DISCOVER DIFFERENT regions OF Italy THIS SUMMER,
WITHOUT LEAVING DUBAI
Dubai, July 2026- Gloria Osteria and Head Chef Dario Tosto invite guests to experience the flavours of Italy through Il Giro D’italia, a Saturday lunch series celebrating the country’s most beloved culinary regions.
From Sicilia and Sardinia to Campania, Lazio,Toscana and Emilia-Romagna, each month introduces a limited-edition menu inspired by two regions, showcasing their distinctive traditions, signature dishes and rich culinary heritage.
The series begins this July with Sicilia and Sardinia. Guests can start with Insalata di Polpo e Bottarga, a vibrant octopus salad lifted with citronette, bottarga and freshly cracked black pepper. For mains, Pasta Alla Norma features paccheri pasta tossed with slow-cooked tomato sauce, fried aubergine and ricotta salata, offering a comforting taste of Sicilian tradition. To finish, a classic Cannoli provides a sweet finale, filled with either pistachio or chocolate cream.
At the heart of Il Giro D’Italia is Gloria’s squadra, a passionate team whose roots span the length of Italy. Inspired by their hometowns, family recipes and regional traditions, each menu pays tribute to the places that have shaped them, bringing authentic recipes to life with Gloria’s signature warmth, creativity and glamorous spirit.
More than a Saturday lunch, Il Giro D’Italia is a celebration of the people, traditions and regional recipes that define Italian cuisine, inviting guests to experience the spirit of Italy through every plate, every story and every shared moment around the table.
