An evening of diplomacy and art: City celebrates the National Day of Italy

The Consulate of Italy in Kolkata hosted a reception to mark the National Day of Italy recently It was attended by dignitaries and the who’s who of the city, including chief guest IAS Santanu Basu. The evening also featured a preview of a photo exhibit highlighting historical moments, economic ties, political meetings, sporting events, and the beauty of India and Italy.Italy on a plateBeyond the diplomatic pleasantries, the reception offered a culinary journey through Italy’s rich gastronomic landscape. Guests indulged in an array of artisanal cheese, cold cuts, sausages, al dente pasta, creamy risottos, and sweet tiramisu, each dish celebrating the essence of Italian culinary artistry.Quotes:Italy and India share deep cultural and economic ties. This day celebrates Italian values and friendship – Riccardo Dalla Costa, CG of Italy in KolkataThe ties between India and Italy are rooted in history and has strengthened over years – Santanu Basu, IAS, Information & Cultural Affairs, Principal Secretary, Govt of WB