Arrigo Cipriani
Arrigo Cipriani is a renowned Italian restaurateur and the owner of the iconic Harry's Bar in Venice, which has been a favorite among celebrities and dignitaries since it opened in 1931. Known for his exceptional hospitality and culinary expertise, Cipriani has played a significant role in shaping Venice's dining scene. At 93 years old, he remains a prominent figure in the city, often sharing his views on tourism and high-profile events. Recently, he commented on the controversy surrounding Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding in Venice, dismissing the opposition to such events as 'petty' and highlighting the city's historical embrace of grand celebrations.
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Arrigo Cipriani criticized the recognition as vague and lacking in meaning.
Da oggi la cucina italiana è patrimonio dell'Unesco: non solo piatti, ma un "sistema culturale complesso". Meloni: «Ci inorgoglisce»
Italy· 2025-12-10
Arrigo Cipriani is noted for treating all his guests equally, regardless of their status.
L'uguaglianza dei diritti non è da comunisti | Lo dico al CorriereItaly· 2025-07-04
Arrigo Cipriani was the patron of Harry's Bar, where the wedding party was held.
Il matrimonio di Bezos: un pigiama party di lusso (e un bacio sul Canal Grande) per l’ultima sera a Venezia di Jeff e della moglie LaurenItaly· 2025-06-29
Arrigo Cipriani, owner of Harry's Bar and Harry's Dolci, believes that the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez is showcasing the best of Venice.
Arrigo Cipriani e il matrimonio di Bezos: «Venezia città aperta e quei pochi che protestano usano tutti Amazon»Italy· 2025-06-28
Arrigo Cipriani expressed that events like the Biennale are of greater value to Venice than a single wedding like that of Jeff Bezos.
Jeff Bezos’ Hochzeit in Venedig: Streit um Millionen-Event
Switzerland· 2025-06-24
