Gastronomic spectacle Aromatica 2025 set for launch in Diano Marina continues to unfold
Get Ready for a Flavor-Filled Weekend in Diano Marina!
Mark your calendars for May 9-11, 2025, as Diano Marina, Italy, becomes the epicenter of delectable delights for the 12th edition of Aromatica: The Scented Feast of the Ligurian Riviera! Prepare to indulge in a whirlwind of taste, culture, and entertainment. Here's a lowdown on what's cooking!
A Kaleidoscope of Palatable Pleasures
The city transforms into an open-air stage, inviting over 100 exhibitors, food trucks, and refreshment points to join the party. The heartbeat of the event? 15 cooking shows featuring top-tier chefs ready to share their secrets and techniques for maximizing local flavors. And let's not forget the much-anticipated four-hand dinners, three nights dedicated to gastronomic creativity, with celebrated guests and local chefs teaming up.
Cocktail competitions, workshops for adults and kids, book launches, tastings, and themed windows are all part of the fun. This year, there's something new - sensory paths in the gardens of Piazza Dante. The evening of Saturday is set to get groovy with a concert by Alis Ray, fresh from opening for the legendary Vasco Rossi's San Siro show.
Famous Faces and Food Maestros
The event will see some big names gracing the stage, including MasterChef Italia 2024 winner Eleonora Riso, Tinto, a radio and TV personality, and Oscar Farinetti, the mastermind behind Eataly. Joining them will be Teo Musso, a pioneer of Italian craft beer, and Michelangelo Mammoliti, a Michelin-starred chef showcasing his exclusive "Riviera" dish.
Don't miss Alessandro Di Zio, a university professor and forager who's worked with top chefs, and Adrien de Crignis, a rising star in Franco-Italian cuisine.
The Unforgettable Tale of Pesto
For the third year in a row, Aromatica will host the local stage of the World Pesto Championship. Come and watch as amateur and passionate cooks compete fiercely to create the best Genoese pesto in a mortar. The victor will have a chance to compete in the 2026 world finals in Genoa.
More Fun to Be Had!
A rich calendar of collateral initiatives will be in place to make your Aromatica experience unforgettable! From the Aromatica Padel Cup tournament to bicycle tours exploring the Gulf of Diano, guided walks showcasing the local herbs, and rosemary distillation workshops - sport, wellness, and taste are all covered!
Smooth Sailing for Visitors
To make your visit hassle-free, a shuttle service will be in operation between the station and the city center. On Friday, there are departures throughout the day from the station to via Cesare Battisti, courtesy of Riviera Trasporti. On Saturday and Sunday, a free service every 20-30 minutes from 10.30 AM to 7.30 PM will be available between the station and viale Kennedy.
Enjoy the unfolding symphony of flavor, aroma, and culture at Diano Marina's Aromatica! The ingredients are all set, and the anticipation is mounting. Let the feast begin!
(Pssst! If you're wondering about the mayor's sentiments, well, he's 'gunho' about starting this new edition and believes that with top-notch flavors, innovation, and active participation, it's set to become the cornerstone of their event calendar, welcoming the summer season.)
- The 12th edition of Aromatica: The Scented Feast of the Ligurian Riviera, scheduled for May 9-11, 2025, in Diano Marina, Italy, promises an average of 100 exhibitors and food trucks offering a variety of dishes and scents.
- The event will feature cooking shows, four-hand dinners, cocktail competitions, workshops, book launches, themed windows, and sensory paths in the gardens of Piazza Dante, creating a lifestyle experience combining food-and-drink, home-and-garden, and entertainment.
- Notable personalities, such as Eleonora Riso, Tinto, Oscar Farinetti, Teo Musso, Michelangelo Mammoliti, Alessandro Di Zio, and Adrien de Crignis, will be attending the event, sharing their expertise in culinary arts.
- Immerse yourself in the tale of pesto as amateur cooks compete fiercely in the World Pesto Championship, and enjoy additional experiences such as the Aromatica Padel Cup, bicycle tours, guided walks, rosemary distillation workshops, and a shuttle service for a hassle-free visit.
