-Food is an Italian miracle says chef Peppe Zullo-

OSAKA, May 20, 2025 /ANSA=Kyodo JBN/--

Puglia is the protagonist of the week dedicated to the southern Italian region at Expo 2025 Osaka, with the Department of agriculture, rural and environmental development promoting the quality of agrifood products and the regional food and wine culture at an international level.

Local excellence is represented at Expo by products adhering to the collective mark ‘Products of Quality – Guaranteed Quality of the Puglia Region’ and those with DOP (protected designation of origin), IGP (protected geographical indication)  and Biological certifications.

Visitors have been offered the possibility of discovering the authentic flavours of Puglia through tastings and the fascinating explanations of Puglia’s Chef Peppe Zullo.

“Simple food for smart people.

“This is the simplest – mozzarella, tomato, fresh basil and olive oil”, Zullo said during one of the tastings of the week, when he also showed visitors how to prepare Puglia’s typical ‘orecchiette’ pasta dish.

“Simple, healthy and so beautiful”, food is “an Italian miracle”, added the Chef.

Particular attention has been devoted to the promotion of a few typical products of the region, such as Puglia’s burrata and mozzarella cheeses, known for their freshness and quality, extra virgin olive oil, appreciated for its intense and natural flavour, as well as white, red and rosé wines which represent the perfection of Puglia’s viticulture.

The strategic nature of this event will help strengthen the position of Puglia’s agrifood companies in the global market and create new opportunities for the internationalization of products of quality.

Puglia thus strengthens its position as an ideal tourist destination for those who want to discover a region rich in history, culinary culture and beauty.

A conquest of the heart and palate which invites visitors to deepen their knowledge of the region, exploring natural landscapes, historic cities, beaches and hamlets, and discovering the rich local food and wine offerings.

In this way, the event in Osaka becomes an occasion to not only promote the typical products of Puglia but also the region as a whole, offering visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.

"Editorial initiative co-funded by the European Union for the Puglia Region with resources of PR Puglia FESR - FSE+ 2021-2027" 

Source: Apulia Region