Sagra della Strazzatella - Guardia Perticara (Strazzatella Festival)

The Sagra della Strazzatella of Guardia Perticara returns for its twentieth edition on August 20-21, 2026, showcasing one of the most authentic symbols of Lucanian identity. This simple yet meaningful focaccia is made from the same bread dough, seasoned with oil, tomato, oregano, and pecorino cheese—ingredients that tell the story of a territory and its traditions. Two days of celebration bringing together taste workshops, historical conferences, and live folk music, creating an atmosphere where food becomes an opportunity for meeting and community. Strazzatella is not just a recipe, but a social practice that has characterized village life for generations. The women of Guardia Perticara would buy dough from the bakery, spread it in their baking pans, season it, and wait their turn for baking: in that waiting time, conversations were born, bonds were forged, that sociality which made the bakery the beating heart of the community. Today that same spirit comes alive in this festival, where each slice tells a story of family and roots. The 2026 edition promises a rich program with workshops for children, conferences featuring industry experts such as Michelin-starred chef Mario Acampa, a local native, and an opportunity to rediscover how authentic food keeps alive the collective memory of a place.