Sagra dello stoccafisso

Cittanova, a charming village nestled at the foot of Aspromonte, transforms into the capital of Calabrese dried cod with a festival celebrating one of the most iconic dishes in the region's culinary tradition. The Sagra dello Stoccafisso is an unmissable opportunity to discover how this simple ingredient, with roots deep in Southern Italian cuisine, becomes extraordinary fare through local expertise. Stocco alla ghiotta, with its rich sauce of ripe tomatoes, black olives, and capers, stands at the heart of the celebration: an explosion of Mediterranean flavours that tells the profound connection between the sea and Calabria's lands. The festival's food stands offer a complete culinary journey, where alongside the celebrated stocco alla ghiotta you'll find fresh pasta dishes topped with shredded dried cod and local aromatics. Every dish is prepared according to recipes passed down through generations, guardians of a gastronomic heritage worthy of discovery and savoring. The convivial atmosphere characteristic of the event transforms tasting into a genuine moment of sharing, where food becomes a universal language of welcome. Attending the Sagra dello Stoccafisso means immersing yourself in Calabrese culture, discovering the preparation techniques of a dish requiring patience and dedication, and letting yourself be won over by the authentic flavours of a land rich in traditions. An event uniting food and wine, conviviality, and love for cultural roots—perfect for those wishing to understand Calabria's soul through its most representative dishes.