SPECIAL OFFER – Learn Italian – Language and Culture Classes
SAVE $55.00 ON OUR COURSES IF YOU BOOK BEFORE ITALIAN WEEK FINISHES ON THE 2ND OF JUNE. Introduction to Italian language and Culture Various Courses commencing throughout the year. Learn Italian culture and the language of love, great teachers and insight into one of the most beautiful and ancient cultures on the planet…. Join us and discover your …
WHEN: Friday, 24 May 2013 – Monday, 3 June 2013
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WHERE: Studio 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley (Corner Alderley Avenue)
Treasury Casino Italian Alfresco Feast
BOOKING ARE NOW CLOSED – Jake and Elle’s Kitchen Rules at Treasury for Italian Week. Talented grand finalists of My Kitchen Rules, Jake and Elle, lend their culinary skills to Treasury Casino’s Italian Alfresco Feast on Friday 24 May. The Sunshine Coast duo will indulge diners at the event with a gastronomic selection of …
WHEN: Friday, 24 May 2013
TIME: 7.00pm
WHERE: The Treasury Courtyard, Treasury Casino
Guarda – An Italian Photographic Exhibition Premiere
Stefania Kleynendorst – Italian photographer and world traveler shares her longtime love of cultures, arts and beauty which inspires her life and drives her photographic style in fresh and innovative ways. Her unique interpretation and style are influenced by her life experiences. In her first Australian exhibition, Stefania showcases a …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013 – Sunday, 2 June 2013
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WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
MasterClass at Artimino Ristorante Italiano
As part of the ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature during Italian Week, Artimino Ristorante Italiano – Cucina Toscana will present a MasterClass where you will learn the following dishes: Pasta Pizza Tiramisu The MasterClass will be followed by a three course lunch with matching wines and …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 11.00am
WHERE: Artimino Ristorante Italiano, 4/323 Oxley Road Graceville
The Verdi Requiem – a thrilling concert to celebrate Verdi’s 200th anniversary
Opening concert event of Italian Week and Grand Finale of the Verdi Celebration in the 4MBS Festival of Classics. Celebrating Giuseppe Verdi’s 200th anniversary featuring Rosario La Spina in Brisbane’s newly refurbished City Hall. With Jacqueline Mabardi, soprano, Georgia Hawes, contralto, Rosario La Spina, tenor, David Wakeham, …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 3.00pm
WHERE: Brisbane City Hall, Adelaide and Ann Street, Brisbane
Bucci presents ‘Autumn in Italy’s North’
Degustation – As as part of the Italian Week ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature, Bucci Restaurant in James Street Precinct in Fortitude Valley presents a degustation menu ‘Autumn in Italy’s North’ Bucci is synonymous with fine light Italian food that incorporates the best and freshest produce. Bucci James Street adds outstanding …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 6.30pm
WHERE: Bucci, 15 James Street, Fortitude Valley,
Gallery of Modern Art presents- Australian film – They’re a Weird Mob
FREE SCREENING As part of Italian Week 2013, the Australian Cinémathèque at the Gallery of Modern Art presents two special screenings of the rarely seen Australian film They’re a Weird Mob 1966 by British director Michael Powell. THEY’RE A WEIRD MOB 1966 (112mins) 11.00am Sunday 26 May 2013 / Cinema A FREE …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 11.00am
WHERE: Gallery of Modern Art – Stanley Place, South Bank, Queensland
Giornata della Dante
Societa` Dante Alighieri Gold coast Inc. presents Italian poetry day. Sunday, 26th May 2013 from 9.30 a.m. Gold Coast Dante Alighieri Society rooms – rear of Gold Coast Italo Australian Club- 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters, Qld. 4226 For information contact the President, Giovanna Santomauro on 07-55395528 or the School …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 9.30am
WHERE: Gold Coast Italo Australian Club- 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters, Qld. 4226
The Art of Making Pasta – Master Class
The Angelo’s Family celebrates 45 years of making pasta. Come join Angelo’s daughter in this hands on class where you will learn the art and passion that drives the brand. Finish the class with a pasta lunch, including dessert and coffee. Each student will receive an Angelo’s gift pack filled with goodies including recipes …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 10.00am
WHERE: Level 1, 28 Wandoo Street, Fortitide Valley
Feste del Piemonte – Celebrating regional dishes
Feste del Piemonte – Celebrating regional dishes and entertainment. Since 1971, the 22nd of May has been set aside as a special day to celebrate the history, culture and languge of Piemonte. Join us as we celebrate the FESTA DEL PIEMONTE, with a luncheon of typical Piemonties dishes. Cost $50 (meal only) for bookings, contact …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 12.00pm
WHERE: Red Hill Community Sports Club Fulcher St Red Hill
Book Presentation and reading by the author Davide Cottone – Canecutter
In collaboration with the Royal Historical Society of Queensland and as part of the Italian Presence in Queensland feature, author Davide Cottone will present his new book ‘canecutter’ and discuss the backstory and read from his book. Sunday 26th May and time 12pm – 3pm. See below for full program of days …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 12.00pm – 3.00 pm
WHERE: The Commissariat Store, Royal Historical Society of Queensland. 115 William Street, Brisbane.
