Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas

07/24/2026

We're pleased to share this special event hosted by our member Amalfi Ristorante Italiano & Bar.

On Wednesday, July 29, Amalfi will welcome AS Roma as part of the Genuine Cup 2026, an international tournament that brings together teams from 50 countries at Rice University to celebrate the values of sport, friendship, and cultural exchange.

As part of this unique event, each national team will enjoy the cuisine of its home country.

We invite our community to join us in celebrating Italy, sport, and international friendship. 🇮🇹⚽

📅 Wednesday, July 29
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Amalfi Ristorante Italiano
📞 Reservations: 713.532.2201

Seating is limited—reserve your table today!

07/14/2026

Approfitta degli ultimi giorni dello sconto e acquista il tuo desk per partecipare alle edizioni speciali di Taste of Italy Dallas e Tulsa.

Non perdere l'occasione di presentare i tuoi prodotti sul mercato americano.

Per maggiori informazioni sull'evento ideato e gestito dalla Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas, visita il sito https://www.iacctexas.com/it/taste-of-italy/levento

o contatta Francesca Bacci [email protected]

07/13/2026

As the Texas Restaurant Show 2026 comes to a close, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the outstanding companies that exhibited in the Italian Pavilion and to everyone who stopped by to visit us.

Your enthusiasm, support, and interest in Italian excellence made this edition a great success. It was a pleasure to showcase some of the most iconic Made in Italy brands and to create new opportunities for connection and collaboration within the foodservice industry.

A heartfelt thank you to our exhibitors, partners, and visitors for making the Italian Pavilion such a vibrant destination throughout the show.

See you next year!

07/08/2026

🇮🇹 Experience the very best of Italian excellence at the Italian Pavilion! 🇺🇸

The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas is proud to once again organize the Italian Pavilion at the Texas Restaurant Association Show, taking place July 12–13 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

This year's Pavilion will feature some of the most iconic and internationally recognized names of Made in Italy, showcasing the quality, tradition, and excellence that have made Italian products admired around the world.

Featured companies include:

✨ AKA
✨ Bindi
✨ De Cecco
✨ Macoritti
✨ Morra Tartufalba
✨ Scotti
✨ Surgital

Visit the Italy Pavilion and discover why Italian excellence continues to set the global standard.

📍 Italy Pavilion
📅 July 12–13, 2026
📍 Henry B. González Convention Center – San Antonio, Texas

07/04/2026

07/03/2026

🚨 Applications Are Now Open for the Marmomac 2026 Hosted Buyers Program!

In partnership with Veronafiere, we are recruiting qualified U.S. professionals from the natural stone and design industries to participate in a sponsored business delegation to Marmomac 2026, the world's leading international exhibition for natural stone, machinery, technology, and design.

📍 Verona, Italy
📅 September 22–25, 2026

Selected participants will receive a hosted hospitality package that includes:
✔ Four nights of hotel accommodation in Verona
✔ Flight partial reimbursement
✔ Complimentary admission to Marmomac 2026
✔ Personalized B2B meetings with leading Italian manufacturers
✔ Access to networking events and industry programs

We are currently looking for qualified professionals in the following sectors:
🔹 Distributors, Importers, Dealers, Fabricators, and Stone Professionals specializing in stone machinery and equipment
🔹 Distributors, Importers, Dealers, Fabricators, and Technical Professionals who sell or use tools, abrasives, and consumables for stone processing
🔹 Distributors, Importers, Dealers, Contractors, Fabricators, and Technical Professionals involved in the sourcing, distribution, specification, or installation of natural stone slabs and blocks
🔹 Architects, Interior Designers, and Specifiers working on high-end commercial projects (luxury hotels, five-star restaurants, hospitality, and wellness facilities) as well as luxury residential projects. Preference will be given to professionals with active natural stone projects.

If you are looking to discover the latest innovations, meet leading Italian manufacturers, and develop new international business opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

📩 To receive additional information and the application form, please contact Francesca Bacci by July 15th
📧 [email protected]

06/02/2026

Celebriamo gli 80 anni della Repubblica Italiana! 🇮🇹

Oggi, 2 giugno, celebriamo con orgoglio l’80° Anniversario della Repubblica Italiana.

In questo giorno storico del 1946, gli italiani hanno scelto attraverso un referendum il futuro del Paese, dando vita alla Repubblica Italiana.

Come Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Texas, rendiamo omaggio alla storia, ai valori democratici, all’innovazione e ai forti legami che continuano a unire l’Italia e il Texas.

Buona Festa della Repubblica a tutti gli italiani e agli amici dell’Italia nel mondo! 🇮🇹✨

Celebrating 80 Years of the Italian Republic! 🇮🇹

Today, June 2nd, we proudly celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Italian Republic.

On this historic day in 1946, Italians voted in a national referendum that shaped the future of the country and marked the birth of the Italian Republic.

As the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Texas, we honor Italy’s rich heritage, democratic values, innovation, and the strong ties that continue to unite Italy and Texas.

Happy Republic Day to all Italians and friends of Italy around the world! 🇮🇹✨

05/12/2026

La IACC TEXAS a TUTTOFOOD 2026 !

📅 Mercoledi 13 maggio
⏰ 10:30am
📍Padiglione 2 S05

Food Security & Made in Italy: la sicurezza alimentare globale e le opportunità per il Made in Italy.

Il panel esplorerà le trasformazioni della domanda alimentare globale e le nuove opportunità per il Made in Italy nei mercati emergenti, con un focus su Europa, Asia e Nord America.

Attraverso il contributo di esperti internazionali, verranno analizzate le strategie per rafforzare le resilienze delle filiere italiane e valorizzare l’eccellenza in un contesto sempre più competitivo.

Un confronto dinamico tra istituzioni e business per evidenziare come il Made in Italy possa consolidarsi come asset strategico a livello globale, cogliendo le sfide della sicurezza alimentare e dell’internazionalizzazione.

Leggi di più 👉 https://www.tuttofood.it/evento/global-food-evolution-tra-tradizione-italiana-e-scenari-futuri/

05/05/2026

A historic milestone for Italy–Texas relations ✈️🇮🇹🇺🇸

Great satisfaction for the launch of the new direct flight between Houston and Rome, operated by ITA Airways!

This long-awaited connection marks the first nonstop link between the two cities, bringing communities, families, and territories closer than ever.

The inaugural flight took place on May 1st at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, in the presence of Consul General of Italy in Houston Mauro Lorenzini and Comites President Salvo Saieva.
Among the distinguished attendees were also Alessia Paolicchi and Brando Ballerini, respectively Executive Director and President of the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Texas.

Consul General Lorenzini highlighted the significance of this achievement, further reinforced by a message from Italian Ambassador to the U.S., Marco Peronaci, who emphasized how this new route will facilitate travel for business professionals, students, researchers, and tourists, strengthening the already strong ties between Italy and Texas.

Made possible in collaboration with the City of Houston Airport System, this new direct connection enhances transatlantic mobility and opens new opportunities for trade, investment, and cultural exchange.

Wishing all passengers on this inaugural flight a wonderful journey—and looking forward to the many opportunities this route will create.

Read more:
https://gazzettadiplomatica.it/inaugurato-in-texas-il-primo-volo-diretto-ita-airways-houston-roma/