Turning racist graffiti into colorful food illustrations across Verona
Italian street artist Pier Paolo Spinazzè, known as Cibo, combats hate speech using street art. He transforms swastikas and racist tags across Verona into giant pizzas, cakes, and vegetables. By covering offensive symbols with mouth-watering food murals, the artist reclaims public spaces with vibrant colors.
A creative, lighthearted response to combat discrimination and fear
Cibo’s approach relies on humor and irony rather than direct hostility or aggressive confrontation. He regularly monitors his hometown streets to cover newly painted hate symbols with cupcakes or watermelons. His culinary theme resonates universally, creating a visual dialogue that undermines hate with appetite and joy.
Through his social media account (@cibo.oooo), the artist documents every step of his urban transformations. Local residents frequently report offensive graffiti directly to him, turning his mission into a collective effort. Cibo demonstrates that creative art can effectively erase discrimination while spreading hope across urban environments.
