LONDON (6 November): National Geographic Traveller (UK) celebrated the food, wine, music and culture of Lombardy this week, in a special evening event held at Italian Embassy in London during World Travel Market. 

The event, sponsored by Regione Lombardia and Lombardia Style, saw more than 150 guests from the world of travel, food and media invited to explore the best of the region. They were welcomed to the with addresses from both the Italian ambassador to the UK, Inigo Lambertini, Assessore Regionale Barbara Mazzali and National Geographic Traveller (UK) editor Pat Riddell, before being treated to dishes and drinks from the region. In addition, local producers were in attendance to talk guests through their produce, while there was also an electric performance by celebrated Italian violinist Andrea Casta. 

National Geographic Traveller (UK) managing editor Glen Mutel said: “There’s no better way for a destination to showcase itself than by offering up a taste of its food, wine and music. World Travel Market is the perfect time to immerse yourself in other cultures, so it was a pleasure to be part of such an immersive, cultural event.”  

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