St Dominic’s Primary School invites you to join them at their inaugural Italian Festa on Saturday 15 November between 2pm and 8pm. The Festa will be launched by Luca Bottallo, Secreatary General at the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Acting Principal Lisa Taylor is “thrilled to bring a little slice of Italy to our Italian community in Melbourne”.
Visitors will be able to enjoy a wide array of fine wines and authentic Italian food including , Arancini, Meatballs in Napoli sauce, served with crusty bread, Four Nonna’s gourmet ravioli and a fresh pasta selection served with sauces,hand made Italian doughnuts, Mimi’s pizza, Gelati Sky gelato, Antipasto sharing platters and of course, great coffee supplied by Nomad Coffee Dealers – just look for the little ‘Moke’ car! We also have fresh cannoli or crostoli to go with your coffee, available at the Buona Cucina CAFÉ at the Veritas Hall. You’ll also find traditional fair food for the kids including the favourites - hot chips, snow cones, fairy floss and popcorn.
Food lovers don’t miss our Festa Providore, where you will find local and Italian gourmet food products and beautiful food hampers. You’ll discover Panettone arriving fresh from Italy, deliciously soft nougat and beautifully packaged biscotti, as well as premium pastas, olive oils and ingredients for an authentic Italian meal.
There is also a huge assortment of showbags, novelties and books that will entertain boys and girls, young and old. If its a bag of tricks that takes your fancy, a treat for your sweet tooth or a flashing pair of sunglasses to take you into the twilight part of our festa, there is something for everyone.
Make a start on Christmas and step inside our Gift Store where you will find designer jewellery, cushions, art, clothing, kitchen wares and more. Our Christmas Stall features one of Melbourne's largest Christmas suppliers right here onsite to solve all of your festive decorating dilemmas. We have a huge range including Christmas trees, nativity sets and more.
There will be amazing rides for the kids including an Abseiling / Rock climbing wall,
Action Racer Slide, Ironman Jungle Challenge, Chair-O-Plane, and an Extreme Sports Challenge (a 4 way bungee).
Our festa silent auction has some amazing items available for families and children. You'll find some great Christmas presents and family experiences to share over the coming summer months. Don't forget to bid, you have to be in it to win it!
The children of St Dominic’s rendition of the Italian national anthem and other traditional Italian songs will delight you. Siena College and past students from Xavier College and surrounding schools will also be performing on the main stage as well as the amazing Black Magic band.
Capture your memories from the day and have your photo taken with Italy's most famous export - a red Ferrari!
Our Italian Festa promises to offer “a little taste of Italy”, with plenty of food stalls to inspire and please the senses. Please join us in Celebrating La Dolce Vita at our inaugural Italian Festa!
