Taste your way through il Bel Paese at our Aperitivo Italiano: A Tour of Italy, featuring wines from Lombardy, Umbria, Sardinia, and Sicily. We are pleased to welcome Gabriele “Gabe” Chiocca of Mexcor International Wine and Spirits as our presenter for the wine tasting, which will be accompanied by Italian-style light bites.

About the presenter

Gabriele “Gabe” Chiocca was born in Sarzana, a small town in Liguria, Italy. He graduated from LSU with a B.A. in Art History and worked at Continental Airlines as an International Flight Attendant for two years before becoming a wine specialist at RNDC Fine Wines, where he worked for five years. With over 18 years of experience in the wine industry, Gabe now works as an international sales consultant at Mexcor International Wine and Spirits.

Facciamo l’aperitivo!

Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Location: Italian Cultural & Community Center, 1101 Milford Street, Houston, TX 77006

Price: $30 ICCC Members | $35 Non-members

What does aperitivo italiano really mean?

An aperitivo (or apéritif) is often described as being similar to the American happy hour, but in reality, it’s so much more than that. An aperitivo is a ritual, joyous and mood-lifting. It relaxes you after a day of work and prepares you for the night to come. The aperitivo has long been a staple in Italy, and in recent years, has been gaining more appreciation around the world.

By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge the following: I understand that I am reserving a spot, and reservations for this event are nonrefundable. If I am unable to attend, I understand that I can transfer my ticket to a friend.

This event is funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.

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