Chef Sergei, Catering manager Marilena and Tom De Nardi

The Piazza De Nardi was the site for a true taste of the Mediterranean at the Culinary Federations October meeting.  Tom De Nardi welcomed us to the Piazza where we began the evening with tastings of Parmigiano Reggiano  , fresh sliced Prosciutto and a chilled glass of Prosecco at La Boutique del Vino a wine store featuring wines from around the world.

Next we were guided upstairs to the event center and reception area where Marilena Moccia, catering and events manager for the Piazza welcomed us to a set of hot pastas , an array of house made sausages and fine cheeses including cheeses by BelGiosso. Chef Sergei Dedenko of La Boutique del Vino prepared the fine foods served in the evening and was there throughout to share stories and answer questions about the meal.

While the chefs shared some fine food and wine, Tom De Nardi, sales and marketing director for Piazza De Nardi gave us a color-full presentation about the authentic sourcing going on to provide the best of Italy to Winnipeg.

Culinary Federation Winnipeg Welcomed new member Chef Aaron Crawford of the St. Charles Club.

New member Chef Aaron Crawford of the St.Charles Country Club is welcomed to the Federation.

Marilena and Chef Sergei of La Boutique del Vina who presented a delight-full and delicious display of the best of Italy.

Tom discusses the finer points of slicing parma ham.