Palazzo Valentini: Italy–Tunisia cultural and culinary meeting

On Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 10:30, Sala Sassoli in Palazzo Valentini will host the event "Italy and Tunisia: culture and sharing", organized by the Tunisian Consulate in Rome and the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, in collaboration with Multi Roma. The meeting emphasises food as a language that connects communities.

The program focuses on historical, agro-food and social aspects related to two emblematic Tunisian products: the date and Harissa. In addition to institutional speeches, the day includes expert contributions and practical tasting sessions.

• Institutional speakers: contributions from Consul Marwen Kablouti and councillor Tiziana Biolghini on promoting intercultural coexistence.
• Technical insights: Francesca Rocchi will discuss the role of dates in Italian consumption and promotion opportunities.
• Chef presentation: chef Fathi Aousji will describe the quality and international relevance of Tunisian production.
• Guided tasting: sampling of dates and Harissa followed by a buffet with typical Tunisian dishes.

The Metropolitan City frames this meeting within broader initiatives aimed at engaging world communities and fostering inclusion, such as metropolitan Coexistence Tables and the Consultation for listening to migrant-background communities.

Practical information

• Date: 20 May 2026
• Time: starts at 10:30
• Venue: Sala Sassoli, Palazzo Valentini, Rome
• Format: public meeting with guided tasting

The appointment offers a public opportunity to learn about Tunisian culinary culture within one of Rome’s historic palaces.