Romanesque Churches: Corpus Christi Church and the Holy Name Cathedral.
In collaboration with the Royal Historical Society of Queensland and as part of the Italian Presence in Queensland feature, guest speaker is Peter Connell, Director of the Mercy Heritage Centre, Brisbane. presents ‘Romanesque Churches: Corpus Christi Church and the Holy Name Cathedral.’ During the years 1912 to 1927, the …
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May 2013
TIME: 1.00pm
WHERE: The Commissariat Store, Royal Historical Society of Queensland. 115 William Street, Brisbane.
Ravishing Ravioli – Master the Pasta with Gianni’s Luca Ferone.
Ravishing Ravioli – Master the Pasta with Gianni’s Luca Ferone – Ravioli Al Nero Di Seppia Ravioli. Traditionally reserved for festivals and special occasions, filled pasta is created with simple, basic ingredients – eggs, flour and salt with fillings of your choice – resulting in a wide range of nutritious and delicious options. …
WHEN: Monday, 27 May 2013
TIME: 6.30pm
WHERE: 6 James Street, Fortitude Valley
MASTERCLASS – Become a Burrata Master @ Bucci
Become a Burrata Master @ Bucci – Part of Italian Week’s ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature – enjoy an intimate MasterClass with one of Brisbane’s leading Italian restaurants on Monday 27 May 2013 starting from 5.00 pm. After exploring the soft and silky feel of curds, stretch your own Burrata, then sit down to a feast revolving around the very …
WHEN: Monday, 27 May 2013
TIME: 5.00 pm Start
WHERE: Bucci, 15 James Street, Fortitude Valley
The Italian Presence in Queensland Exhibition
The Italian Presence in Queensland – In conjunction with the Royal Historical Society of Queensland and hosted as part of the Commissariat Store Exhibition. This exhibition is a celebration of the Italian Community in Queensland. It displays the rich history which Queensland has enjoyed since the Italian migration began in the late 19th …
WHEN: Monday, 27 May 2013 – Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
WHERE: The Commissariat Store, Royal Historical Society of Queensland. 115 William Street, Brisbane.
