The Circolo Italiano promotes Italian language and culture in Wellington, New Zealand. A light supper is served during or after the events.
The Circolo Italiano di Wellington was founded in Wellington, New Zealand in 1949 and is affiliated to the SocietĂ Dante Alighieri in Rome. It is one of two 'Italian Clubs' in Wellington, the other being Club Garibaldi. The Circolo Italiano promotes Italian language and culture amongst people who are interested in, and appreciate, the old and new values of Italian civilisation, and also amongst It
11/08/2026
Retrace the private and artistic life of Italian film director, screenwriter and producer Roberto Rossellini through archival footage and personal accounts in this fascinating film. With thanks to the Embassy of Italy in Wellington. (They love Italian films as much as we do at the Circolo Italiano di Wellington!) RSVP early to get a place (with nibbles).
Meet the Committee: Paul Nuttall.
President of the Circolo and possible descendant of Galileo.
19/07/2026
Meet Italy! Making trofie and pesto the Genovese way.
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Thanks to Martina and Giada for this special evening!
Making pesto with .
Come and learn how to make Pesto and trofie tonight with Martinađź’—!
15/07/2026
Don't forget Martina Guerello's cooking workshop tomorrow!!
Come and learn how to make Trofie and Pesto, the Genovese way.
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Circolo members and friends welcome.
09/07/2026
Italian conversation group is back this Saturday! the topic this week is "lo sport".
Thanks to Club Garibaldi for supporting the Italian conversation group and for allowing us to use their club rooms for a trial period!
DM if you would like to be added to the mail list.
- Anton
08/07/2026
I'm really looking forward to Martina Guerello's hands-on traditional Genovese cooking class next week 16 July! Please email for a place by next Monday to [email protected]
Schoolchildren’s classes will be cancelled today Saturday 27 June because of the inclement weather. To be advised re what to do about make up classes after the holiday break. Keep dry and safe!
Committee Interview #1:
Phyllis Mossman: Vice President.