Gemona, formaggio… e dintorni

Gemona del Friuli transforms into a celebration of Friuli's cheesemaking tradition with the event ‹Gemona, formaggio… e dintorni›, an unmissable celebration dedicated to local dairy excellence. On November 8th and 9th, 2026, this enchanting Friuli Venezia Giulia village hosts two intense days of food and wine festivities, where visitors can immerse themselves in a complete sensory experience featuring tastings of fresh and aged cheeses, pairings with fine wines, artisanal honeys, and typical jams. Gemona's squares come alive with stands and markets that transform the historic center into a vibrant hub of discovery and encounter. Here you can meet local producers directly and deepen your knowledge of Friuli's most renowned cheeses: from stretched-curd varieties to aged wheels, from fresh ricotta to traditional caciotta. Each producer shares their story and the distinctive features that set the region's different cheese types apart. The event offers a unique opportunity to participate in interactive workshops led by experts and cheesemakers who reveal the secrets of milk processing, traditional cheesemaking techniques, and the processes that transform a simple ingredient into a gastronomic work of art. Thematic exhibitions, guided tastings, and live performances complete the program, creating a fascinating journey through taste, culture, and artisanal tradition. Music, welcoming atmosphere, and authentic Friuli hospitality will guide you in discovering genuine flavors and deep-rooted food and wine traditions. An unmissable event for those who love good food, local craftsmanship, and want to understand the gastronomic identity of the Friuli region.