Food Historian Lecture: Italy’s Antipasti

Food Historian Lecture: Italy’s Antipasti

Discover the fascinating stories behind Italy’s regional appetizer specialties from south and north in this lively Food Historian lecture. Join AARP and attendees from across the U.S. for a FREE virtual lecture on Tuesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. ET |

AARP membership not required.

Together, we'll get a taste for some of Italy's most delicious nibbles and snacks including crostini; caponata, a sweet and sour eggplant appetizer; orange shaped rice balls, and “cicchetti,” Venice’s famed version of tapas. Learn about the fascinating stories behind Italy’s most iconic cocktails like Negroni, Bellini, Aperol Spritz, and Americano. The talk includes a handout with recipes for simple-to-make classic Italian appetizers. Followed by a LIVE Q&A with Francine Segan.