Idiomas + Cocina
La receta para un aprendizaje lingüístico eficaz: combinar la práctica y el placer de los sentidos.
Nuestros programas de Idiomas + Cocina son únicos en su especie. A través de una introducción a las cocinas del mundo, talleres culinarios prácticos y sabrosas degustaciones de productos locales, podrás desarrollar tus habilidades lingüísticas al tiempo que perfeccionas tus talentos culinarios.
Si eres amante de la buena comida y te gusta participar en su preparación, te encantará este concepto inédito. Combinadas con cursos de idiomas dinámicos e interactivos, las sesiones culinarias se centran en la diversión y en compartir momentos inolvidables con otros apasionados de la buena mesa ¡procedentes de todos los rincones del mundo! La ocasión perfecta para descubrir la jerga de los “chefs” en el idioma que aprendes, y asentar tus conocimientos lingüísticos de forma duradera.
La cocina es también el reflejo de una cultura, un estilo de vida. Al aprender a armonizar los sabores y aromas de la tierra, ahondarás en las tradiciones de tu país de destino. Y como la cocina es un arte que trasciende fronteras, cada participante podrá añadir su toque personal en la preparación, según su origen y gustos ¡Aprovecha la oportunidad de intercambiar tus recetas y consejos culinarios!
Italian Conversation & Cooking Group
Estamos formando un grupo para todos los que quieran aprender o seguir aprendiendo italiano a través de conversaciones.Misión del grupo es promover la apreciación de la lengua y cultura italiana a través de conversación en lengua italiana, clases de cocina, el cine, el arte, la música, la literatura, degustación de vinos, los deportes, los viajes y el compromiso social. Voy a ayudar a la gente con un fuerte interés en Italia se conectan entre sí, tanto en línea como en persona.
Sólo hay un secreto para aprender a hablar con fluidez otro idioma: practicarlo todas las veces que puedas, lo más que puedas y con quien puedas! Un intercambio de idiomas es mucho más eficaz que una clase de lengua tradicional, ya que se trata de una reunión informal, donde puedes conversar libremente sin estrés por una evaluación formal. Por esta razón aprovecha la oportunidad de practicar en un entorno relajado y agradable! No es necesario tener un alto nivel, sólo hace falta tener ganas de lanzarse y no tardarás en ver los resultados. Tendrás la posibilidad de hablar con nativos y bilingüe, aprendiendo expresiones formales, como informales, además de hacer nuevos amigos y al mismo tiempo aprender sobre diferentes culturas. Te esperamos. ¡Hasta pronto! Organizamos actividades tanto en Monterrey, N.L. como en Houston, TX.
Este es tambien un grupo para todos los amantes de la cocina, a los que disfrutan comiendo bien o quieren aprender a cocinar, para cualquier nivel. Divertirse creando platos diferentes, sanos y deliciosos o con una buena comida casera. Estoy seguro que será agradable y divertido. Además, ¿quieres conocer nuevas personas y hacer amigos con tus mismas aficiones?. Esta es una buena oportunidad para ti. Cocinar es una de las grandes pasiones en la vida. En este meetup podrás descubrirlo.
This meetup group is for anyone who likes Italy and the Italian culture – and who doesn’t? Italy is so easy to love!
Although it’s called the Italian Language group, a lot of our members don’t speak Italian – they just celebrate Italian culture. That means that non-Italian speakers are welcome to join us at events! If you want to practice your Italian, you’re encouraged to, but it’s not necessary. (The only events where it is necessary are the “Cena in Italiano” dinners and “Parliamo Italiano!” events, where we get together and practice the language.)
This group offers both social events (house parties, dinners, cooking workshops, meal sharing and wine tasting) and Italian conversation. You’ll meet people who are interested in language, travel, cooking, and good food & wine; it’s an interesting and fun group of people who are very welcoming. Newcomers will feel welcome, so please join us!
This group is open to anyone who wants to make connections with others who share your same interests ….Language, Cooking, Travel, Social, Culture. If you don’t live nearby, you are still welcome to join to chat with others by Skype, email, Google groups or other means…and we will help you make those connections.
“If you really want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat with him…the people who give you their food give you their heart.” – Cesar Chavez
The objective of the group is gathering and meeting new people through the organization of homemade food events (dinner, brunch, BBQ).
Our events will feature homemade food sampling prepared by the members of our group (or friends of friends) and will based at members’ place or common spaces (i.e. function rooms in residential buildings).
The group is open to foodies and amateurs cooks with the goal of finding a good balance for each event, try amazing food, share stories of life, travel and have fun together: this will make everyone happy!
The group believes that experiencing different cultures and traditions, meeting new friends, when sitting at the same table, sampling traditional, or ethnic home prepared food from another region, country, state, or local, it is an intimate and rich experience.
Cooking together is a great way to learn and share knowledge and to enjoy food and good company.
The basic idea is that we cook together, learn together and share great meals with the new friends we have made while toiling over the pots and pans. Even if you can barely boil water, you are welcome at any of the events! Since this is not a class and the host is not an expert, the fees are low, basically covering the cost of ingredients.