Presentation on the ‘Pizzica’ the dance & therapy for the souls pains
Presentation on the ‘Pizzica’ dance, international dancer & researcher Selene Pennetta will introduce you in the culture and history of the Salento area, located in the South Italy. She will talk about the Tarantism phenomenon connected to the cultural aspects. The dance techniques will be described in this stage. The …
WHEN: Tuesday, 28 May 2013
TIME: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
Degustation at Ristorante Dell ‘Ugo
Degustation – As part of the Italian Week ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature, Ristorante Dell ‘Ugo presents a special degustation menu to celebrate the festival. Menu Antipata all’Italiana – salumi – olive – grilled vegetables, bocconcini accompanied by (wine) Prosecco. Primo piatto – Lasagna …
WHEN: Wednesday, 29 May 2013
TIME: 7.00 pm
WHERE: 693 Brunswick Street New Farm 4005
Mareeba Heritage Centre – Italian Week Special Feature
Mareeba Heritage Centre volunteer guides present a continuous tours throughout the day, on Wednesday, 29th May, 2013, of our Tobacco Display. We will have Italian speaking guides on hand as well as English speaking. Our Museum opening hours are: 9am – 5pm. We will waive our museum guided tour fees bhowever “donations …
WHEN: Wednesday, 29 May 2013
TIME: 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
WHERE: Mareeba Heritage Centre, 345 Byrnes St Centenary Park Mareeba, Qld 4880
La Cucina Autentica Toscana (the Authentic Tuscan kitchen) – Degustation Dinner
As part of the ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature during Italian Week, Artimino Ristorante Italiano – Cucina Toscana will present a degustation dinner showcasing authentic Tuscan cuisine. We invite you to enjoy the fun, atmosphere and flavours from the secret Italian medieval village of Artimino, nestled amongst the olive groves of …
WHEN: Thursday, 30 May 2013
TIME: 7.00pm
WHERE: Artimino Ristorante Italiano, 4/323 Oxley Road Graceville
PIZZA, PASTA AND PIZZICA
To celebrate Italian Week join the Brisbane Dante Alighieri Society at Casa Italia Community Centre Inc. (26 Gray St, New Farm) On Thursday 30 May at 6:00 pm for a delicious three course meal (pizza, pasta and cannoli + coffee) Enjoy the dancing of Selene Pennetta as she entertains and teaches us the intricacies of her …
WHEN: Thursday, 30 May 2013
TIME: 6.00pm
WHERE: Casa Italian 26 Gray St, New Farm
Waiters Race – Presented by Vittoria Coffee
The Vittoria Coffee Waiters Race is a highly visible, fun and exiting multicultural event. Waiters and waitresses will gather in the Queen Street Mall to compete in a race with a difference-the runners have to carry Vittoria Coffee coffee cups on a tray without spilling a drop. The waiters’ race, or Corsa dei Camerieri in Italian, an …
WHEN: Thursday, 30 May 2013
TIME: 12.00pm
WHERE: Queen Street Mall Stage – Brisbane City
Performance and recital by Adriano, Carla and Emile
‘Adriano, Carla and Emile’ – a trio featuring Adriano on classical guitar and vocals, Carla – vocals and percussion, and Emile on the west-African djembe drum, offer a combination of original, contemporary Italian songs as well as older pieces from the Neapolitan and Sardinian traditions, and instrumental pieces which feature the classical …
WHEN: Friday, 31 May 2013
TIME: 9.15pm – 10.15pm
WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
Timeless Italy – APULIA
Film presentation on – APULIA in Southern Italy. This documentary will introduce you in a travel between all the region well known for its richness in history and culture. The writer Selene Pennetta in collaboration with the photographer and videomaker Francesco Anglani will introduce you on the view of the spectacular documentary named …
WHEN: Friday, 31 May 2013
TIME: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
Annual Italian Golf Classic
Join us for a day of golf, fun, food and good company around the beautiful Virginia Golf Course for the Annual Italian Golf Classic This unique event offers great networking opportunities for you and your company as you will meet other members and friends whist enjoying a great day of gold. You also have the opportunity to win the Italian Golf Classic …
WHEN: Friday, 31 May 2013
TIME: 8.00am
WHERE: Virginia Gold Course Elliot Street Banyo
Pizzica Dance interactive workshop
The first Australian workshop on the ‘Pizzica’ dance; the most ancient dance of the Salento area in the South Italy. The dancer and researcher Selene Pennetta, from Salento, will introduce you on the basic steps of this dance. You will spend a lovely time enjoying and dancing this magical dance. Pizzica was born as a dance-therapy hundreds …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 2.00pm to 3.30pm
WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
Timeless Italy – APULIA
