Food and drink is at the heart of Italian culture. Throughout history, Italians have come together to enjoy the flavours of their nation. Experience the joy of Italian dining through a vast selection of wine and food events across Adelaide.
Food & Culture
Festivale Italiana a Patritti
Patritti
Free entry event with Italian food, wine, beer, cocktails, spritz and live music.
Be part of our culinary ‘tour’ to discover most of the iconic Italian foods and wines. With a special menu to showcase how all these products become the soul and taste of our traditional Italian dishes. Completed with a selection of Italian wines.
Celebration of the Patron Saint of Trieste and the 70th Anniversary of the first ships to leave Trieste for Australia.
Cost: $75 including 4-course meal and entertainment. Children under 12 $45 Location: Sicilian Social & Sports Club. 45a O.G.Road Klemzig Time: 6:30pm To purchase/book ticket: phone: (08) 7118 1956 or email: alabardassc@gmail.com
A Traditional Calabrese Dinner Extravaganza
Arena Community Club.
An intimate Calabrese dinner showcasing traditional Southern Italian food and entertainment. Enjoy a delicious 4-course meal including antipasto, pasta and dessert with percolated coffee. Includes prosseco on arrival and Italian wine, beer and soft drinks.
Cost: $80 inclusive of drinks
Time : 6:30pm
Location: Arena Community Club To purchase/book ticket: phone: 0488 208 335
Culture
Dolci di Natale
Molinara Cultural and Community Club
Come and enjoy cooking Italian Christmas Sweets while sharing Italian Christmas traditions. Once the cooking is done, we will enjoy afternoon tea eating our dolci and drinking vin brule and un café.
Once Upon A Time In Italy: Legendary soundtracks from the Golden Age of iconic Italian Cinema
Nanni Calandro’s Cinematic Gang
Australia’s only cabaret show featuring captivating soundtracks from Italian cinematic masterpieces, along with the fascinating stories behind their creation. The show masterfully blends original movie scores with engaging narratives and behind the scenes stories, delivering an unforgettable experiences.
Cost: General admission: $35 Concession: $30
Time: 1st Sitting: Doors open 5pm for 5:30pm show start 2nd Sitting: Doors open 7:30pm for 8pm show start
Come and experience a fun show featuring popular stories, songs, dances, and games celebrating Italian customs and traditions. Presented by popular children’s entertainer, Tony Genovese and acclaimed accordion player, Lino Cardone.
Suitable for children of all ages.
Cost: Free (Proudly sponsored by the Altavilla Irpina Sports & Social Club)
Location: Altavilla Club, 281 The Parade, Beulah Park
Amalfi Coast Paint and Sip
Paint Adelaide
Step into the vibrant spirit of the Adelaide Italian Festival through our ‘Amalfi Coast’ paint and sip experience. Bring your own drinks and nibbles, This event is for 14+. Need to be accompanied by one paying adult.
Come for an evening of musica, cinema, storie e nostalgia. Giri, (Franco Parrella) the Godfather of Italian Lounge pays homage to Italian popular Cantautori. Come early for a pre-show dinner then sit back, tap, clap, sing or dance along all set against a backdrop of nostalgic flicks.
Cost- $25 per person Time – 8pm Location: Altavilla Club, 281 The Parade, Beulah Park SA 5067 Date – Saturday 2nd November To book : Click here