Taste of Italy Events at Four Seasons Orlando

Don’t miss the Piemonte Culinary Celebration for a Taste of Italy Event like no other at Four Seasons Resort Orlando, October 27 – 29!

When Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort put out a call for all Italian food lovers to join them at the 3-day Taste of Italy Celebration of Piemonte this weekend, they might as well have written my name in big bold letters at the top of the press release. I am an Italian food lover and I do believe marinara sauce runs through my veins.

A culinary excursion of Italy is at the top of my ‘someday list’. Wouldn’t you like to experience ‘La Dolce Vita’? Fantastic Italian chefs cooking all sorts of delicious dishes using the freshest of ingredients, Italian wines flowing, a beautiful outdoor setting overlooking majestic grounds, and animated conversation where everyone talks with their hands and kisses you on both cheeks to say hello and goodbye? I know I do.

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Fresh made pasta…. Yes, please!

Until I can #MakeSomedayHappen with a trip to Piemonte, I’m lucky to have the Four Seasons Resort Orlando nearby. Executive Chef Fabrizio Schenardi, who hails from Torino, Italy is brining this authentic Italian experience directly to us at Ravello Italian Restaurant.

Ravello will be host to several events highlighting the Piemonte region of Italy, which the Italian American Heritage Foundation has declared the “Region of Honor” for 2016. The events designed for Italian food lovers, some of which are complimentary, will allow guests to immerse themselves in an authentic ‘Taste of Italy’ experience.

Ravello’s comfortable setting and open kitchen is the perfect backdrop.

Visiting Chefs from IFSE Culinary School in Italy

Schenardi has invited Italian guest chefs in partnership from the Italian Food Style Education (IFSE) Culinary School in Italy to prepare an Italian culinary extravaganza like no other.

IFSE is the only cooking school that is acknowledged by the General Secretary of The Italian Republic, referred to as the most innovative school of Italian cuisine.

In April 2015, Chef Schenardi was presented with the Paolo Bertani Award for his Italian culinary achievements by the Italian Academy of Cuisine and IFSE. During a trip to Italy this summer, Chef Schenardi was able to discuss collaborating with IFSE and Raffaele Trovato, the school’s director.

“I’m very excited to bring the IFSE professionals to Ravello and have our guests and local residents take part in a truly authentic Italian experience,” says Schenardi. “Raffaele Trovoto is one of the most highly regarded instructors and mentors, and I am looking forward to having him bring his talents to Four Seasons Resort Orlando.”

The three-day event will include Trovoto and other IFSE members, and will begin with a welcome tasting of imported Italian extra virgin olive oils with housemade breads, a decadent appetiser buffet, and wine tasting. Day two consists of a five-course Italian feast in Ravello and a dessert party in Capa; and a pop-up Italian Market will be offered Thursday through Sunday, to feature imported olive oils, wines, and housemade Italian pastries and desserts, from Chef Fabrizio’s bomboloni and biscotti to his housemade limocello and gelato. Visitors to the Italian Market can purchase these delicacies to-go, or can purchase and enjoy on property. A special Italian coffee lounge will feature delicious lattes, cappuccinos and more, to be enjoyed on the gorgeous outdoor terrace. Complimentary classes will also be offered to Resort guests and to the public.

Taste of Italy Event Details

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Class: Introduction to Italian Olive Oils and Wines

This complimentary class provides an opportunity to learn about the different olive oil varietals and how to identify defects and positive attributes in both the oils and wines.

Italian Olive Oil and Wine Tasting with Appetizer Buffet
6:00 to 9:00 pm / Ravello Demonstration Kitchen and Terrace
USD 35 per person (tax and gratuity are included)

Taste unique wines from Piedmont, Italy, and enjoy a delicious buffet of Italian appetisers and an assortment of imported olive oils with fresh baked breads.

Friday, October 28, 2016

Class: Introduction to Italian Olive Oils and Wines

This complimentary class provides an opportunity to learn about the different olive oil varietals and how to identify defects and positive attributes in both the oils and wines.

Italian Feast – Five-Course Dinner
7:00 to 9:00 pm / Ravello (note, weather permitting, this dinner will be enjoyed on the outdoor terrace of Ravello)
USD 175 per person (tax and gratuity are included)

Experience a decadent Italian feast that will transport attendees to feel as if they’re in Piemonte, Italy for the night. Featuring housemade pastas, gourmet breads and olive oils, and the exclusive white Alba truffle from Italy, this dinner will be a memorable experience. In Italy, throughout the month of October, the White Truffle Festival is one of the oldest Italian truffle festivals that remains widely attended year after year. Following the dinner, guests will delight in a Dessert Party held in a private dining room at the Resort’s rooftop restaurant, Capa.

Italian Dessert Party
9:00 to 10:30 pm / Capa
USD 25 per person (Included for those who purchase a ticket to the Italian Feast)

Enjoy an indulgent dessert buffet of Italian delights, such as tiramisu and cannoli, and an Italian coffee bar. Conclude the evening with a Spumante Metodo Classico toast and the Magic Kingdom Park fireworks display, viewed from the Capa terrace.

Saturday, October 29, 2016

Coffee Class

Learn how to make savory dishes featuring Italian coffee at this complimentary class.

“Il Mercato Italiano” Italian Marketplace
Thursday October 27 – Sunday, October 30, 2016
6:00 to 9:00 pm

Stop by the Ravello Demonstration Kitchen, transformed into Il Mercato Italiano. The marketplace will feature imported olive oils, wines, and more for sale, in addition to housemade Italian pastries and desserts, from Chef Fabrizio’s bomboloni and biscotti to his housemade limoncello and gelato. Visitors to the Italian Market can purchase these delicacies to-go, or can purchase and dine on property. An Italian coffee lounge will feature delicious lattes, cappuccinos and more, and Giuso ice cream will be available as well, perfect to enjoy on the gorgeous outdoor terrace. This is a non-ticketed event guests can come in at leisure each night to shop and enjoy.

For all of the dining events, space is limited; guests must reserve their spot accordingly via the Eventbrite page. Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort  is located at 10100 Dream Tree Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32836 FourSeasons.com/Orlando