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Food and Wine

Loved throughout the world, Italian cuisine offers a great variety of tastes and ingredients. Tracing its roots from the 4th century BC, the flavors and dishes of Italy have been influenced by rulers and conquerors, political upheaval and the discovery of the New World. Each region and even province has its own food traditions, specialties and wines.

From pasta making to seasonal dishes and wine tastings, the Italian Cultural Center offers many events to celebrate Italy’s rich culinary landscape.

Check out our calendar of events by clicking the links on this page.

Join our email list to receive the latest information on all events and special opportunities to celebrate Italian culture with other local Italians and italophiles.

As an independent, non-profit organization, our cultural programming initiatives depend on the support of our member base. Please consider supporting the ICC and its programs by signing up as a volunteer or becoming a member today.

Buon appetito!

Upcoming events

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ICC Annual Meeting

When
13 Nov 2026

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location
553 First Ave NE Minneapolis, MN 55413

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Please join us for the Italian Cultural Center’s 2026 Annual Meeting as we mark our 20th anniversary year.

We’ll share updates on ICC’s new home, programs, membership, finances and recently updated bylaws, along with a look ahead to 2027. Enjoy food, prosecco and conversation with fellow ICC members and their guests.

This event is free for ICC members and their guests. Registration is required.

For questions or additional information, please contact Ron at ron@theitalianculturalcenter.org or call/text 612-272-5312.

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Tombola, Panettone & Pandoro. An Italian Tradition

When
08 Dec 2026

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location
553 First Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

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26

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Join us for a sparkling evening of Italian holiday cheer with our native instructor, Ileana Tamberlani! Discover the magic of Tombola—Italy’s most beloved Christmas game that has been bringing families and friends together for generations.

Numbers and keywords will be called out in both Italian and English, making it fun and accessible for everyone. Play along while sipping Prosecco, nibbling on festive sweet treats, and savoring pandoro and panettone, the iconic cakes that light up every Italian Christmas table. And yes, there will be prizes!

No Italian required—just bring your holiday spirit!

Please note: This event is intended for adults only and is not suitable for families with children.

Minimum number of participants: 15 | Maximum number of participants: 30

Please note: All workshop cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before receiving a refund, minus an administrative fee.

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ICC Holiday Celebration

When
11 Dec 2026

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location
553 First Ave. NE Minneapolis, MN 55413

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46

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We hope you’ll join us for the Italian Cultural Center’s Holiday Celebration! We'll have food, treats, and holiday cheer, along with plenty of time to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Whether you speak Italian, English, or both, you’ll feel right at home.

This will be our first holiday gathering in our new home in Northeast Minneapolis, and we’re excited to celebrate the season here with our community. It’s also a special opportunity to come together as we bring the Italian Cultural Center’s 20th anniversary year to a close.

The Holiday Celebration is always a nice opportunity to get to know the ICC a little better, especially if you haven’t been to one of our events before. Come as you are, bring a friend if you’d like, and enjoy the evening with us. The friendships that have grown through the Italian Cultural Center over the years are a big part of what makes this community so special.

This has been a wonderful year for the ICC, and we want to thank all of you for making our 20th anniversary such a great year.

We look forward to celebrating the holidays with you on December 11!

Questions? Please contact Ron Lattin at 612-272-5312 or ron@theitalianculturalcenter.org.

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