October 29th, 2025
10am-6pm
Tickets are $35 until September 29th and $55 thereafter.
Tickets will also be sold at the door the day of the event.
Dolce & Salato Fest celebrates the best of Italian culinary traditions in the United States through brands with an unwavering commitment to excellence and balance between craftsmanship, adaptability and reliable service in today’s fast-paced world.
Why attend?
Italy's culinary treasures – pizza, pasta, panettone, and gelato – will be all under one roof at Dolce & Salato Fest.
Whether you're starting a shop or enhancing your offerings, we've got you covered. Explore a realm where you'll discover every solution your shop needs – from state-of-the-art equipment to meticulous design, consulting services, and access to seasoned experts. This is a space where questions meet answers.
Learn
Join us for interactive sessions where leading Chefs in each field showcase their expertise in crafting the finest pizza, pasta, and gelato. They will work their magic using top-notch machines and premium ingredients from our esteemed sponsors. Stay tuned for the unveiling of our demo schedule.
Who should attend?
Professionals seeking solutions to enhance their ventures and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to enter our industry.
Chefs & Entrepreneurs
We take pride in introducing you to the heart and soul of our event – the small brands and budding entrepreneurs who bring cherished family legacies to life in the intricate details of their creations.
Their stories narrate the fusion of tradition and aspiration as they apply age-old recipes and cherished heritage to craft exceptional products right here in the United States.
Dame Amy Riolo returns as our Emcee. She is a best-selling….
Dame Amy Riolo is a best-selling author, award-winning chef, television host, and Mediterranean lifestyle ambassador. The author of 19 books, was named Knight of …
Meet
Chef Ciro Iovine
Pizza is more than a passion for Ciro Iovine; it’s a lifelong love affair that began in his early years, inspired by his pizza-maker brother. At the age of 13, a pivotal visit to a pizzeria ignited his fascination with the scents of mozzarella, flour, and tomatoes.
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Chef Massimo Laveglia
Born in Pistoia, Tuscany, he’s the Chef and owner of the very famous L’industrie Pizzeria in Brooklyn, NY. Massimo signature dishes include amazing pizzas, sandwiches and homemade burrata, which was declared by….
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Chef Bilena Settepani
Bilena Settepani is a dynamic first-generation New Yorker and celebrated pastry chef at Settepani, her family’s renowned bakery and restaurant. Growing up in the heart of the culinary world in NYC, Bilena was …
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Chef Patrizia Pasqualetti
Born in Milan and raised in Umbria, Patrizia Pasqualetti discovered her passion for gelato in her father Giuseppe’s gelateria in Orvieto, founded in 1980. By observing …
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Chef Salvo Lo Castro
Salvo Lo Castro is one of the most innovative chefs to bring an avant-garde spirit to Italian cuisine worldwide. Born in Catania, Sicily, he discovered his passion for food at an early age and began his …
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Chef Luca Cascella
Master baker, pizza chef, and viennoiserie specialist, trained at one of the world’s top baking schools and shaped by the heritage of Milan’s most renowned bakery. I further …
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Chef Roberto Caporuscio
Roberto Caporuscio began his authentic pizza-making skills straight from the source – Italy. Roberto was born and raised on a dairy farm in Pontinia, Italy …
Born in Rimini, Luca grows up working summers at his family beach club where he developes his passion for hospitality.After studying Industrial Engineering in Milano he moves to NYC …
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Chef Pasquale Cozzolino
Neapolitan executive chef with over 25 years of international experience, is a leading figure in New York’s Italian dining scene. Co-founder of Ribalta NYC, ranked among the world’s Top 50 pizzerias …
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Chef Raffaele Volpe
My name is Raffaele Volpe, and I’m originally from Salerno, Italy. In 2015, during a trip to New York, I was instantly captivated by the city’s energy and one-of-a-kind charm. Just two months later …
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Chef Silvia Barban
I was born and raised in Northern Italy, and spent my summers in southern Italy where my Mother’s family lives. I grew up cooking with my grandmother and always admired her ability …
Founder & Organizer
Meet Sabrina Mancin, the creative force behind Dolce & Salato Fest. Born to a multicultural family with strong Italian roots, Sabrina’s upbringing has woven a rich tapestry of experiences. Her journey has taken her across continents, nurturing a deep appreciation for culinary traditions…
Organizer
Modalita
“At Dolce & Salato Fest, we celebrate not only the brands but also the journey, commitment, and dedication that these visionaries bring to every creation”.
Where?
The Brands
With a deep understanding of the importance of reliable service and prompt delivery, our brands offer more than just products – they provide solutions tailored to your needs.
Networking
Demo Schedule
"Stay Tuned"
Chef
- Luca Cascella
- Raffaele Volpe
- M. Laveglia / N. Baglivo
- Silvia Barban
- Ciro lovine
- Roberto Caporuscio
- Patrizia Pasqualetti
- Luca Pelliccioni
- Salvo Lo Castro
- Bilena Settepani
- Pasquale Cozzolino
Description
- Brioches
- Pizza Napoletana
- Pizza NY style
- Agnolotti / Plin
- Pizza Napoletana
- Focaccia di Recco e Parigina
- Gelato
- Teglia Romana & Bread
- Paccheri guanciale & pistachio
- Panettone
- Pizza in pala
Time
- 10:00-10:30 am
- 10:45-11:15 am
- 11:30 am-12:00 pm
- 12:15-12:45 pm
- 1:00-1:30 pm
- 1:45-2:15 pm
- 2:30-3:00 pm
- 3:15-3:45 pm
- 4:00-4:30 pm
- 4:45-5:15 pm
- 5:30-6:00 pm
Tickets are $35 until September 29th and $55 thereafter. Tickets will also be sold at the door the day of the event.
