Bangkok, Thailand, November 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Urbani White Truffle Dinner at the ALATi Mediterranean Restaurant of the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok features four Italian culinary masters: Chef Carlo Valenziano, the innovative force behind the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok; Chef Gianni Favro, the renowned Italian chef and restaurateur in Bangkok for 25 years and founder of Gianni Ristorante; Chef Christian Martena of Clara Restaurant, listed in the Michelin Guide since 2021 and by TOP50 ITALY as the "21st Best Italian Restaurant in the World in 2023"; and Chef Marco Avesani, who blends traditional Italian cuisine with modernity, refinement, and conviviality at La Bottega Restaurant. From November 20-21, 2023, these four masters of Italian cuisine in Bangkok will present an exclusive five-course menu of Italian specialties, including fresh white truffles from Urbani, paired with wines from Gianni Gagliardo.

Discover the exclusive Urbani White Truffle Dinner, where each chef presents their own individual menu featuring the finest fresh white truffles from Urbani Truffles, Italy's leading producer for 170 years. Chefs Carlo, Gianni, Christian, and Marco have created a culinary journey through authentic and delicious Italian dishes with invigorating aromas that perfectly complement the intense and rich flavor of the fresh Urbani white truffles. These are traditionally sliced ​​before the guests' eyes.

Award-winning bartender Matteo Cadeddu from Opium Bar Bangkok, which is listed in the 2023 Asia's 50 Best Bars list, will delight guests on both evenings with two special pre-cocktails in collaboration with Sabatini Gin.

Embark on a flavorful culinary journey with Executive Chef Gianni, the founder of Gianni Ristorante, and experience as a first course “Battuta” of Fassona beef with aged Parmesan mayonnaise, lamb's lettuce and white Urbani truffle, accompanied by “Gianni Gagliardo Fallegro Favorita 2021”.

The second course by Carlo Valenziano, Executive of the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, consists of “glazed chicken and duck liver agnolotti, Barolo jus, roasted hazelnuts and white Urbani truffle”, accompanied by “Gianni Gagliardo Garetto Nizza Favà 2021”.

The third course from chef Marco Avesani of Bottega Bangkok consists of “Risotto, Nosellari leek, Jerusalem artichoke, Cardo Gobbo and white Urbani truffle” paired with “Gianni Gagliardo Barolo 2021”.

The fourth and main course by chef Christian Martena, founder of the Clara restaurant, consists of “yellow chicken, banana blossom, young sage and white Urbani truffle”, accompanied by “Gianni Gagliardo Barolo del Comune di La Morra 2021”.

This fascinating journey through the Italian region ends with the signature recipe of pastry chef Franck Istel from the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, consisting of "hazelnut crème brèlé, 70% chocolate ganache, almond cake crumble and white Urbani truffle", paired with "Moscato d'Asti Tenuta Garetto DOCG".

The “Urbani White Truffle Dinner” by four Italian chefs offers an exclusive 5-course menu featuring Urbani White Truffle and Italian wines for THB 8,000++ per person. Included in the price are a welcome cocktail, 5 glasses of Gianni Gagliardo wine pairings, ACQUA PANNA mineral water, SANPELLEGRINO sparkling water, coffee, and tea. The dinner takes place from Monday to Tuesday, November 20th and 21st, 2023, from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM at ALATi on the ground floor of the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.

All food prices are subject to a 7% state tax and a 10% service charge.

For further information or reservations, please contact ALATi at +66 (0) 2 162 9000

About URBANI TRUFFLE: The company's story began in 1852 with the export of fresh truffles to France. This gave rise to a company that has grown steadily in size and importance over the years. Today, the sixth generation continues the family mission with the same passion as 170 years ago. In 2021, truffle hunting was added to UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage. Urbani Truffles is committed to preserving this tradition for future generations, always respecting nature and time. Urbani currently exports to 68 countries worldwide and has 23 branches. Its products are available in major cities such as Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Seoul, Manila, Bangkok, and many more. A catalog featuring over 600 truffle products in various forms is the hallmark of Urbani Truffles: from classic fresh and preserved truffles to frozen truffles, from sauces to truffle sauces – for both the food service and retail sectors. Urbani Truffle is distributed in Thailand by Global Food Products.

About SANPELLEGRINO / ACQUA PANNA: Since the beginning of the 20th century, Sanpellegrino and Acqua Panna have dedicated themselves to enhancing the enjoyment of food and drink, embodying the quintessential Italian passion for the good life. They have become synonymous with good taste and lifestyle. The mineral waters of S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna flow through the ground for 30 and 14 years, respectively, absorbing the mineral salts that give them their unique flavor. They are bottled exclusively at the source – entirely without human intervention or chemical treatment. Recognized worldwide as the water of choice for fine dining, S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna are actively committed to combating food waste. They utilize their local resources to educate consumers and reach the international culinary community. Through a global partnership with Massimo Bottura's Food for Soul, they promote socially responsible practices that improve the health of our food system, reduce food loss and waste, and simultaneously strengthen inclusion and resilience. S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna are distributed in Thailand by Global Food Products.

About the Gagliardo winery: While the origins of the winery lie with the Colla family and date back to 1847, it wasn't until 1986 that it received the name Gagliardo, when Gianni (husband of Paolo Colla's daughter) took over the management of the cellar and further improved wine production, for example, through the use of French barriques. In 2003, experiments began to produce wines with CRU certification, thanks in part to Gianni's sons, who joined the winery. Today, the three work together to further develop the family business. In July 2017, the family acquired Tenuta Garetto, a beautiful estate with 10 hectares of vineyards and a winery in Agliano Terme (located in the heart of the world's best Barbera growing region, which was recently awarded the new Nizza DOCG appellation). Gagliardo's wines include local grape varieties such as Barolo, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto d'Alba, and Arneis from various crus, as well as Favorita (the Piedmontese version of the Vermentino grape). Gagliardo wine is distributed in Thailand by FineSip Asia.

About SABATINI Gin: Sabatini Gin is a premium London Dry Gin, handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail – both in the distillation process and in meeting particularly demanding product specifications, such as the use of wild fennel and lemon verbena in the aromatic blend. The project began in 2015 with an idea from Filippo, Enrico, Niccolò, and Ugo Sabatini, all connected by their family and their land. Most of the botanicals are wild plants, primarily gathered on the family's own land and in the surrounding area, while the juniper, renowned for its exceptional quality, comes from various other parts of Tuscany. On the nose, Sabatini Gin presents a pleasantly fresh herbal aroma with hints of the Tuscan countryside. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet not heavy, with the juniper beautifully balanced by the balsamic wild fennel, fresh lemon verbena, and thyme. The finish is long and smooth, with all the botanicals combining to create a refined finale. Sabatini has just launched its 00 Sabatini Gin – for those who want to enjoy the taste of gin without alcohol. Sabatini Gin is distributed in Thailand by Global Food Products.