Porziuncola, Sagra dei Fusilli e del Formaggio Pecorino

Among the hills of Sannio, at the end of July, Ceppaloni transforms into a temple of Campanian culinary tradition with the Sagra dei Fusilli e del Formaggio Pecorino. An event that celebrates the authenticity of peasant cuisine, where two simple yet extraordinary ingredients – hand-made rough fusilli and genuine pecorino cheese – become the stars of a gastronomic experience that tells stories of generations. In Piazza Carmine Rossi, the aroma of generous sauce and aged cheese envelops the streets, while the community gathers around shared tables in an atmosphere of pure conviviality.

Beyond the perfect pairing of fusilli and pecorino, the festival showcases the specialties that have made Ceppaloni's table famous: soft and golden fried pizza, sandwiches with grilled sausage, aged capocollo, and fresh watermelon that sweetly closes meals. Each dish tells the story of simplicity and generosity of home cooking, where there are no affectations but only intense and genuine flavors, prepared with the dedication of those who understand the value of food made with love.

The event unfolds over four days of celebration, from July 31st to August 3rd, transforming Ceppaloni into a great open-air communal table. Gastronomic stands remain open from 7:00 PM until late evening, allowing visitors to savor local specialties at their own pace. Live folk music accompanies the evenings, creating an authentically Sannite atmosphere where gastronomy becomes a language of community.

Experiencing this festival means surrendering to the slow rhythm of celebration, guided by enveloping aromas, traditional music, and the warm welcome of a village that transforms simple dishes into celebrations of identity. It's an unmissable opportunity to discover how tradition, when deeply rooted in the territory and preserved with generational respect, becomes a living heritage to share and celebrate together.