MoVida’s Frank Camorra takes part in New Gastronomy Fiesta Program at Shanghai Expo

It’s no secret Australia claims Spanish born Frank Camorra as not only one of our own but also as one of the best chefs in the country, but those in Shanghai visiting the Shanghai Expo were able to see Camorra in action and understand why Australians holds Camorra in such high regard.

In Shanghai from 28 June – 4 July, Camorra paired with Josechu Corella of Bal d’Onsera, as part of the New Gastronomy Fiesta Program.

The pair created a menu inspired by the 1980’s countercultural movement known as Movida, also the name of Camorra’s restaurant. Offering a tribute to film director Pedro Almodovar with a seafood cocktail with bean gazpacho, named ‘‘Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown’’, the pair also showcased a dish Camorra fans will know well; his anchovy with smoked tomato sorbet.

This won’t be the last of Camorra’s international appearances this year as Frank will be sharing his passion for Spain when he hosts a gastronomic tour of Spain in October this year. Just ten guests will experience the journey of a lifetime as Camorra brings his most recent cookbook, MoVida Rustica to life. He will show guests behind the scenes of Spanish produce markets, introduce them to producers of Spain’s finest ingredients and restaurants, and show guests how to prepare some of his signature dishes.

For those who aren’t able to take the tour, you can still sample some of Spain’s most famous produce, olives and oil, at Sydney’s Good Food & Wine Show. Hosted from 16-18 July 2010 at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, guests at the event can visit the Olives & Olive Oil from Spain stand to sample a delicious variety of Spanish olives and oil.