The Centro Papa Giovanni XXIII of Ancona, founded in 1997 thanks to the vision of Don Giancarlo Sbarbati, has long been a cornerstone of the Doric community, offering opportunities for inclusion and growth to young people with disabilities. Among its most successful initiatives is Fricchiò, the Solidarity Catering project that recently earned first place on the renowned review platform TripAdvisor.
This time, the Center surprises everyone again with a unique initiative that combines solidarity and haute cuisine. Directly from the hit TV show Pechino Express, Chef Andrea Belfiore will arrive in Ancona for an evening of culinary creativity and sharing.
📅 Saturday, May 18
At 6:00 p.m., the evening begins with a hands-on pasta workshop in which Chef Belfiore will share his secrets on making fresh homemade pasta (price: €19 – limited to 20 participants).
At 8:00 p.m., the event continues with a special dinner created together with the Chef and the joyful Fricchiò brigade.
Menu
Aperitif with sparkling wine
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Fried polenta coin with creamed cod and lardo di Colonnata
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Bruschetta with whipped ricotta, broad beans and peas, dill
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“Grilled cheese Ancona style” with paccasassi
Pasta
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Mascarpone, marjoram and lemon stuffed fazzoletto, saffron butter
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Fusillone Massi with mullet roe from Marzamemi and lemon zest
Main course
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Traditional Stoccafisso all’Anconetana with potatoes
Dessert
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Strawberry tiramisu cake
Drink: Vino di visciole (cherry wine)
💶 Price: €49
Seats are limited! To join this extraordinary evening, call 371-4213754 by May 15.
All proceeds will be donated to support people with disabilities assisted by the Centro Papa Giovanni XXIII.