Locals Enjoy ‘Taste of Italy’ Event

A large crowd turned out for the annual “Taste of Italy,” a popular event organized by the Medford Kiwanis to support many of their charitable causes. There was plenty of local food, drink, music, and entertainment for the event, which takes place each year during Italian Heritage month. Mainly Italian fare was provided by participating vendors, which included Focaccia’s Restaurant, Raso’s Grille, Salvatore’s Restaurant, Avellino’s, Bell Gioso Cheese, Bob’s Food Store, Regina Pizzeria, CB Scoops, Jack’s Ristorante, J. Pace AND Son, La Vita Mia, Piantedosi Bread, Lino & Audrey’s, Marty’s Caterers, The Montvale Plaza, Gran Gusto, Modern Pastry, Ravi’s Restaurant, Espresso Plus, Boccelli’s Ristorante, Pure Imagination Confections, and Vinny’s Ristorante.

Mayor Michael McGlynn with Kiwanis President Jonathan White and event co-chairs Rita Cornelio and Kelly Catallo.

Calzone from J. Pace of Saugus.

Cannolis from Modern Pastry.

Gina Avellani and her daughter, Marina, representing Lino’s, got dressed up for the occasion.

Fresh risotto was prepared before hungry patrons at Salvatore’s booth.

Ginny and Chuck Roche and Rita Azulay of C.B. Scoops.

Mayor McGlynn enjoys some food from Ravi’s of Malden.

Tempting desserts from Pure Imagination.

– InsideMedford.com