Film presentation on – APULIA in Southern Italy. This documentary will introduce you in a travel between all the region well known for its richness in history and culture. The writer Selene Pennetta in collaboration with the photographer and videomaker Francesco Anglani will introduce you on the view of the spectacular documentary named …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
WHERE: 1/23 South Pine Road Alderley, Brisbane
MasterClass – Ristorante Dell ‘Ugo presents
Part of Italian Week’s ‘Tastes of Italy’ feature – enjoy an intimate MasterClass with one of Brisbane’s leading Italian restaurants. Ristorante Dell ‘Ugo presents a Master Class to teach you how to make the following dishes:- 1. Moscardini Affogati (octopus in Tomato & olive sauce. 2. Tagliattele ai Gamberi …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 11.00 am
WHERE: 693 Brunswick Street New Farm 4005
The Gold Coast Italo Australian Club – Italy’s National Day evening function
The Gold Coast Italo Australian Club – presents Italy’s National Day evening function featuring Live Entertainment – for information phone the Club on 07-55751966 at 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters. Saturday 1st June – Italy’s National Day evening function. Our popular club features a great place to eat and drink. Other …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 7.00pm
WHERE: 8 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters
The Art of Making Pasta – Master Class
SOLD OUT – TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR THE 8TH OF JUNE The Angelo’s Family celebrates 45 years of making pasta. Come join Angelo’s daughter in this hands on class where you will learn the art and passion that drives the brand. Finish the class with a pasta lunch, including dessert and coffee. Each student will receive an …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 10.00am
WHERE: Level 1, 28 Wandoo Street, Fortitide Valley
Exclusive MasterClass with Tartufo’s Tony Percuoco
Join Tony in preparing a fabulous 3 course menu MasterClass where you will be taken behind the scenes and into the kitchen of one of Australia’s best Italian restaurants. Limited to 12 people only, learn from Tony’s 30 years of experience. a One and a half hour MasterClass not to be missed – followed by lunch. The MasterClass will take you …
WHEN: Saturday, 1 June 2013
TIME: 12.00pm to 3.00pm
WHERE: Tartufo Ristorante Italiano – 1000 Ann Street Fortitude Valley Australia
Gallery of Modern Art presents- Australian film – They’re a Weird Mob
As part of Italian Week 2013, the Australian Cinémathèque at the Gallery of Modern Art presents two special screenings of the rarely seen Australian film They’re a Weird Mob 1966 by British director Michael Powell. THEY’RE A WEIRD MOB 1966 (112mins) 11.00am Sunday 26 May 2013 / Cinema A 11.00am Sunday 2 June 2013 / Cinema …
WHEN: Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 11.00am
WHERE: Gallery of Modern Art – Stanley Place, South Bank, Queensland
Tartufo presents ‘Una Giornata in Campagna’ – ‘A Day in the Country’ Degustazione Menu
As part of Italian Week’s ‘Tastes of Italy’ Feature, Tony Percuoco of renowned restaurant Tartufo invites you to experience a menu reminiscent of a day in the countryside with a series of dishes he has prepared to celebrate ‘A Taste of Italy’. The menu includes;- Primo – vitello tonnato – thinly sliced braised …
WHEN: Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 12.00 pm
WHERE: Tartufo Ristorante Italiano – 1000 Ann Street Fortitude Valley Brisbane
Woodfired Delights – Porchetta & Pinot
Italian Woodfired Delights With The Firemaster. Join the firemaster Luca Ferone and Max the Pizza Pirate for a succulent culmination of Italian week, around the crackling fire of our traditional woodfired oven. WOODFIRED DELIGHTS – PORCHETTA & PINOT Sup on succulent meats on a lazy Sunday as Italian week draws to a Tasty close. …
WHEN: Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 1.00pm
WHERE: Taste Loft, 6 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Taste a Pizza – Family night in the Taste Loft
All you can eat woodfired pizza… plus FREE Peroni beer or San Pellegrino. This traditional and popular Sunday night affair is family friendly and delightfully informal. Meet new friends as you savour the seasonal flavours of especially prepared woodfired Pizza’s from Gianni’s Luca Ferone. The dough is …to die for. In the …
WHEN: Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 6.00 pm
WHERE: Taste Loft, 6 James Street, Fortitude Valley 4006
Taste a Pizza – Family night in the Taste Loft 6.30pm
All you can eat woodfired pizza… plus FREE Peroni beer or San Pellegrino. This traditional and popular Sunday night affair is family friendly and delightfully informal. Meet new friends as you savour the seasonal flavours of especially prepared woodfired Pizza’s from Gianni’s Luca Ferone. The dough is …to die for. In the …
WHEN: Sunday, 2 June 2013
TIME: 6.30 pm
WHERE: Taste Loft, 6 James Street, Fortitude Valley 4006