Making over 1000 calls, Italian Chef helps bring a large trade delegation to Nanjing and described as Marco Polo of our times

"China is where my heart lies, and I constantly think about how to help more foreigners understand China..." After over 1,000 phone calls and countless rounds of coordination, Antonino, an Italian chef at Nanjing Jinling Hotel, successfully organized a delegation of more than 50 business and political figures from southern Italy. Recently, they made a special visit to Nanjing to explore new opportunities for economic and trade cooperation.

Having lived in Nanjing for over a decade, Antonino has deeply integrated into the city and continuously promoted friendly exchanges between China and Italy, using cuisine as a bridge to bring people from both nations closer together at the dining table. "Only those who have personally driven such collaborations can truly appreciate the tremendous effort involved. Antonino is the Marco Polo of our time," said Professor Bai Long, Changjiang Scholar Chair Profess
Source: NanjingDaily