Tom Dobson is the Italian and French wine buyer for Spec’s Wine, Spirits & Finer Foods, which counts more than 160 locations across the state of Texas. Tom will be speaking on Sunday evening at the exhibitors seminar. Originally from Tyler, Texas, Tom Dobson has been with Spec’s Family Partners for over 10 years, starting …

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We are thrilled to announce that this year’s Taste of Italy festival will host the third annual “Texas BBQ and Italian Wine” seminar moderated by Houston Chronicle food columnist J.C. Reid, the world’s leading authority on Texas BBQ and foodways. Click here for the seminar schedule and registration. This event will sell out quickly: Act …

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What is terroir? From the late Latin terratorium meaning territory (and ultimately from the Latin terra meaning earth), terroir can be defined as the unique confluence of soil, exposure, and climatic conditions that come together to create distinctive aromas and flavors in foods or wines. Some food experts and historians would add one more element …

Pecorino Toscano, one of Italy’s greatest examples of “terroir” Read More »

We are pleased to share dates for next year’s Taste of Italy festivals, including a new stop on the tour — New Orleans! HOUSTON: March 29-30 NEW ORLEANS (NEW!!!): March 31 LOS ANGELES (Savor Italy): April 2 Taste of Italy and its sister festival in Los Angeles, Savor Italy, are the largest trade and consumer …

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Over the weekend, IACC Texas president Brando Ballerini a director Alessia Paolicchi attended the 28th annual convention of the Italian government’s international chambers of commerce held in Treviso, Venice, and Padua, Italy. They couldn’t have been more proud to represent the Texas chapter of the organization: This year, IACC Texas, based in Houston, was ranked …

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Now in its fifth year, Taste of Italy is the largest fair in the U.S. devoted exclusively to Italian food and wine. This year’s gathering included a panel of leading experts, seminars on Italian wine and food, and a walk-around tasting where more than 300 products were presented. The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Texas is …

Taste of Italy 2019 and “Best Sommelier in Houston” videos are here! Read More »