We are thrilled about our latest culinary adventure: LUNEDI REGIONALE, a brand-new series of dinners at Paski dedicated to celebrating the diverse and delicious traditional regional foods of Italy. Join us as we travel Italy’s culinary map, one region at a time in the classic format of a 4-course set menu, featuring 3 antipasti, 1 pasta dish, 1 secondi, and 1 dolce. At Lunedi Regionale we will share stories and flavors and whenever possible, we’re bringing in talented chefs from each featured region to cook alongside us. They’ll bring not only their favorite dishes but also inside knowledge, making each dining experience truly authentic and memorable.
ABRUZZO
Monday 22nd April
For our very first Monday Regional on 22nd April we’re shining the spotlight on Abruzzo, a region known for its hearty and flavorful cuisine. Joining us are Daniela Maiorano & her brother Attilio, who grown up in their family restaurant Clemente in Sulmona.
Hailing from Abruzzo, Italy, Daniela and Attilio are fierce fourth-generation chefs born into the kitchen. Their culinary journey began in childhood, as they learned the art of pasta-making and bread-shaping alongside their grandmother and the legendary "commarucce.” in the famous family restaurant “Clemente” in Sulmona. Now based in Byron Bay and working at Lilium in Brunswick Head, they continue to draw inspiration from their heritage to create dishes that bring people together.
EMILIA-ROMAGNA
Monday 27th May
Emilia-Romagna with chef Matteo Carboni from Casa Carboni.
Matteo is a true maestro of Italian cuisine with a story that's as flavorful as his dishes. Born and raised in Forlì, Matteo's culinary journey began under the loving guidance of his nonna Pia, who taught him the art of making fresh pasta from scratch at a tender age. Fuelled by his passion for food, Matteo pursued higher education in Food Science and Technology at the prestigious University of Bologna. After completing his studies, Matteo embarked on a gastronomic odyssey, traversing the culinary landscapes of Italy, France, and Germany. Today, alongside his wife Fiona, Matteo runs Casa Carboni—an Italian cooking school & enoteca/wine bar nestled in the enchanting town of Angaston, Barossa Valley.
PIEMONTE
Monday 24th June
You may already be familiar with Mattia & Giorgio, who, alongside Chef Enrico, are the co-owners and creative minds behind Paski. You may also know they import wines directly from Italy for Paski, Mattia with Vino Mito and Giorgio with Giorgio De Maria Fun Wines. But here's a little secret for those who haven't yet had the pleasure of getting to know them: they both hail from the picturesque region of Piemonte. Before bringing their culinary expertise to the tables of Paski, Mattia and Giorgio honed their skills in Piemonte before expanding their culinary horizons overseas. Their experiences have not only shaped their palates but have also deepened their appreciation for the rich flavors and traditions of Piemonte cuisine. Now, they're excited to share a piece of their heritage with you. Join us as Mattia and Giorgio unveil some of their family's best-kept recipes and delightful dishes acquired during their culinary adventures.