If you do have skills or knowledge, please pitch in to help your fellow cooks succeed! That’s what it’s all about. I’m hoping to learn from you, too.
Despite these caveats, the food always turns out delicious and the company is great!
Please contact me if you have any questions.
And if you are interested to improve your Italian language skills, I’ll be happy to help you. Get a head start by visiting our conversation group on Skype: rgvlanguages
A presto!
Benvenuti Italian Language Lovers!!!
Se cercate altri che parlano Italiano, avete interesse nella lingua, cultura e tutto quello che e’ inerente all’Italia, non avete piu’ bisogno di cercare (altrove) – inscrivetevi al nostro gruppo. Non vediamo l’ora di incontrarvi.Welcome to the Italian meetup group!
If you are looking for others who speak Italian, interested in the language, culture and all things Italian, you don’t need to look any further – join our group. We look forward to meeting you.
”Parliamo Italiano!” The Italian Conversation Group.
Consider: “The Italian Language Conversation Group”.Our Italian Conversation Group was created for the purpose of maintaining, promoting and increasing the Italian Culture. Our events thrive on the spontaneity, generosity and enthusiasm of our members.
Most group members live Houston, McAllen or bordering towns. Meeting attendees have various levels of proficiency; some are quite fluent, while others mostly listen. However, no English or Spanish is spoken, and no lessons are given. There are no assigned books or topics of conversation.
Nato come estemporaneo gruppo di conversazione italiana, The Italian Conversation Group è divenuto un punto di riferimento sociale e culturale sia per gli italiani residenti nell’area metropolitana di Houston e McAllen che per americani o stranieri che nutrono un serio interesse per la cultura e per la lingua italiana.
Il nostro principale obiettivo è quello di promuovere la cultura e l’uso della lingua italiana, attraverso la conversazione informale, senza quindi l’impegno di abbonamenti, iscrizioni e frequenza di regolari corsi di lingua.
The Italian Conversation Group garantisce un dialogo tra italiani e persone residenti in queste aree geografiche, offrendo un luogo che si presta allo scambio di reciproche esperienze e di preziose informazioni socio-culturali riguardanti sia l’Italia che gli Stati Uniti. Esso è pertanto utilissimo sia ai neo-arrivati, che a coloro i quali intendono mantenere vivo il loro interesse o ottenere informazioni su attualità, attività culturali e viaggi.
I nostri incontri consentono ai nostri membri di conversare in un’atmosfera tranquilla, rilassata e familiare. Le nostre non sono feste, ma festive riunioni. Alle riunioni si incontra nuova gente, si chiacchiera del più e del meno o, se lo si desidera, di cose serie; si prendono contatti, si fanno nuove amicizie, ci si informa su novità, leggi, servizi, percorsi turistici alternativi, ricette, pubblicazioni, mostre d’arte e attività culturali sia italiane che locali, il tutto assaggiando prodotti e vini italiani e verificando le ottime abilità culinarie di alcuni dei nostri partecipanti.
L’atmosfera è rilassata e conviviale. Il nostro gruppo e’ frequentato in egual misura da italiani, americani e stranieri provenienti da ogni parte del mondo. Il livello di conversazione non è prestabilito e dipende interamente dall’abilità e dall’esperienza dei partecipanti. Ai nostri incontri la conversazione italiana è d’obbligo. Registratevi al nostro sito. L’operazione é gratuita, e i vostri dati personali non saranno mai resi accessibili ad alcuna entità privata, commerciale o pubblica.
Grazie per esservi uniti a noi in questa eccitante avventura.
Speriamo d’incontrarvi alla prossima riunione!
The Italian Conversation Group began when several friends got together to practice speaking Italian. The group remained fairly small for about a year – in fact, one time only a single person showed up. The gatherings took place in restaurants but when the group grew, it became impossible to manage the meetings and keep our ‘ragione d’essere’– converse in Italian – alive. After trying a few more cafés and restaurants, it was decided to attempt a more cordial atmosphere by meeting in private homes.
Accessibility to our meetings is defined by one simple rule: as long as the participant makes a sincere effort to speak Italian, s/he is always welcome to join in. In fact, at the meetings we do not speak English, Spanish or other languages. Thus, while we remain open to new members, it is in our sole interest that The Italian Conversation Group does not slip into the format of a generic party. We therefore discourage our members from inviting friends who do not speak Italian.
The only reason we feel compelled to formulate these thoughts in English or Spanish is to include in this discourse those individuals whose language skills have not achieved full proficiency. It would be unfair, assuming that everyone approaching our group is capable to discern advanced Italian.
We nevertheless hold true our rule: at the meetings, Italian is required and expected.
At the meetings, ‘italiano’ is spoken at all levels. You will fit right in, whether you are capable to set off on a philosophical dissertation, or you need to learn how to order at the restaurant.
Members’ skills vary from beginners to native speakers.
