{"id":159631,"date":"2024-01-31T13:25:29","date_gmt":"2024-01-31T04:25:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?post_type=news&#038;p=159631&#038;lang=en"},"modified":"2024-01-31T14:26:03","modified_gmt":"2024-01-31T05:26:03","slug":"pietro-partners-with-fukuoka-city-for-culinary-celebration-of-local-produce","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/news\/pietro-partners-with-fukuoka-city-for-culinary-celebration-of-local-produce\/","title":{"rendered":"Pietro Partners with Fukuoka City for Culinary Celebration of Local Produce"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fukuoka City has initiated an innovative culinary project aimed at enhancing the consumption and appreciation of locally sourced produce. In a groundbreaking move, iBank Marketing, a subsidiary of the Fukuoka Financial Group (FG) known for its expertise in financial app development, has joined forces with Pietro, a renowned dressing manufacturer. This partnership is dedicated to showcasing the rich array of vegetables grown in Fukuoka City through a specially curated, limited-time menu.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The highlight of this exclusive menu is the &#8220;Hakozaki Komachi,&#8221; a unique variety of green onion nurtured in the Higashi Ward of Fukuoka City. Pietro skillfully integrates these onions into an exquisite creation, the &#8220;Hakozaki Komachi and Red Snow Crab Peperoncino,&#8221; available for \u00a51,408. This dish, a fusion of color and taste with Hakozaki Komachi at its core, will be offered from February 1st to 29th at three select Pietro establishments in Fukuoka City: Pietro Honten Centrale, Yomenya Pietro Solaria, and Pietro Canal City.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expertly crafted, the dish features two preparations of Hakozaki Komachi: finely chopped to meld seamlessly with the noodles and lengthier, lightly cooked pieces to add a textural contrast. Taste tests have highlighted the onions&#8217; unique qualities: a mild, crisp bite coupled with a refreshing aroma, enhancing the overall gastronomic experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The promotion of Fukuoka City&#8217;s produce extends beyond this limited menu, with regular offerings also spotlighting local vegetables. A notable example is the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Motooka<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tomato&#8221; from Nishi Ward, celebrated for its harmonious blend of sweetness and tartness, perfect for complementing pasta dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local growers of Hakozaki Komachi and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motooka<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tomato have voiced their pride and gratitude for the opportunity to have their produce prominently featured on Pietro&#8217;s menu. They eagerly invite diners to experience these culinary delights that truly embody the essence of Fukuoka City&#8217;s agricultural bounty.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available next month, this exclusive and collaborative menu will be served at the aforementioned Pietro locations in Fukuoka City, presenting a rare chance for both residents and visitors to indulge in the authentic tastes of Fukuoka&#8217;s finest produce.\u00a0 <\/span><b>Source:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nikkei.com\/article\/DGXZQOJC302BU0Q4A130C2000000\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nikkei<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kbc.co.jp\/news\/article.php?id=11768497&amp;ymd=2024-01-30\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KBC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibank.co.jp\/news\/#news366\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iBank<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-159634\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fnn_pietro-ibank_2024_cl.jpg?resize=1191%2C1067&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Pietro Partners with Fukuoka City for Culinary Celebration of Local Produce\" width=\"1191\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fnn_pietro-ibank_2024_cl.jpg?w=1191&amp;ssl=1 1191w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fnn_pietro-ibank_2024_cl.jpg?resize=300%2C269&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fnn_pietro-ibank_2024_cl.jpg?resize=1024%2C917&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/fnn_pietro-ibank_2024_cl.jpg?resize=768%2C688&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay informed with the latest Fukuoka &amp; Kyushu news and events in English. 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