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Festa della patata (Potato Festival)
location_onVezzolacca, Parma e Food Valley
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Date
August 21 – August 23, 2026
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Admission
Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Festa della Patata in Vezzolacca, a hamlet of Vernasca in the Upper Val d'Arda, celebrates the quintessential product of local mountain agriculture. Organized by the Pro Loco of Vezzolacca, this festival highlights regional potato varieties such as Spunta, Kennebec, and Desirée, offering a delicious journey into traditional Piacenza Apennine cuisine. Throughout the event, food stalls serve handmade specialties including potato tortelli, homemade gnocchi, desserts, and the renowned savory potato pie, freshly baked through the night. The entertainment program features live music and shows each evening, alongside Sunday's traditional Potato Exhibition showcasing local harvests and awarding prizes to the finest specimens.
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 Friday, August 21, 2026, to Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Where is the event located?expand_more
The event is held in Vezzolacca.
What traditional dishes are served during the festival?expand_more
The Pro Loco serves handmade specialties made with local potatoes, including potato tortelli, gnocchi, desserts, and the famous potato pie baked overnight to ensure ultimate freshness.
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