Food festivals and events in Riviera dei Cedri 2026
“The Cedar Riviera is the Tyrrhenian coast of Cosenza where citron grows lush and Diamante is the chili pepper capital.”
Citron and chili pepper
Diamante is home to over 300 murals in its historic center, created by artists from around the world since 1981.
The Calabrese citron is the only one in the world considered kosher by the Jewish community for the Sukkot ritual.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Rosamarina
Newborn sardine or anchovy preserved with chili pepper. The 'caviar of the South', a traditional coastal product.
Liquirizia di Calabria
The world's finest licorice, with roots growing in the clay soil of the Tyrrhenian coast.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Tradizioni Popolari
Peperoncino Festival
International chili pepper festival in Diamante. Five days of tastings, endurance contests, and performances.
Murales di Diamante
Over 300 murals decorate the old town, transformed into an open-air art gallery since 1981.
Festa del Cedro
An ancient tradition tied to the Jewish community that selects the finest citrons each year for Sukkot.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Pollino National Park
The Tyrrhenian side of the Pollino descends toward the Cedar Riviera with spectacular gorges and canyons.
Isola di Dino
A rocky island off Praia a Mare with sea caves and crystal-clear waters.
Personaggi Illustri
Ferruccio Ferruzzi
Muralist painterCreator in 1981 of the Murals Operation that transformed Diamante into a painted village.
Lo Sapevi Che…
“Isola di Dino, off Praia a Mare, is the largest Calabrese island and hosts the rare Primula palinuri.”
Domande Frequenti
1What typical products are found on the Cedar Riviera?expand_more
The Cedar Riviera is home to 4 typical products: Cedro di Calabria (PAT), Peperoncino di Diamante (PAT), Rosamarina (PAT), and Liquirizia di Calabria (DOP).
2What should I eat on the Cedar Riviera?expand_more
Traditional dishes of the Cedar Riviera include: Lagane e ceci, Sardella, Cedro candito, and Frittelle di fiori di zucca con 'nduja.
3What are the most famous festivals on the Cedar Riviera?expand_more
Major festivals include: Peperoncino Festival (Diamante, September); Sagra del Cedro (Santa Maria del Cedro, August); Festa del Pesce (Scalea, August).
4What natural parks are there on the Cedar Riviera?expand_more
Protected natural areas include: the Tyrrhenian slope of Pollino National Park and Isola di Dino with its marine area.
5Who organizes the food festivals on the Cedar Riviera?expand_more
Festivals are organized by local communities such as the Accademia del Peperoncino and Pro Loco Scalea.