BuonDee Episode 9: A Journey into Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Bangkok, 31 July 2025

The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) successfully hosted the ninth edition of its BuonDee series at TICC Connect, Bangkok. This special event marked the first collaboration with the Fondazione EVOO School and Unaprol, the Italian Olive Producers Consortium – and focused on promoting the quality, authenticity, and regional richness of 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO).

Aimed at chefs, sommeliers, and professionals from the food and beverage industry, the event featured a hybrid format, combining a live tasting experience with an online masterclass led by a certified Professional Taster from Italy. Participants had the opportunity to explore a variety of EVOOs from different Italian regions, learning to assess their sensory profiles through aroma and taste, and understanding their use in both raw and cooked applications.

The session also emphasized the importance of PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) certifications, key indicators of traceability, quality, and authenticity in Italian agricultural products.

This initiative reflects TICC’s continued mission to foster cross-cultural exchange and support professional development in Thailand’s culinary landscape through meaningful educational experiences. The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce extends its sincere appreciation to the Fondazione EVOO School and Unaprol for their collaboration and valuable contribution.

For updates on future BuonDee sessions and other TICC events, visit www.thaitch.org