Accompanied by the fine food and wines our members bring, our meetings are the perfect environments for a non-Italian member who is interested in our culture and language to hear the native tongue here, at home.
Our members can meet a variety of people who have already developed an interest in our secular traditions and language, and expand their network and acquaintances.
Our meetings have become the checkpoint of all the Italians who arrive in Houston or McAllen and the polar information center of anyone who is planning for a trip to Italy. Europeans have fed their nostalgia of the old continent and retrieved those colorful habits and warm hospitality, which are the distinguished marks of the Italian culture.
So, next time you plan to make it to an event, pick-up some bread, grab some Italian cheese, or get some tiramisù, sherbet, Nutella or biscotti.
Wine consumption has never been a concern as it is done very moderately, convivial style.
If you have time, make something you like to cook.
Our events thrive on the spontaneity, generosity and enthusiasm of our members.
The Italian Conversation Group grows and prospers out of the continuing enthusiasm of our members and the generosity of those who host its meetings.
Our mission is to promote an appreciation of Italian language and culture through Italian language lessons, cooking lessons, film, art, music, literature, wine tastings, sports, travel and social engagement. We help people with a strong interest in Italy connect with one another, both online and in person.
We’re the original Italian language meetup group in our area. Tutti possono aderire al nostro gruppo. Se ci aiuti a crescere… cresceremo insieme!
Want to find out more? Check our calendar to see the exact time and location of events and come join us. Read more about our activities.
* Quattro chiacchiere tra amici: These bi-weekly events offer the opportunity to practice your Italian with other very friendly and enthusiastic Italian language speakers in a highly informal and comfortable setting. Our group is at all levels of Italian proficiency from beginning to advanced and we all help each other. Parleremo di tutto e di niente, l’importante è stare in compagnia e farsi anche qualche risata.
* Cineforum italiano: Italian films are a wonderful way to share an Italian cultural experience.
* Let’s Travel to Italy: Come experience Italy with our group and create memories that last a lifetime! Our group trips are limited to small groups of travelers.
* Tutti a tavola: We offer Italian cooking lessons where you can learn the art and traditions of Italian cooking while speaking Italian.
* L’aperitivo italiano: We enjoy Happy Hour events in Italian style. We often celebrate with our friends in the group. Cin-Cin!
And it doesn’t stop there.
We’re always looking for new opportunities to socialize while enjoying Italian language and culture.
We participate in guided museum tours, lectures, exhibits, street festivals, concerts, sporting events and cultural events at the Italian embassy and other locations. All the events are selected with the Italian and italophile in mind.
You’ll see the exact time and location for events once you join our group.
If you are interested to join this group, please contact: Parliamo Italiano! for further information.
Our Events
Speaking entirely in Italian is very much encouraged. Most of the people speak at an intermediate or an advanced level. However, there are some native speakers as well as a few beginner.The format for the meetings is open, which means you are free to roam around and speak to whomever you wish about any topic you wish. The more members that you interact with the more you will get to practice speaking in Italian. Some members are more comfortable listening to conversations, while others are more interested in actively participating in a conversation. Please do what makes you feel comfortable.
Siete tutti Invitati!
Meet Italian language and culture lovers in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Come make new “amici”, learn and practice the language, be exposed to a different culture, tradition, and cuisine. We look forward to building a solid group that will lead us to nice friendships, theme parties, local outings, cultural trips and most of all lots of listen and talk Italian. All ages and levels welcome! If you are a beginner remember you learn a lot just by listening!Benvenuti! Qui potrete incontrare amanti della cultura e della lingua Italiana in una atmosfera divertente e rilassante. Unitevi a noi per fare nuovi amici, imparare, o far pratica della lingua Italiana rendendovi così disponibili ad una cultura, a tradizioni ed anche perchè no, ad una cucina diversa! Siamo interessati a creare un gruppo che promuova nuove amicizie, feste a tema, gite, e viaggi culturali, ma più che altro ad imparare, ascoltare e parlare Italiano. Il Meetup Italiano non ha restrizioni di età, e tutti i livelli di comprensione sono benvenuti. Se siete principianti, all’inizio potete imparare moltissimo anche solo ascoltando.
Be a Host
If you’re interested in hosting your own event, feel free to contact me or post a suggestion in the group. I’d love to have new event organizers. Please keep in mind that suggested events must be somewhat Italian related, and I reserve the right to remove events that are not.
Este es un meetup para gente con inquietudes gastronómicas, aquellos dispuestos a aprender y con ganas de ponerse el delantal y manos a la obra. Aprenderemos distintas técnicas, cocina Italiana y local y a crear platos divertidos, con contrastes de sabor y color. Después de cocinar, nos sentaremos con unos vinitos y nos comeremos lo que hayamos cocinado. Se admiten peticiones de tema y sugerencias varias!
Únete a nuestro grupo y participa en nuestros eventos.
IMPORTANTE: para este evento habrá una cuota de participación. El precio varia dependiendo del número de participantes y del tipo de comida que vamos a preparar.
Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow 