Cicategli e Sausicchia

In the heart of the Benevento Sannio region, Campolattaro celebrates one of Campania's culinary treasures with the 'Cicategli e Sausicchia' festival. This is an unmissable opportunity to discover how local gastronomic tradition transforms simple ingredients into memorable dishes, where cicategli – fresh pasta still prepared by hand with their characteristic ridged texture – become the perfect showcase for local sausage, aromatic and generously spiced. Every bite tells stories of ancient knowledge passed down through generations, when southern peasant cuisine was the only master of good taste. This village celebration is far more than just an occasion to eat well; it's a genuine immersion into the cultural identity of a community that has never forgotten its roots. The atmosphere is authentically southern: folk music accompanying traditional dances, local wines that enhance the flavors of each dish, and above all the warm welcome of an entire village mobilized to share its gastronomic treasures. The town's elderly are the true guardians of this heritage, ready to share anecdotes and cooking secrets with anyone willing to listen. Visiting Campolattaro during this festival means treating your senses to an authentic experience, far removed from stereotypes and deeply rooted in the territory. It's an invitation to rediscover the value of genuineness, slowness, and conviviality – three pillars that have always sustained southern Italian cuisine and continue to shine here with undiminished splendor.