calabria and embodying a modern vision rooted in authenticity.<\/p>\n
On the Talks Stage<\/b>, moderated by journalist Rosita Dagh<\/b> of London One Radio<\/b>, industry experts and professionals discussed the latest trends in the British market. Panels covered a wide range of topics, from the connection between food and culinary tourism<\/b>\u2014with insights from Carmelo Troccoli<\/b>, Enrico Soresini<\/b>, and Micaela Giacobbe<\/b>\u2014to the rise of Italian pizza chains in the UK<\/b>, featuring Enrico Pireddu<\/b>, Salvatore Aloe<\/b>, and David Tester<\/b>. In the afternoon, Antimo Caputo<\/b>, Maurizio Cecco<\/b>, and Luigi Carnevale<\/b> explored the role of flavor as a cultural bridge between Italy and the UK, while the final session\u2014with Giorgio Locatelli<\/b>, Enzo Oliveri<\/b>, Maurizio Fazzari<\/b>, and David Foskett<\/b>\u2014offered an in-depth reflection on the evolution of Italian hospitality in the United Kingdom<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Once again, The Italian Show London 2025<\/b> proved to be a key meeting point between international professionals and Italian supply chains, a platform where education, culture, and business converge to promote the quality and authenticity of Made in Italy. A day filled with energy, inspiration, and sharing that reaffirmed how Italian cuisine continues to unite people, stories, and territories around the world\u2014carrying forward the unmistakable value of our gastronomic identity.<\/p>\n
The Italian Show \u2013 London<\/b> is a project organized by I Love Italian Food<\/b> and Federazione Italiana Cuochi UK<\/b>.
With the patronage of:<\/b> Embassy of Italy in London, Consulate General of Italy in London, and ITA \u2013 Italian Trade Agency.
In collaboration with:<\/b> Istituto Italiano di Cultura Londra, ICC \u2013 Italian Culinary Consortium, AICUK, and Istituto 100% Italiano.
With the contribution of:<\/b> Coldiretti, Fondazione Campagna Amica, and Associazione Terranostra.
Supported by sponsors:<\/b> Mulino Caputo, Ciao Pomodoro, Igor, Lurisia, Orogel, Carnevale.
Pizza Show Sponsors:<\/b> Mulino Caputo, Ciao Pomodoro, Latteria Sorrentina.
Technical Partners:<\/b> Pentole Agnelli, Izzo Forni, Allens, Effeuno, Jungle, White\u2019s.
Official Event Radio:<\/b> London One Radio.<\/p>\n
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