A weekend dedicated to the discovery of citrus fruits arrives in Milan

Un weekend entirely dedicated to citrus fruits and their aromas, colors and flavours. The FAI-Italian Environment Fund ETS presents the twelfth edition of Citrus fruitsscheduled for 10 and 11 February 2024 at Villa Necchi Campiglio, in Milan.

Weekend in the gardens in bloom: the FAI events of April 2023

Biodiversity in the city

The appointment with the initiative organized by the FAI is back. Between the garden and covered tennis court of Villa Necchi Campiglio (FAI property) the event will be held which will allow Milanese and non-Milan residents to get to know it up close the biodiversity heritage typical of Mediterranean landscapes, while remaining within the city.

As usual, on the occasion of Citrus fruitsyou will be able to purchase plants, fruits, honey, flavored beers, perfumes, cosmetics, decorations up to products selected for their quality and particularity.

“Citrus”, scheduled at Villa Necchi Campiglio, in Milan, on 10 and 11 February 2024. Credit: Barbara Verduci

All the recipes with citrus fruits: Lady Chef courses

Something new in this twelfth edition? For the first time they will be there four special cooking courses dedicated to citrus fruits. The organization is Lady Chefan association belonging to the Italian Chefs Federation.

During the lessons (which will last approximately three hours) you will be able to prepare a complete menu dedicated to the different regional cuisines of Puglia, Campania, Sicily and Calabria. At the end of these experiences, there will also be a convivial moment, in which everything that has been prepared will be enjoyed.

Also a botanical photography laboratory

The novelties of this edition do not end here. In fact, it will also be held in the splendid setting of Villa Necchi Campiglio, in Milan a botanical photography laboratoryedited by Marco Beck Peccoz, a professional specialized in images of naturalistic details.

Finally, they are also expected to keep visitors company during these two days themed meetings. As the book presentation The Medici Citrus Fruits by Francesco Pavesi. But also one conversation between Giuseppe Barbera, Giorgia De Pasquale, Fabio Moschella and Davide Chiaravalli. Here is all the information on the event.

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