Crave Italy S8 E7 | Inside the Italfoods Specialty Food Show

In this episode of Crave Italy, host and journalist Samantha Ferro takes you inside the 2026 Italfoods Specialty Food Show at the historic Fort Mason Festival Pavilion in San Francisco. Organized by Italfoods, this premier event brings together Italian producers, importers, distributors, retailers, chefs, and food industry professionals to celebrate the excellence, authenticity, and innovation of Made in Italy, while strengthening the connection between Italy and the United States. Throughout the episode, Samantha meets a diverse group of exhibitors and producers who share the stories behind their companies, products, and passion for authentic Italian food. From family-owned businesses preserving generations of tradition to innovative brands helping shape the future of the industry, these conversations highlight the craftsmanship, quality, and heritage that define Italian excellence. The episode also features insights from Richard J. Armanino, Director of Sales & Purchasing at Italfoods, on the vision behind the Specialty Food Show and its role in connecting Italian producers with the U.S. market. Whether you're passionate about Italian food, entrepreneurship, or discovering the people behind authentic Made in Italy products, this episode offers an exclusive look inside one of Northern California's premier Italian food industry events. Crave Italy — Where Italy Meets America.  Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms.  www.craveshow.com  Special Thanks Our sincere thanks to Richard J. Armanino and the Italfoods team for their warm hospitality and for making our visit to the 2026 Italfoods Specialty Food Show possible. We also extend our gratitude to all the exhibitors, producers, distributors, chefs, and guests who generously shared their stories, expertise, and passion throughout the event.  Italfoods https://www.italfoodsinc.com  Samantha's Wardrobe by Alice Becker Inc. https://www.alicebeckerinc.com  Follow Crave Italy Instagram: @crave.show TikTok: @craveitaly LinkedIn: CRAVE Italy