What happens when an Italian chef decides to plant his roots in Guangzhou? Four years ago, Francesco opened Ze’Vero, meaning “true” in his hometown dialect, in the lively streets of Dongshankou. His mission: to bring authentic Italian flavors to local diners. Today, with a second branch inside the luxurious LN Garden Hotel, Ze’Vero has grown into a local favorite and even a trusted venue for events hosted by the Italian Consulate. So why Guangzhou? Francesco is drawn to the city’s vibrant culture, its historic neighborhoods, and above all, its love of food. He sees a natural connection between Cantonese and Italian cuisines: both honor the freshness of ingredients as the essence of great cooking. Click the link to watch how Francesco is building a delicious bridge between Italy and Guangzhou and why he feels truly at home here. Source: Guangzhou Daily Global Coordinators: Mao Yuxi, Dang Jianjun, Chen Xiang, Xue Yan, Zeng Yi Video: Li Yilin (Intern), Wang Jianqi (Intern) Supervising Instructors/Xue Yan, Zeng Yi, Lyu Yun Subtitles Supervisor: Lyu Yun English Authors: Li Yilin (Intern), Lyu Yun Editor: Lyu Yun