From Basil to Sage: Exploring Italy’s Iconic Herbs
Sister City Spotlight: Italy!
Wednesday, August 19
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Explore the flavors of Italy with chef Francesco Allegro in this engaging workshop on using classic Italian herbs to elevate traditional and modern dishes.
Discover the flavors of Italy through its most iconic herbs! From fragrant basil to earthy rosemary, explore how classic Italian herbs have shaped traditional Italian cooking for generations. Local Italian chef Francesco Allegro will show you how to select, pair, and use these herbs to enhance flavor in classic and modern recipes as he explores with you the rich history and everyday use of Italian herbs in the Italian kitchen. Participants will learn how herbs like basil, rosemary, oregano, and sage have shaped regional dishes and culinary traditions across Italy. Perfect for food lovers, the workshop offers both cultural insight and hands-on inspiration to bring authentic Italian flavor into your kitchen.
The Sister City program connects Burbank with communities around the world through long-term, meaningful relationships. With five Sister Cities - Solna (Sweden), Incheon (Korea), Gaborone (Botswana), Ōta (Japan), and Arezzo (Italy) - Burbank engages in cultural exchanges, official visits, and collaborative efforts that foster global understanding and goodwill. Discover how these international connections bring the world a little closer to home at burbanklibrary.org/sistercity!
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The Buena Vista Branch Library is located on Buena Vista Street near Olive Avenue in Burbank’s Media District. It is a one-story building.