The Flavors of Italy: A Celebration of Food and Culture
Overview
“Life is a combination of magic and pasta.โ
โFederico Fellini
In Italy, foodย isย culture. For centuries, going back to the Romanย Empire, each Italian region has made inimitable contributions toย global cuisine: from the succulent tomato sauces of the south, to theย creamy risotto dishes of the north. Italy’s astonishing culinaryย traditions became as integral to Italian identity as the art ofย Michelangelo and the opera of Verdi. Inspired by the world’s love ofย Italian cooking, this unique, new presentation will be hosted byย renowned Bard College Professor Joseph Luzzi, an award-winner teacher, author, and scholar on Italian culture.
Through this deep exploration of Italian cuisine and its many fascinating stories, participants will truly understand the old Italian proverb,ย “a tavola non sโinvecchia mai”ย โ โat the table one never ages.”
Reviews
Professor Luzzi never disappoints. His enthusiasm for his topic, whatever it is, is infectious. He has the ability to pull his audience into his favorite sights, smells and tastes so they experience through his eyes, nose and mouth.
An absolutely outstanding, engaging presentation on a delectable topic. Prof. Luzziโs use of personal anecdotes and his animated enthusiastic style bring a uniquely humanistic touch. Warning: Donโt watch on an empty stomach. I was fantasizing about my favorite Italian food before I got halfway through!
Wonderful program.