Food festivals and events in Costa degli Aranci 2026
“From Catanzaro to Soverato, the Coast of Oranges is an Ionian shoreline of fine sand, citrus groves, and seaside villages.”
Citrus and Ionian coast
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Palio del Principe di Bisignano
Clementine di Calabria
Sweet, seedless citrus fruit cultivated on the Sibari Plain and along the Catanzaro Ionian coast.
Fiera della Cipolla e dell'aglio rosa
Sardella
Preserved whitebait and chili pepper, the 'poor man's caviar' of the Calabrese Ionian coast.
Catanzaro is called 'the city of three hills' and is the only regional capital in Italy without sea access from its historic center.
Cassiodoro's Vivarium in Squillace was one of Europe's first scriptoria, saving classical works from oblivion.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Pecorino Crotonese
Aged sheep's cheese from the Crotone-Catanzaro hinterland, with an intense flavor.
Olio di Calabria
Extra virgin olive oil produced in the Catanzaro hinterland from the Carolea cultivar.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Tradizioni Popolari
Festa della Madonna di Porto
Sea procession with the statue of the Madonna carried on fishermen's boats at Catanzaro Lido.
Tessitura della seta catanzarese
Catanzaro was Europe's silk capital from the 12th to 18th century. The artisan tradition is still alive.
Naca di Badolato
Good Friday procession with the 'naca', a swinging cradle carrying the dead Christ through the village streets.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Scolacium Archaeological Park
Ancient Greek and Roman colony of Skylletion/Scolacium, with theater, forum, and Norman basilica.
Mediterranean Biodiversity Park
The largest urban park in Southern Italy, in Catanzaro, with military museum and nature trails.
Personaggi Illustri
Cassiodoro
Politician and scholarFounded the Vivarium in Squillace, one of Europe's first monastic centers of learning (6th century).
Lo Sapevi Che…
“Soverato is nicknamed 'the Pearl of the Ionian' for its fine white sand beaches.”
Domande Frequenti
1What typical products are found on the Coast of Oranges?expand_more
The Coast of Oranges is home to 4 typical products: Clementine di Calabria (IGP), Sardella (PAT), Pecorino Crotonese (DOP), and Olio di Calabria (IGP).
2What should I eat on the Coast of Oranges?expand_more
Traditional dishes include: Morzello (Catanzaro's iconic dish), Pitta 'nchiusa, Cuzzupa, and Spaghetti con la sardella.
3What are the most famous festivals on the Coast of Oranges?expand_more
Major festivals include: Street Food Fest Catanzaro (spring); Naca di Badolato (Good Friday); Festa della Madonna di Porto (Catanzaro Lido, July).
4What parks are there on the Coast of Oranges?expand_more
Points of interest include: the Scolacium Archaeological Park (ancient Skylletion) and the Mediterranean Biodiversity Park of Catanzaro.
5Who organizes the food festivals on the Coast of Oranges?expand_more
Festivals are organized by local communities such as Pro Loco Catanzaro and Pro Loco Badolato.