Museo ItaloAmericano

🍝 Don’t miss one of the Museo Italo Americano’s most anticipated events of the year! 🍝

2026 Pasta Contest
Friday, June 12 at 6 PM
Stem Kitchen + Garden, San Francisco

Taste original pasta creations from an incredible lineup of chefs, cast your vote for the winning dish, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of food, community, live auction, and opportunity drawing.

Tickets are selling now—reserve yours today before we sell out!

Sponsorships are also available.

Learn more and purchase tickets:
sfmuseo.org/event/pasta2026/

Because every great evening begins with pasta.



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Photos from the 2023 Pasta Contest

Not everything is meant to be revealed at once.

This September, something new enters the frame.

Stay tuned.

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Photo credit: Antonella Crapanzano

We'll be taking a short pause! 🌿

The Museo will be closed from May 31 through June 3. We can't wait to see you again when we reopen on June 4! 😊

In the meantime, explore our website for virtual content and upcoming events.
www.sfmuseo.org

Regional Sunday #13, featuring Emilia-Romagna, captivated our audience thanks to special speaker Vito Fabbrizio, who led us on a fun virtual journey through the region with a rich presentation filled with beautiful photos and engaging videos.

The regional tasting was organized by a wonderful team: Vito, Chiara Pelagatti, Stefano Zanella, and Sonia Alioto, who all prepared delicious regional specialties. Thank you so much to all of them!

We are also especially grateful to Paul Bertolli of Fra' Mani ( ) in Berkeley for generously providing some of the finest charcuterie. Grazie, Paul!

Next stop: Lombardia! We hope to see you all at the Museo on Sunday, June 28.

Info and RSVP for the Lombardia event here:
https://sfmuseo.org/event/lombardy/

Photos: David Viviani and Museo staff

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Another wonderful sold out event at the Museo!

A heartfelt thank you to the Leonardo Da Vinci Society) for co-organizing Tinissima, a fascinating presentation by Prof. Laura Ruberto, organized by Antonella Vitale.

Laura’s talk beautifully highlighted the life of Tina Modotti, whose journey as an immigrant, artistic icon, and political revolutionary left a lasting mark on history.

Grazie to Francesca Lorenzon, Daniele Cocco, and everyone who helped with the refreshments, to President Ezio Valdevit and Amelia Antonucci for their support, and to the Nick Rossi for the beautiful music throughout the evening.

It was wonderful to see such a great turnout, including many students, joining us for this special gathering celebrating Italian arts, history, and community.

The Museo is pleased to share the following

Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino (CGS)
IL MITO
MAY 21 - 8 PM
Stanford University

We are delighted to welcome the legendary Italian folk ensemble, CGS Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino this May for a special two-day event.

Hosted by CESTA and marking CGS's first performance at Stanford, this event will commemorate their 50th anniversary.

Reserve your tickets for the concert program, "Il Mito," on Thursday, May 21st at 8:00 PM and for an immersive afternoon workshop on May 22nd , focusing on Pizzica Tarantata — the unique style of ecstatic music and dance from Salento that has earned CGS their international acclaim.

INFO and RSVP:
www.calitaranta.com

We look forward to seeing you there, come visit us!👋

2026 Pasta Contest
Friday, June 12 AT 6 PM
Stem Kitchen + Garden
499 Illinois St, San Francisco

We’re excited to unveil the incredible lineup of chefs for one of the Museo Italo Americano’s most anticipated and joyful fundraising events of the year — the Pasta Contest!

Our featured chefs will present original creations inspired by treasured home recipes, and you’ll have the chance to taste, vote, and help crown the favorite dish of the night.

This year’s amazing chef lineup includes:
• Angela Alioto – Civil Rights Attorney
• Ron Borelli & Beverley Siri Borelli – Calabrese and Genovese Duo
• Gina Von Esmarch & Vyria Paselk Haverhals – Modern Minds, Old World Flavor
• Alessandra Guadagnoli – Romana D.O.C.
• Nina Pelfini & Jean Amundsen – Mother & Daughter Sassy Sauce Makers
• Tori Ritchie & Dr. Jennifer Brokaw – Jenitori

Enjoy a relaxed garden evening filled with exceptional food, an opportunity drawing, live auction, and the warm spirit of our Italian American community.

Tickets are now available, along with sponsorship opportunities at Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels, plus ad spaces in our program here:
sfmuseo.org/event/pasta2026/

Because every great evening begins with pasta.

A Little Fellow

The Museo is proud to announce that the filmmakers of A Little Fellow are making the movie available to watch on demand from the comfort of your own home for a LIMITED TIME from May 7th to May 17th!

Go to the ALF Kinema Link
https://kinema.com/films/a-little-fellow-the-legacy-of-ap-giannini-j7d5zd

Scroll down and click on any of the events in “Upcoming Events”. This will only be available for a limited time so grab your tickets today!

May 7th - 17th - "On Demand" - Watch Anytime!
10 Days of A Little Fellow / Rental = 48hrs to Watch - Available with Closed Captions in English and Italian

May 17th - Closing Day Screening - "Live Virtual Event"
Q&A w/the Filmmakers - Sunday the 17th - 11AM PST / 2PM EST / 8PM CET
Available with Closed Captions in English and Italian

A LITTLE FELLOW - The Legacy of A.P. Giannini Host a screening of A LITTLE FELLOW - The Legacy of A.P. Giannini