Chongqing Office

Dear Members and Friends of CICC， The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce is glad to inform you that Vinitaly China Roadshow 2020, will be held in Shanghai, Xiamen and Chengdu on September 14, 16 and 18, more than 60 Italian wine producers and importers will bring more than 700 high-quality Italian wines to the visitors, demostrate together the panorama of Italian wines. The 2020 Vinitaly China Roadshow will continue the professional spirit of joint promotion. It will be jointly organized by Veronafiere and the Italian Trade Agency （ITA）, with the support of Shenzhen Baigao Cultural Communication Co., Ltd. This Roadshow is only open for the professionals of this sector (such as wine importers, distributors, e-commerce, retail, agents, ready-to-drink and non-ready-to-drink channels, direct sales and large group purchases, etc.) to ensure that the event is professionally maximized. Visitors who are interested in viewing the exhibition, please go to our Vinitaly roadshow exclusive mini program to make an appointment in advance. The third stop of the roadshow will land at the JW Marriott Hotel Chengdu Maoye on September 18. In addition to free tasting, we also specially invited the top lecturer of Guipu wine and spirits education at the Chengdu stop, China’s first master sommelier, Lu Yang Bring you a wonderful Italian wine masterclass with the theme "The Next Italian Wine with the Most Opportunity to Explode in the Restaurant", so that you can know the hottest items in the next restaurant wine list in advance. In addition, Tang Zhu, a well-known lecturer of Dragon and Phoenix Wines and an Italian wine promotion envoy in China, will hold two sessions on September 15th and 16th on one of Italy’s most important red grape varieties-the master of Sangiovese. class. At noon on September 17, Xu Shixiao, an official WSET certified lecturer, will hold a flavour lunch with the theme of "An inspiring journey to the flavours of Italy" with special guests at the Bucciano Italian Culture Restaurant. As with Shanghai Station, after the road show, from 20:00-23:00 on the 18th, we also prepared a post party for everyone at Na Riddle (No. 61 Hongji Lane, Jinjiang District, Chengdu). The party will be open to roadshow exhibitors and members of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce free of charge for a limited time. All-you-can-drink in the first hour (20:00-21:00), and buy one get one free for the next two hours. For more information, please send an email to infochongqing@cameraitacina.com. Kind Regards, CICC Team

Dear Members and Friends, The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is glad to present a “Italian Pasta and Spices” Masterclass, that will be held on September 29th, 2020, at Crowne Plaza Jiefangbei 11F in Chongqing. The event is organized in the frame of the True Italian Taste project, part of “The Extraordinary Italian Taste” campaign, promoted and funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale and carried out by Assocamerestero in cooperation with the Italian Chambers of Commerce abroad. The event is aimed to support and promote the authentic Italian products in China to hinder the issue of the “Italian sounding” phenomenon, products with an Italian appearance, but not considered an authentic Made in Italy product. The event will be open to experts in the F&B sector, media, influencers etc., to promote and taste authentic Italian food. During the event, in order to provide the participants a deep insight on the special peculiarities of Italian food, this Masterclass will explain in detail about real and certified pasta, as well as about DOP and IGP. The participants will also have the chance to watch a cooking show by professional Italian chef and taste authentic Italian cuisine. The combination of spices and pasta will not only make the food more delicious, but also make the participants feel the charm of Mediterranean diet. Event details: Date & timing: Tuesday September 29th, 2020 3pm - 6pm Venue: Crowne Plaza Jiefangbei 11F  Agenda: 15.00 - 15.30 Registration 15.30 - 16.00 Welcome Speech e Presentation of True Italian Taste Project 16.00 - 16.30 Round Table "Mediterranean diet" 16.30 - 17.30 Cooking Class 17.30 - 18.00 Tasting & Networking What does it consist of? to take part in a masterclasses/short seminars on product explanation; to meet Chinese F&B sector operators to expand your network of contacts. Who will participate? INFLUENCERS: Journalists, media, KOL, bloggers, nutritionists and experts in the field; BUYERS: Chinese representatives of the local F&B distribution networks; For more information, please send an email to infochongqing@cameraitacina.com   Kind Regards, CICC Team  

Dear Members and Friends, The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce is glad to invite you to participate to the “Smart China Expo Online 2020” – organized by the Committee Office of the Smart China Expo Online 2020– that will be held from 15th to 17th September, 2020. The Smart China Expo Online （SCE） this year will adopt advanced information technology to build an online platform for display and exchange. There will be different exhibition zones under various themes including smart products, smart manufacturing, smart applications, and smart technologies to provide an all-rounded presentation of the latest products, technologies, applications and achievements. In this way, the SCE is positioned to be a premium platform to promote exchanges and cooperation across the board.   Exhibition Zones: Six virtual exhibition zones will be set up on the official website of 2020 Online SCE to display smart products, manufacturing, city, etc namely Chongqing Online, Smart Products, Smart Manufacturing, Smart Applications, Smart Technologies and Regional Cooperation.   Benefit: Opportunity to obtain a free online exhibition space. In order to proceed with a preliminary assessment we would be grateful for your expression of interest within August 25th, p.v. to the following address: scientifico.cq@qq.com and in cc infochongqing@cameraitacina.com specifying "Confirmation of Smart China Expo 2020 adhesion".   Participation deadline: August 25th, 2020 For specific information and participation requirements, please Click Here.   Kind regards， CICC Team  

Dear Members and Friends of CICC, The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is glad to invite you to the China Italy Networking Dinner in Chongqing on Friday July 31st, 2020 at 6 Pm.     Besides enjoying exquisite Chinese food, the event represents an unique and exclusive networking opportunity in order to connect with the Italian business communities.   In the presence of： Consulate General of Italy in Chongqing Consul General, Guido Bilancini Science and Technology Counsellor, Lorenzo Gonzo China-Italy Chamber of Commerce Chairman, Paolo Bazzoni Board Member Chongqing, Gianluca Luisi   Event Details： Date: Friday, July 31st at 6:00 pm Venue: Himalaya Hotel Residence Address: No. 3 Shixi Main Road, Tushan Town, Nan'An District, Chongqing Buffet Dinner   Agenda 6:00 - 6:30  Registration 6:30 - 6:35  Welcome speech of Consul General of Italy in Chongqing 6:35 - 6.40  Welcome speech of CICC Chairman 6.40 - 6.45  Welcome Speech of CICC Chongqing Board Member 6.45 - 7.00  Toast & CICC Friends' Certificate 7:00 - 8:30  Dinner & Networking   Dinner price: 200 RMB for Members and Friends 280 RMB for non-Members   Registration: To book a ticket, please scan the following QR code:   For more information, please send an email to infochongqing@cameraitacina.com. Wine Sponsored by Sinodrink. Kind Regards, CICC Team