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Franco Neri, Siracusa pastry innovator, dies at 66
Franco Neri, a 66‑year‑old master pastry chef and entrepreneur from Siracusa, died after a long illness. Neri, son of Alfio Neri, continued the family business that began over six decades ago, expanding it through the historic bar Mokambo and the cultural project Mokambo Diffuso. He created the "Cannoloterapia" brand, turning the traditional Sicilian cannolo into a multisensory experience that promoted Siracusa and Sicilian culture across Italy and abroad. Mayor Francesco Italia publicly expressed condolences to Neri’s family, highlighting his impact on the city’s cultural life. Neri was also featured on national television, appearing on the Rai 1 program "Linea Verde" hosted by Peppone Calabrese, where he showcased his innovative approach to pastry and hospitality.
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Alfio Neri · Cannoloterapia · Francesco Italia · Franco Neri · Siracusa
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Franco Neri died at age 66 after a long illness. www.siracusapost.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Franco Neri was a master pastry chef and entrepreneur from Siracusa. www.siracusapost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] He continued a family business founded by his father Alfio Neri more than 60 years ago. www.siracusapost.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] He created the concept 'Cannoloterapia' as a brand and sensory experience. www.siracusapost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] His Cannoloterapia helped promote Siracusa's cultural and gastronomic identity nationally and internationally.
- [● 2 SOURCES] He was associated with the historic bar 'Mokambo' and its cultural project 'Mokambo Diffuso'.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mayor Francesco Italia publicly offered condolences to Neri's family. www.siracusapost.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Neri appeared on the RAI 1 television program 'Linea Verde' hosted by Peppone Calabrese.