After the beyond any expectations' success of Nottezero events (Nottezero - Segmento 3rd anniversary and Nottezero Cocktail), we have developed a new project: a series of events of Italian contemporary culture and lifestyle with the aim to divulge those aspects and segments of Italian recent and past accomplishments that have remained unexplored and or overlooked in Australia.
A series of four events; at each event, a different, exclusive Italian restaurant and its chef will design and cook a menu inspired to the entertainment and a somellier will select the perfectly matching wine to enhance the food and your spirit.
The entertainment will vary each time, dedicated respectively to theatre, cinema, art or music.
The first event will take place on Thursday the 23rd of August at The Mandalay Reception in Northcote titled "LA COMMEDIA DEI GOLOSI", featuring La Commedia Dell'Arte and the traditional cuisine of the Veneto region.
The concept of "LA COMMEDIA DEI GOLOSI" will be a five course fine dinner with pairing wines hosted by the talented Italian chef Alessandra D'Angelo from Maccaroni Osteria Italiana in Clifton Hill. With a different premium wine served to enhance each mouthwatering recipe, the diners won't be but delighted.
The guests will be entertained during the event by stage actor Fabio Motta who will perform with masks from La Commedia dell'Arte (Arlecchino, Pantalone, Zanni) and extracts form the works of the Nobel Prize Dario Fo.
An improvised one-man comedy based on the tradition of Commedia dell'arte and the Italian spirit.
What is the Italian spirit? Commedia dell'arte, also know as 'Italian comedy' or 'improvised comedy' has at its heart a possibility...'L'arte di Arrangiarsi' (The art of getting by). This ability of being resourceful, spontaneous, making the most of every situation, regardless of how possible or impossible it may seem - is keenly present in the commedia characters. Perhaps even more importantly, it may be the key to this tradition's popularity for over three centuries and beyond. Commedia dell'arte has created a lasting influence on Shakespeare, Moliere', opera, vaudeville, sit- coms and has given a propitious birth to modern theatre. Fabio Motta will lead us on a journey from some of the stock characters of commedia, it's history and how 'l'arte di arrangiarsi' and it's Italian spirit continues to inspire not only himself but Italian food, cinema, fashion as well as the rest of world.
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Ever since moving to Melbourne from the history-rich, culture-filled Palermo, Alessandra D’Angelo has been committed to bringing the flavours of the land of the sun to the world capital of hospitality.
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Six Italian artists to present their interpretation of life, culture, landscape with a unique Italian flair.
Proudly presented by
Segmento
Italian live jazz performed by the eclectic and multi-instrumentalist, composer and orchestra conductor Mirko Guerrini and Ilaria Crociani, the voice of Melbourne-based band Radiosuccessi.
With the participation of
Radiosuccessi
Fila Australia, the renowned brand of sportswear and accessories favoured by many sporting greats, will showcase some of its most popular garments through a unique fashion parade.
Proudly sponsored by
6 - Fila
Learn more about Italian organic wines and explore its complexity and character guided by a Mastro Sommelier who will introduce to you the secrets of its production, bouquet and taste.
Proudly sponsored by
1 - Maccaroni Osteria italiana
Traditional Italian Arancini full of flavour, texture and consistency. A glorious golden ball of cooked rice that, we believe, requires some ‘art’ to it.
Proudly sponsored by
Arancini Art
Bertocchi's award winning products will be served as antipasto and used as topping on our delicious pizzas.
Proudly sponsored by
Bertocchi
Cantina FASOLI GINO organic and biodynamic wines. Hand pickled and naturally processed like only Italian winemakers can do.
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1 - Maccaroni Osteria italianaA joyous dip into the unexplored and tasteful Sardinian cuisine and the finest creations of Chef Stefano Rassu.
Proudly sponsored by
Pomodoro Sardo
Cappelletti aperitivo is made with a blend of vermouth and alpine herbs great for making a Spritz or Negroni.
Proudly sponsored by
Vinositá
With his sense of fun, warm style and creative mind, TV and radio presenter Pat will guide you through an event to remember
With the participation of
Pat Panetta
Furnitures, lighting and visual aesthetics by Slide Production, one of Australia’s leading event hire companies with strong foundations in creative design and styling.
Proudly sponsored by
5 - Slide Productions
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An improvised one-man comedy based on the tradition of Commedia dell'arte and the Italian spirit.
