On July 17^th- 20^th Manchester will have a chance to sample the best in Italian street food under one roof in a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine. Hosted by Birra Moretti, the Moretti Gran Tour cherrypicks the key names in the UK street food movement to offer an unrivalled taste of Italian culture.

Held in Old Granada Studios, Manchester, premium street vendors will serve quality signature dishes from different regions of the country, from Sicilian Arancini Ragù to Torta Fritta from Emilia Romagna, and transform Manchester into a traditional Italian street food market.

Following the success of Pizza in the Piazza and Italy Live, which saw the Piazza of Tuscan town of San Gimignano recreated in the heart of London and live-linked to the Italian town, premium Italian beer now brings a taste of Italy to Manchester. The light golden beer made in the traditional way that has remained almost unchanged since 1859. Birra Moretti uses a special blend of high quality hops that gives it a unique taste and fragrance, enhancing its perfectly balanced bitter taste.

James Woodman, Senior Brand Manager comments “We are really excited to be launching our first Italian Street Food pop up market in Manchester. Birra Moretti has long been associated with great beer, great food and great company, so we’re glad to have been able to build on our involvement in the street food explosion and bring together some of the best Italian regional cuisines in Manchester and create an authentic Italian cultural experience, complemented by the crisp refreshing taste of Birra Moretti”

Food Vendors include Arancini Bros., Cheeky Italian, and Pasta E Basta, who be hosting demonstrations as well as tasting experiences. Entrants will also be treated to an introduction to Italian cuisine by the host, Joe Hurd, from award winning Italian Restaurant L’Anima, and founder of Italian food stall “Joey’s Anglo-Italian Good Eats”.