From Friday 17th to Sunday 19th May, the old port of Sanremo will be the scene of the event “Great international regattas – Ior&Rorc Class Meeting and Sailing&Sapori” which combines regattas, culture and cuisine, organized thanks to the collaboration between the Riviere di Liguria Chamber of Commerce, Nautical Section of Confindustria Imperia “Yacht Net”, Yacht Club Sanremo, Confcommercio Sanremo and Fipe province of Imperia, Confartigianato Imperia and LegaCoopLiguria.
The three-day event will host the Ior&Rorc Class Meeting, dedicated to boats that were part of the golden age of sailing, and the Vela&Sapori regatta in which each crew will have to prepare traditional dishes during navigation. Furthermore, in the square in front of the Sanremo Yacht Club and on the Vesco square, the village will be set up which will host exhibitors from the nautical sector, including the surprising toys for yachts, and the best of the local agri-food products.
To participate in the regattas it is possible to book until Wednesday 15 May by contacting the Sanremo Yacht Club on 0184/503760 or by writing to [email protected].
«We have always believed it is important to enhance cultural heritage and promote tourism through collaborative initiatives, promoting the creation of integrated territorial systems. In line with this commitment, the Chamber of Commerce has decided to support and participate in the ‘Great international regattas’ event, considering the involvement of the trade organizations Confcommercio-Fipe, Confartigianato, Legacoop Liguria, Confindustria Nautica section, recognizing their potential in attracting visitors , promote local economic development and its certified productions and consolidate strategic partnerships in the field of tourism and the valorization of local heritage” declares Enrico Lupi, president of the Riviere di Liguria Chamber of Commerce.
«We are enthusiastic about this collaboration with Confindustria Nautica, Confcommercio Sanremo, Fipe Imperia, Chamber of Commerce Riviere di Liguria, Confartigianato and Legacoop in this event which will not just be a regatta, but a 360-degree event that will involve young people, the territory and the industries in the province”, comments Beppe Zaoli, president of the Sanremo Yacht Club.
«After the positive experience of the ‘Toys and tenders’ exhibition event last spring in Ventimiglia – explains Alessio Marziano, president of Yacht Net-Sezione Nautica Confindustria Imperia -, we have chosen to give our contribution in the creation and valorisation of the historic three days of Sanremo, an event that links the naval tradition of yachts with the culinary tradition of Liguria, acting as a showcase for various businesses in the province of Imperia. The presence of renowned marine entrepreneurs will add significant value to the event, offering the opportunity for networking, knowledge exchange and collaborations that can shape the future of the marine industry.”
«It is a pleasure to announce the support of Confcommercio Sanremo and Fipe province of Imperia for the event ‘Great international regattas i-Ior&Rorc Class Meeting and Vela&Sapori’, a unique event that combines the passion for sailing with the richness of local flavours, promoting the reality Sanremo both as a sporting and gastronomic destination, also thanks to the show cooking and the presence of exhibitors of local excellence – says Andrea Di Baldassarre, president of Confcommercio Sanremo -. The participation of Confcommercio and FIPE reflects the commitment to promoting local economic development through cultural and sporting initiatives to celebrate the peculiarities of our territory and create new opportunities for the local commercial community”.
«The three-day ‘Great International Regattas’ will be an extraordinary opportunity to showcase the craft and small business sector of the nautical world, which includes various professions and many companies and represents an important part of the local economy. The regattas not only offer an exciting spectacle, but are also a unique platform to enhance the authentic flavours, skills and craftsmanship typical of our region. Confartigianato is always at the forefront to support local artisans and their businesses, creating opportunities for visibility and growth and promoting local artisanal and culinary excellence”, says Donatella Vivaldi, president of Confartigianato Imperia.
«Legacoop has always been committed to supporting companies and the development of the territory, enhancing the economy of the sea and promoting its sustainability – confirms Lara Servetti, regional manager of Legacoop Liguria Agri-food sector -. Professional fishing represents a reference point for the blue economy. Sustainability, respect and care for the sea, product quality, diversification: a challenge on several fronts. Participation in ‘Great International Regattas’ will be a global showcase that will allow us to promote the consumption of lesser-known fish species as well as raise awareness of the new frontier of sustainable tourism, i.e. fishing tourism. In fact, there will be three fish tourism establishments within a radius of a few meters with take away, catering on board and on land.”
