De gusto in - Sailing Through Flavours

A Journey of Taste, Sea and Tradition

"Sailing Through Flavours" is a unique food and wine experience created to celebrate the excellence of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region through Lo Zatterificio by De gusto, an innovative food-on-the-go concept that showcases the region's finest products with creativity, quality and authenticity.

The event will take place on Friday, 31 July 2026, starting at 7:30 p.m., in the stunning setting of Il Porticciolo Lounge Bar in Monfalcone, where the sea provides the perfect backdrop for a tasting journey designed to delight every sense.

The stars of the evening will be the Zattere ("Rafts"): large slices of toasted artisan bread that become the perfect canvas for outstanding local ingredients, creating small culinary journeys that reinterpret the gastronomic traditions of Friuli Venezia Giulia in a contemporary style. Every creation is prepared using carefully selected ingredients and is perfectly paired with prestigious DOC wines from the region.

The philosophy behind the event is built upon three core values that define Lo Zatterificio:

• Quality, through the careful selection of the finest regional food products;
• Simplicity, allowing the authentic flavours of each ingredient to shine;
• Sustainability, by supporting local producers, short supply chains and respect for the environment.

The Tasting Experience

Guests will enjoy five exclusive Zattere, each designed to tell a different story of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region:

• Traditional Trieste-style whipped salt cod with Sardòn (Adriatic anchovy);
• Goat's milk stracchino cheese with trout roe and a hint of PGI Calabria Lemon;
• Red snapper mousse with PGI sun-dried tomatoes and a blend of almonds, walnuts and pistachios;
• Black truffle cream with flakes of Montasio PDO Mezzano cheese;
• Hand-carved Prague-style smoked ham with Maille Dijon à l'Ancienne mustard and freshly grated horseradish.

Wine Pairings

The tasting menu will be accompanied by a carefully selected range of wines from the Francesco Rotolo and 4PR Sanzin wineries, chosen to enhance the flavours of each Zattera:

• Prima Res – Sparkling Wine (70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir) – 4PR Sanzin;
• Malvasia DOC Collio 2025 – Francesco Rotolo;
• Sauvignon DOC Collio 2025 – Francesco Rotolo;
• Pinot Nero DOC Friuli Venezia Giulia – Francesco Rotolo;
• Filolosso DOC Friuli Venezia Giulia – Francesco Rotolo.

Music & Atmosphere

Adding to the experience will be the music of DJ Corrad, who will take guests on a vibrant musical journey through the greatest Italian and international hits from the 1980s to the early 2000s, creating an atmosphere of celebration, relaxation and conviviality.

Celebrating the Region

This event is the result of the collaboration between De gusto and Il Porticciolo Lounge Bar, with the valuable support of local producers and businesses who share the same commitment to promoting quality, preserving culinary traditions and celebrating the food and wine heritage of Friuli Venezia Giulia.

Information & Reservations

Tel.: +39 338 143 8397

Tel.: +39 328 544 5949

Join us for an unforgettable evening where the sea meets exceptional cuisine, wine tells the story of the land, and every Zattera becomes a journey through authentic flavours, tradition and innovation.

Sailing Through Flavours... because every bite is a voyage to the finest tastes of Friuli Venezia Giulia.