In 1923 researcher Bronisław Kasper Malinowski published an essay The Problem of Meaning in Primitive Language, where he demonstrated the interest of small talk to satisfy a fundamental need of man : camaraderie. Small talk plays an essential role in social relations.
Why would you care about food stories? To always have a stunning conversation during your business events ! You may not want to speak about your personal life, may disagree on sports, economic or political news, right ? Good food & drink unite people around this universal pleasure that is gastronomy. Let me fuel your smart talk !
STORY TO TELL DURING AFTERWORK
During my dinner with François Berléand in his favorite Italian restaurant, he told me Villa Dondelli made him discover Spritz and the biggest olives in the world. Let’s discover their stories !
SPRITZ, AN AUSTRIAN INVENTION
Pronounced « Spriss » in Italy, Spritz has German roots. From « spritzen » meaning spray or splash, Spritz was born in Veneto in the 1800s. At this time the area was part of the Austro Hugarian Empire. Austrians soldiers added water to dilute the Italian wine they found too strong. Splash ! Spritz was born ! The recipe has changed over the years. Follow the 3-2-1 rule : 3 oz of sparkling Italian wine – 2 oz of bitter liqueur – 1 oz soda water and a slice of orange
BELLA DI CERIGNOLA, QUEEN OF ALL OLIVES
This table olive is named after Cerignola, the Italian town where it was primarily cultivated in Puglia region. Green or black this olive obtained in 2000 the European registration as “La Bella della Daunia PDO” echoing the ancient name of Cerignola, Daunia. Inherited from the roman Antiquity or Spain, Bella di Cerignola spread all over the world thanks to migration. Manually harvested in october, the irrigation is stopped 10-15 days before to avoid bruising.
Gastronomy is an underestimated asset in your professional success. Make your salesteam save time learning in a few hours how to better understand people & better work with them.
Empowerment : why and how can gastronomy help you gain confidence. Leadership : the basics of communication and the art of asking the right questions. Culture : boost your conversation throughout historical meals & gourmet artists.