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    Italian Expo 2011

    Presented by Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Texas (IACC) at George R. Brown Convention Center

    June 3-June 5, 2011

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    Italian Expo 2011

    Houstonians will be able to tour Italy and experience “La Dolce Vita” without even leaving the country by attending the third annual Italian Expo being held June 3-5, 2011, at George R. Brown Convention Center’s Exhibit Hall D.

    Italian for “The Good Life,” this year’s theme will draw families and tourists with free admission for kids and a variety of entertainment at...

    Houstonians will be able to tour Italy and experience “La Dolce Vita” without even leaving the country by attending the third annual Italian Expo being held June 3-5, 2011, at George R. Brown Convention Center’s Exhibit Hall D.

    Italian for “The Good Life,” this year’s theme will draw families and tourists with free admission for kids and a variety of entertainment at affordable prices. The cultures of Italy and Houston will come together with a featured fashion competition between eight emerging local designers and a culinary arts competition with many of Houston’s top Italian chefs presenting the finest in Italian cuisine. Each competition will allow Italian Expo guests to participate and vote for their favorites for a fun and interesting interactive experience.

    "Americans appreciate the Italian quality of life and they can enjoy all the delights and pleasures of Italy without using a passport through the Italian Expo experience," said Paolo Fronza, Executive Director of the Italy- America Chamber of Commerce of Texas, the organization that hosts this annual event. Italian Expo showcases Italy’s finest products and culture by specifically highlighting the areas of food, wine, fashion, home design, tourism, art, and entertainment.

    The three-day Italian Expo hosts over 21,000 attendees and 150 Italian and American exhibitors. Guests will have the opportunity to savor many culinary delights with Spec’s sponsored food and wine tasting area featuring over 30 gourmet vendors and Houston’s finest Italian restaurants serving authentic dishes. Diverse entertainment will be offered, ranging from fashion runway shows, dance performances, musical concerts, and an interactive kid’s play area. Fine Italian luxury cars and motorbikes, like Ferraris and Ducatis, will be on display. And guests can enjoy the ultimate shopping experience by being able to purchase a variety of original Italian gifts, such as beautiful leather handbags, fine jewelry, and handmade artisan crafts.


    George R. Brown Convention Center

    1001 Avenida de las Americas
    Houston, TX 77010

    Full map and directions

    Tickets:

    $10 presale,
    $15 doorprice
    (kids 12 and under are free of admission)


    Times:

    Friday 4:00 - 10:30pm
    Saturday 12:00 - 10:30pm
    Sunday 12:00 - 7:00pm


    Phone: (713) 963 8839

    Parking:

    The George R. Brown now offers even more parking space with a new parking garage located at the corner of Polk Street and Avenida de las Americas. Conveniently connected to the GRBCC and the Hilton by Level 2 skywalks, parking couldn’t be easier.

    In addition, there are several privately owned surface lots surrounding the convention center. All are just a short walk away or across the street.


    Accessibility Info: Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.

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