Campania Shines in Global Spotlight: A Culinary Journey Through Territory and Traditions
Campania’s unique blend of geography, history, and culinary heritage was celebrated in an exclusive showcase titled ‘Divine Campania and Its Stars’, offering invited guests a gastronomic journey through the region’s rich traditions. Held in London on November 6th at The Italian Embassy, this special event highlighted Campania’s remarkable culinary influence through a thoughtfully crafted menu, curated to bring the flavours of Italy’s southern coast directly to an international audience.
The event, A Journey Through Territory and Traditions, featured a range of Campanian specialties, underscoring why the region has become an inspiration for chefs and food lovers worldwide. Guests enjoyed a menu that wove together the essence of Campania’s traditional dishes, including:
The Fried Specialties – showcasing the art of Campanian frying with golden, crispy bites that embody the region’s approach to simple, yet flavourful food.
The Mozzarella – highlighting the creamy buffalo mozzarella of Aversa, famed for its rich texture and taste.
The Fish – featuring fresh Mediterranean seafood, a staple in Campania’s coastal cuisine.
A Stroll through Sorrento – a course dedicated to the Sorrento Peninsula’s flavours, capturing the aromas of local herbs and the essence of citrus groves.
The Rice and The Pasta – an homage to Campania’s passion for pasta and risotto, crafted with traditional ingredients.
The Vegetables – using local produce such as San Marzano tomatoes, celebrated for their taste and quality in both Campanian and global kitchens.
In the dessert section, “Sweet Campania” indulged attendees with classic treats, each carrying Campania’s culinary legacy:
The Babà – a rum-soaked sponge delicacy.
The Pastiera – a traditional ricotta pie that symbolises the region’s Easter celebrations.
The Graffette – a Campanian twist on doughnuts, dusted with sugar and perfect for ending a meal.
In addition to these classic dishes, Divine Campania brought in some of the region’s finest wines, showcasing selections from Villa Campagnano and Cantine Antonio Mazzella of Ischia. Sparkling wines from these vineyards offered a taste of Campania’s volcanic terroir, while Biancolella DOC and Per’e palummo DOC from Cantine Casa d’Ambra added a unique dimension to the evening, reflecting the essence of the region’s soil and climate in every sip.
Felice Casucci, Councillor for Tourism of the Campania Region, spoke passionately about the importance of events like this to share Campania’s heritage with the world
“Campania is the irresistible embrace of a people that challenges every attempt at classification. Our region’s culinary legacy, intertwined with its land and history, inspires not only travelers, but chefs worldwide. This event celebrates the journey into the heart of Campania, a place where food is not only tasted but felt.”
From fried delights to fragrant wines, ‘Divine Campania and Its Stars’ demonstrated how Campania’s culinary offerings extend beyond ingredients, bringing together tradition, territory, and a love for life that makes the region a beacon in both the world of tourism and the global culinary scene.
