A popular Italian restaurant in Harrogate is offering free main courses to Italian nationals this month as part of a nationwide campaign celebrating the country’s world-famous food and culture.

Although Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive tournament, Zizzi is marking the occasion by turning its venues into an unofficial celebration of all things Italian.

From June 8 to June 18, Italian nationals dining at Zizzi can enjoy a free main course by simply presenting a valid Italian passport and purchasing a full-price drink.

Whether they're supporting another team or avoiding the football altogether, Italians can enjoy a meal on the house at Zizzi as a small consolation for missing out on this year's tournament.

Zizzi, located on Station Parade in Harrogate, is offering free main courses to Italian nationals this month as part of a nationwide campaign celebrating the country’s world-famous food and culture

placeholder image — Zizzi, located on Station Parade in Harrogate, is offering free main courses to Italian nationals this month as part of a nationwide campaign celebrating the country’s world-famous food and culture

With over 340,000 Italians living in the United Kingdom, Zizzi is celebrating the nation that may not be competing on the pitch but continues to dominate globally when it comes to food and culture.

Non-Italians have not been forgotten either, with the restaurant offering 30 per cent off food, including starters, sharers, mains and desserts, until the end of the group stages on June 26.

Corrine Prior, Brand and Customer Experience Director at Zizzi, said: "Italy has already given the world the things people crave during tournament season, pasta, pizza and gathering around a table with friends and family.

"While the Azzurri may not be competing this summer, we wanted to give Italians across the UK a reason to celebrate."

The campaign, titled ‘Forza Italia, Forza Zizzi’, is designed to give Italian nationals another way to celebrate their heritage this summer.

While Italy won’t be lifting the trophy this year, Zizzi believes Italians across the UK still have plenty to celebrate and is inviting them to do so over great food, good company and a shared sense of national pride.

To redeem the free main course, guests simply need to present a valid Italian passport when dining at Zizzi and purchase a full-price drink.

For more information, visit https://www.zizzi.co.uk/zizzi-bites/news/world-cup