The Council of Italian Restaurants in Australia

In 2004 twelve Italian-Australian restaurateurs met to form The Council of Italian Restaurants in Australia (CIRA) a not-for-profit organisation to promote the values of Italian food and perpetuate authentic Italian cuisine in Australia. This is inclusive of cultural and educational objectives. CIRA has been formed and is now consulting with others in the industry including restaurants, industry associates and friends to broaden membership, operating a cooking school and encouraging young apprentices to participate in the CIRA-ALMA Young Talent Award.

A huge thank you to all who took part in GUSTO 2011.  More information and photos coming soon.

To have a look at the latest newsletter, click here.

CIRA's original founding members include the following:

Marilyn Annecchini
Elio Cordaro
Lucio Galletto
Vanessa Martin
John O'Riordan
Armando Percuoco
Giovanni Pilu
Beppi Polese
Mark Polese
Norma Polese
George Pompei
Danny Russo
Peter Zuzza

The current Officers and Executive Committee members are:
President:  Lucio Galletto
Vice President:  Armando Percuoco
Treasurer:  Janni Kyritsis
Secretary:  Robert Goldman

Committee Members:
Roberta Muir
Alessandro Pavoni
Giovanni Pilu

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