UK Confederation by Confassociazioni

17/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome Sarah Spampinato to the Board of UK Confederation. 🇬🇧🇮🇹

Founder of Sicily Fest and ItalyFEST London, Sarah is an entrepreneur and creative leader who has built her career around bringing people, cultures and businesses together.

Through her projects, she has transformed ideas and cultural identity into thriving communities, creating meaningful connections between Italy and the UK and giving businesses, creatives and talent a platform to be discovered and celebrated.

Her entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and ability to connect people strongly reflect what UK Confederation stands for: collaboration, international dialogue, inclusion and creating opportunities through meaningful relationships.

We are excited to have Sarah joining our Board and look forward to the ideas, energy and perspective she will bring to our growing community.

Welcome to the Board Sarah!

29/07/2026

We are delighted to welcome Melissa De Vita to the Board of UK Confederation.

Melissa is Destination Manager for Italy, North Africa & Jordan at British Airways Holidays, bringing valuable international experience, strategic insight and a strong ability to connect people, businesses and markets.

Her appointment reflects UK Confederation’s commitment to bringing together outstanding professionals who share our values of integrity, collaboration, inclusion and international dialogue.

Welcome to the Board, Melissa. We look forward to the perspective, energy and experience you will bring to our community and its next chapter.

03/07/2026

A community truly grows when it welcomes new people, new ideas and new energy.

That is why we are very pleased to welcome Fairness Magazine and its Founder Pilar Marzuco as a new member of UK Confederation.

Fairness Magazine joins a network that continues to expand, while staying deeply connected to its values: collaboration, respect, trust and the desire to work together as a team.

For us, every new member is a new opportunity to create connections, share experiences and build meaningful opportunities between Italy and the United Kingdom.

UK Confederation does not stop.
Our community keeps growing, becoming stronger and looking ahead, while maintaining the same spirit: bringing together people and organisations that believe in the value of authentic relationships.

Welcome, Fairness Magazine.
We are truly happy to have you with us.

31/10/2025

🍕 Exciting News from the Pizza World! 🍕

The UK Confederation is thrilled to once again partner with the European Pizza Show, taking place on 26–27 November 2025 at ExCeL London.
This premier event brings together over 300 exhibitors and more than 10,000 international professionals, creating the perfect platform to explore the latest innovations, trends, and opportunities in the pizza and hospitality industry.

From cutting-edge ingredients and equipment to menu concepts and technology, the European Pizza Show is where the pizza industry comes together, learns, and advances. Our partnership reflects our commitment to supporting the food-service and hospitality sectors, fostering connections, and driving excellence across Europe.

📅 Opening Times:
Wednesday 26th November 2025: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday 27th November 2025: 10:00 – 16:30

Whether you’re a restaurateur, supplier, chef, or food enthusiast, this is an event not to be missed. Register now as a visitor and join us at the Show:

https://european-pizza-show-2025.reg.buzz/ukconf

28/10/2025

We are proud to welcome Carnevale as a Platinum Sponsor of the Hospitality Awards UK 2025 🏆
For over 50 years, Carnevale has brought the best of Italian tradition to tables across the UK — a perfect partner to celebrate culinary excellence. 🇮🇹✨

We are proud to welcome C. Carnevale as a Platinum Sponsor of the Hospitality Awards UK 2025 🏆
For over 50 years, Carnevale has brought the best of Italian tradition to tables across the UK — a perfect partner to celebrate culinary excellence. 🇮🇹✨

26/02/2025

A Historic Milestone for the Italian Community in Scotland 🇮🇹

Yesterday, Samantha Del Vigna, President for North England of the UK Confederation, had the honor of attending the inauguration of the new Consulate General of Italy in Edinburgh. This marks a significant milestone for the Italian community in Scotland, providing essential consular services and establishing the new Italian Cultural Institute of Edinburgh, which will further promote Italian culture and heritage.

The event was attended by distinguished representatives from institutions and the Italian community, including:

🇮🇹 Ambassador Inigo Lambertini – Italian Embassy in London
🇮🇹 Comites Scotland and Northern Ireland
🇮🇹 Comites Manchester
🇮🇹 Comites London
🇮🇹 APCI United Kingdom
🇮🇹 Italian Chamber of Commerce for the UK
🇮🇹 Toni Ricciardi
🇮🇹 Andrea Crisanti
🇮🇹 Consulate General of Italy in London
🇮🇹 Consulate of Italy in Manchester
🇮🇹 Honorary Consulate of Italy in Belfast

This new consular presence strengthens Italy’s role in the UK and opens new opportunities for the Italian community.

10/01/2025

UK Confederation proudly supports the first-ever Photography Exhibition in the UK dedicated to the iconic Feast of Saint Agatha! 🎉📸

Hosted by the Italian Cultural Institute London and captured through the lens of renowned photographer Mario Bucolo, “Saint Agatha: La Festa” takes you on a visual journey into one of the world’s most spectacular religious celebrations, held annually in Catania, Sicily.
From February 3rd to 5th, Catania transforms into a breathtaking blend of faith, tradition, and community, drawing half a million people in a heartfelt tribute to their beloved patron saint.

📍 ICI London – 39 Belgrave Square, SW1X 8NX
🗓️ January 21, 2025 – January 28, 2025
🎟️ Opening event: January 21 at 6:30 PM

Secure your tickets 👉 https://billetto.co.uk/e/photography-exhibition-saint-agatha-la-festa-tickets-1134454

Don't miss this unique cultural experience, celebrating Sicily’s devotion, traditions, and passion through extraordinary photography!

28/11/2024

We at UK Confederation by Confassociazioni, together with Apci Regno Unito, are incredibly proud of the enormous success of the 2024 Hospitality Awards UK Gala Dinner! Held at the prestigious 113 Chancery Lane, The Law Society, this event was a true celebration of excellence and teamwork, made possible by the dedication and passion of everyone involved.

A heartfelt thank you to the Consulate General of Italy in London for their esteemed patronage, with special gratitude to Consul General Domenico Bellantone for his invaluable support.

A huge round of applause to our sponsors, whose contributions were fundamental to the success of this unforgettable evening:
High Quality Food, Gratifico - L'arte della pasta di Bologna., Azienda Agricola La Sovrana, Graysons UK, DEL VIGNA LTD, Cibosano Ltd, Sagitter Training, British Airways, C. Carnevale, Marco Mergè, Alivini Company Limited, Blacksmith&Brigantine, Cibo, Federicus II - ExtraVirgin BIO Olive Oil, The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione, Salvo 1968 Ltd, Caffè Carraro, RISO BUONO, MFP Pizza Flour , Pasta Remoli, Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, Re Due Sicilie Ltd, Antonio Caterino Private Chef, Bisol1542 Prosecco Superiore, Etnacoffee, Ingenio Business Consulting, Services & Solutions, and Coloursonic Ltd.

We are deeply thankful to Complitaly TV for their incredible support and for creating this stunning video that allows us to relive the magic of the gala.

To our media partner Booknbook UK and Birmingham City University for their endorsement, to all guests who attended and to everyone who worked tirelessly to make this event a success—THANK YOU!

🎥 Watch the video and join us in celebrating the achievements of the incredible talents in the UK hospitality industry! 🌟



Stefano Potortì Francesca Dassori Giuseppe Silvestri