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Sagra delle Penne alla boscaiola con funghi porcini (Woodsman-Style Pasta & Porcini Festival)
location_onMercogliano, Irpinia
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Date
August 27 – August 29, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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From August 27 to 29, 2026, the hamlet of Torelli in Mercogliano hosts the Sagra delle Penne alla boscaiola con funghi porcini. Organized by the Parish of San Nicola di Bari together with the local community, this highly anticipated food and wine festival pairs the rustic flavours of Irpinia cuisine with patronal religious celebrations honoring Saint Nicholas of Bari and Saint Anthony of Padua. The festival menu spotlights local porcini mushrooms, the star ingredient of the famous woodsman-style penne. Guests can also enjoy other traditional pasta dishes, grilled pork steak or sausage sandwiches, home-style sides, fries, classic desserts, and excellent local wine. Taking place along Via Traversa at the Torelli multipurpose community center, the evenings feature live music and open-air dancing that enliven the village throughout the festival.
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The festival takes place from Thursday, August 27, 2026, to Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Where does the event take place?expand_more
The event is held in Torelli, Città a Spasso, in Mercogliano.
What dishes can visitors enjoy at the festival?expand_more
The signature dish is penne alla boscaiola made with local porcini mushrooms. The menu also offers other traditional pasta courses, grilled pork steak or sausage sandwiches, homemade side dishes, fries, traditional desserts, and local wine.
Which religious festivities are associated with the festival?expand_more
Alongside the food festival, the community celebrates religious feasts dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Bari and Saint Anthony of Padua.
What kind of entertainment is planned during the event?expand_more
Evenings feature live musical entertainment and public square dancing at the community center's outdoor area.
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