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- Let your food be your medicine, or your medicine will be your food.
Food Is the Heart of Italy 
Among the many things Italy is known for — design, art, passion, and style — there’s one thing that touches every heart and every table: the food.
Here, food isn’t just something you eat. It’s a story told by generations — a language of love, tradition, and innovation. Every olive, every tomato, every loaf of bread has a history.
Join us as we journey through Italy — from the sun-drenched fields of Puglia, to the alpine beauty of Bolzano, and back to the heart of Tuscany, where we live — surrounded by ancient villages, slow mornings, and the aroma of fresh herbs.
Together, we’ll meet the people who grow, cook, and preserve Italy’s vegetarian / meatless treasures… and share the stories behind every bite.
This is more than a food show. It’s a journey of discovery, culture, and connection — where tradition meets innovation, and where every meal tells a story.
Welcome to “CIAO4NOW” — from Italy, with love.
The Advantage of Seasonal Food: From the Tree to Your Table
Eating seasonal food means enjoying fruits, vegetables, and herbs at the peak of their freshness and flavor. When produce comes straight from the fields to your table, it retains more nutrients, better taste, and natural aroma — qualities often lost in foods transported long distances.
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Seasonal eating also respects nature’s rhythm, supporting local farmers and reducing the environmental impact of long supply chains. It connects us to the cycles of the land, reminding us that good food is not just about eating, but about being in tune with the seasons.
By choosing seasonal ingredients, you eat healthier, support local communities, and savor Italy as it truly is — fresh, vibrant, and alive.
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The Olive Oil Story: From the Tree to Your Table
Pure olive oil from Contusio Terme reflects the soul of its land—warm sun, mineral-rich soil, and generations of care. Harvested by hand and pressed within hours, it is fresh, fragrant, and naturally balanced. Each drop carries the quiet rhythm of the grove, transforming simple food into an authentic expression of Italian tradition.
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Let Your Food Be Your Medicine
At CIAO4NOW, we believe that food is more than fuel — it’s medicine, culture, and joy. Across Italy, from sun-drenched fields in Puglia to the rolling hills of Tuscany, we’ve seen how generations have celebrated meals not just for taste, but for health and wellbeing.
More and more people today are turning to meatless dishes, discovering that plants, grains, and herbs can heal, energize, and delight the senses. A simple plate of freshly roasted vegetables, creamy legumes, or homemade pasta can strengthen the body, lift the spirit, and connect us to centuries of tradition.
Or Your Medicine Will Be Your Food
Italy teaches us that every meal tells a story — and every choice we make at the table has power. By choosing vegetarian and plant-based dishes, we’re embracing a lifestyle that nourishes the body and honors the planet.
Let your food be your medicine… or your medicine will be your food.
At CIAO4NOW, we invite you to explore Italy’s vegetarian treasures, meet the people who grow, cook, and preserve them, and taste the difference that real, mindful food can make.
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Italy Has Many Stories to Tell
Italy is a country of endless stories — of culture, tradition, and extraordinary people. At CIAO 4 NOW, we are fortunate to know some of the most fascinating, like Simone Micheli and his family, the world-renowned architect whose vision shapes spaces as beautifully as food shapes our lives.
Join us as we explore Italy’s kitchens, markets, and tables, recounting countless stories where food is always at the center of attention. From family recipes passed down through generations to innovative vegetarian creations, every tale celebrates the passion, history, and creativity that make Italy a culinary treasure.