This summer, anyone can stop by SERRA to enjoy their new “Choose Your Italian Summer Adventure” program, where local bartenders from various NY bars, countries, and cultures will interpret and put their own spin on the Italian Aperitivo concept. During the program, restaurant goers will be able to enjoy a limited-edition Summer menu featuring Italian-inspired ITALICUS & SAVOIA signature aperitivo cocktails as part of a unique bartender guest series. To Kick-off the series, ITALICUS will present 2 finalists of the Art of Italicus Cocktail Competition 2024, that proudly represented two iconic NY bars at the US final in Las Vegas. Watch out for the series calendar as more is coming to Serra rooftop!
EVENT DATES INCLUDE
July 11
Bartender guest: From Bar Calico, Alex Dominguez, a finalist of the Art of ITALICUS 2024 competition, with his cocktail recipe, "Amalfi Water" inspired by the pairing between the Italian Seaside and Alex's Mexican roots. Alex will represent the Flatiron District Neighborhood.
July 18
Bartender guest: From Bar Moga, Ayaka Mossan, a finalist of the Art of ITALICUS 2024 competition, with her cocktail recipe, “The Prologue,” inspired by her hometown aperitif drink. Ayaka will represent the Greenwich Village Neighborhood.
August 22
Bartender guest: From Layla, Stefano D’Orsogna, with the Olive Spritz, a delicious take on the Dirty Martini. Stefano will represent the Williamsburg Neighborhood.
September 5
Bartender guest: From Bar Americano, Giancarlo, with the drink Sacred Valleys, inspired by sacred valleys found in Italy, Japan, Peru, and New Zealand. Giancarlo will represent the Green Point Neighborhood.
October 3
Bartender guest: From Gansevoort Hotel, Donny Largotta, with Maracuja Magic, the perfect blend between the bartender’s Italian and Brazilian influences. Donny will represent the Meatpacking district Neighborhood.
Discover ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto and Savoia, where tradition meets modern Italian aperitivos. ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto captures Southern Italy's essence with Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian citrons, and a blend of herbs, offering a timeless, refreshing taste. Savoia, inspired by Italy's royal heritage, combines vermouth, bitters, and wine for a rich, sophisticated aperitivo. Perfect for those who appreciate elegance, both ITALICUS and Savoia elevate any occasion and invite you to indulge in the art of Italian hospitality, where every moment is an opportunity to savor life's simple pleasures.