Benvenuto Club Goes Latin – Venezuela

After exploring Argentina, we are
excited to continue with our next
destination: Venezuela.
This evening will highlight the
natural wonders of Venezuela and
one of the most iconic elements
of Venezuelan gastronomy: are-
pas. Participants will discover the
richness of Venezuelan culture
through food, flavors, and shared
traditions.

in Venezuela, arepas are much
more than a dish — they are a
daily staple and a powerful sym-
bol of national identity. Made
from corn flour and filled with a
wide variety of ingredients, are-
pas reflect the country’s cultural
diversity and regional traditions.
sharing an arepada is a social
experience, often enjoyed with
family and friends, representing
hospitality and togetherness.
The evening will feature a series
of short talks on Venezuela’s
most iconic natural landmarks
presented by our dear members
antonella Massaro, Elizabeth
schiavone, Giovina di Giacomo,
leina Garcia, Maria Fernanda de
armas, and Maria Virginia os-
una, along with a curated menu
prepared by our dear member ingrid Massaro.
Menu
Appetizer
Tequeños de Queso (wrapped
cheese sticks)
Mini Cachapas (sweet corn pan-
cakes)
Main Course
arepas – guests may choose three
arepas from the following fillings:
• Reina Pepiada (chicken and avo-
cado)
• Carne Mechada (shred-
ded beef with spices)
• Dominó (black beans
and cheese)
• Avocado and cheese
• Sautéed eggplant and
cheese
• Friarielli (broccoli rabe)
Dessert
Quesillo – Venezue-
lan-style caramel flan
Drinks
(one drink of choice)
• Cerveza Polar (Venezu-
elan beer)
• Wine
• Soft drinks/Water
Join us for a warm evening of cul-
ture and connections!
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Friarié Bistrot and Cater-
ing, Piazzale damiano Chiesa, 2
Cost: €30
Sign-up: To reserve your place,
please sign up with Connie Pilo-
Pais, pilopaisconnie@hotmail.com
and Giovina di Giacomo,
membership@
benvenutoclubofmilan.it with your
bank transfer no later than 23 Jan-
uary