Sagra del fagiolo borbontino (Borbontino Bean Festival)

Borbona, a charming village nestled in the Reatini Mountains, hosts the Sagra del fagiolo borbontino, an event dedicated to celebrating and promoting this prized local legume, renowned for its rich flavor and creamy texture. Throughout the festival, food stands serve traditional regional dishes such as pasta e fagioli, bean and pork rind soup, and fagioli all'uccelletto (stewed beans with tomato and sage), paired with crusty homemade bread and local extra virgin olive oil. Alongside the culinary offerings, the program includes farmers' markets, craft stalls, live music, and guided walking tours through the village's historic alleys, blending festive conviviality with authentic agricultural heritage.