Italian Foreign Minister Serves Risotto in Delhi: A Culinary Approach to Strengthening India-Italy Diplomatic Ties

Italian Foreign Minister Serves Risotto in Delhi, Adding Personal Touch to Diplomacy

The gesture highlighted growing ties between India and Italy amid deeper strategic cooperation.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani brought a personal and cultural dimension to his New Delhi visit by personally serving risotto at a diplomatic event held in his honor. The gathering brought together diplomats, Indian officials, business leaders, and cultural representatives, demonstrating how culinary traditions can enhance international relationships and create meaningful connections beyond formal diplomatic exchanges.

On his social media platforms, Minister Tajani shared a video with a message in Italian that translates to: "As of today, Italian cuisine is a World Heritage Site #UNESCO. At the Embassy in New Delhi, we celebrate this great achievement for Italy and Italians around the world."

Watch the video here:

Da oggi la Cucina Italiana è patrimonio dell'umanità #UNESCO. In Ambasciata a New Delhi festeggiamo questo grande risultato per l'Italia e per tutti gli italiani nel mondo. pic.twitter.com/kJrBiFm8yO

— Antonio Tajani (@Antonio_Tajani) December 10, 2025

The warm culinary gesture was positively received, embodying Italian hospitality and underscoring the strengthening relationship between India and Italy. Participants noted that the minister's hands-on involvement brought a human element to diplomacy, creating an evening that was both significant and memorable.

While this culinary diplomacy moment captured attention, Tajani's visit encompasses broader objectives. India and Italy are enhancing collaboration under their Strategic Partnership framework across multiple domains including trade, defense, clean energy, education, and technology. His visit reflects Europe's growing interest in forming partnerships with India to address global challenges and develop innovation-driven sectors.