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Sagre dai Cais
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location_onTurrida, Pordenone e Dolomiti Friulane
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Date
June 6 – June 28, 2026
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Admission
Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Sagra dai Cais of Turrida in Sedegliano represents the revival of a tradition deeply rooted in Friuli's heritage, an event dedicated to celebrating snails—a primary resource of the local forests and clearings. This festival honors a humble yet nourishing food that has sustained rural communities for generations: the 'cais,' as these mollusks are called in the Friulian dialect, are still harvested using traditional methods today and represent an authentic connection to the past and to the land.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are 'cais'?expand_more
'Cais' is the Friulian name for snails. These mollusks are traditionally harvested from the forests and clearings around Turrida and have been a natural local resource used in humble, traditional cooking for centuries.
What is the origin of the Sagra dai Cais?expand_more
The festival was created to celebrate the forests and clearings of the Sedegliano area, honoring a humble ingredient that has nourished local communities for generations while keeping Friuli's culinary traditions alive.
How are the snails prepared at the festival?expand_more
The snails are prepared according to traditional recipes passed down through generations, reviving authentic methods and flavors of Friulian folk cuisine.
Who can attend the Sagra dai Cais?expand_more
The festival welcomes all visitors interested in discovering local gastronomic traditions and tasting snail specialties prepared using authentic traditional recipes.
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