Eataly, the global Italian marketplace and retail concept, will kick off the fourth iteration of its Icons of Eataly series this Fall, running from September 20 through October 6. First launched in 2023, the Icons of Eataly series honours the art of Italian living through special event programming and limited-time menus. For this upcoming edition, Eataly will turn its attention to street food – an integral part of food cultures around the world.
In Italy, the rich history of “cibo da strada” spans from the North to the South of the country, with a vast array of dishes that represent each of its 20 unique regions. To celebrate this time-honoured tradition, Eataly will launch one of the brand’s most significant and innovative menu updates to date, available at its quick service counters and restaurants across North America. With more than 20 new items, guests can learn the history of lesser-known dishes like Cuzzetiello Napoletano, a recipe from Naples that is made by hollowing out a roll of bread and filling it with rich condiments, or sample Eataly’s take on Italian street food favourites such as arancini, zeppole, and bombolone.
To complement the refreshed menus, Eataly will reach beyond the bounds of Italian gastronomy with a program that highlights iconic street food makers beloved by the local community. From New York to Toronto, consumers will have the chance to take exclusive workshops at La Scuola, the Eataly cooking school, or taste bites from across the globe at one-day-only “block party” events in the stores.
Together with friends new and old, Icons of Eataly: Street Food will tell the stories of the cities that Eataly is proud to call home.
Launching on September 20, Eataly will explore the living history of street food in Italy, showcasing the recipes that come from the varied regions of the country. Featuring more than 20 new items, menus can be found at Eataly North American restaurants and quick service counters.
Highlights include:
- Arancino di Nduja (Crispy Scotti Rice, Spicy Salame and Nduja, Grana Padano DOP)
- Suppli (Crispy Scotti Rice, available in Pomodoro and Cacio e Pepe varieties)
- Mozzarelline Fritte (Breaded and Fried Mozzarella, Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce)
- Zeppoline di Pomodoro e Acciuga (Tomato and Anchovy Fritters)
- Pizza Fritta (Fried Pizza Dough, available in Classica, Mortadella, and Napoletana varieties)
- Cuzzetiello Napoletano by Rossopomodoro (Available in Ragu’, Parmigiana, and Broccoli Rabe e Salsiccia varieties)
- Panzerotti (Fried Pizza Dough, available in Prosciutto e Mozzarella, Pomodoro e Mozzarella, and Funghi e Mozzarella)
- Bombolone con Gelato (Fried Pastry filled with a Scoop of Gelato)
- Sfogliatelle (Mini Pastries Stuffed with Cream and Chocolate Spread – 2 Per Order)
For one-day-only at Eataly locations in the United States and Canada, the brand will host “block party” events that celebrate the most iconic street food vendors in each city alongside music, entertainment, drinks and more.
For more information on participating restaurants and counters as well as the full calendar of classes and events, please visit Eataly.ca.