Introduction
Genova and its caruggi are the heart of a tradition that ranges from Focaccia di Recco to crispy farinata.
The area boasts 3 protected-designation products and 4 dishes of the local tradition and 1 UNESCO heritage sites.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Here are the upcoming events in Genova e Dintorni:
Recurring Events
These events take place every year in Genova e Dintorni:
Campionato Mondiale di Pesto al Mortaio
Biennale (marzo)Genova · Dal 2007
Gara internazionale di pesto preparato al mortaio.
Festa della Focaccia
MaggioRecco
Celebrazione della Focaccia di Recco IGP con degustazioni gratuite.
Rolli Days
Maggio e ottobreGenova
Apertura straordinaria dei Palazzi dei Rolli UNESCO.
PDO, PGI and local products
The protected-designation products of Genova e Dintorni represent the excellence of the area:
What to eat in Genova e Dintorni
Sauce made with DOP basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, Pecorino, and oil, prepared in a marble mortar.
An elaborate fish and vegetable dish arranged in a spectacular composition, prepared for celebrations.
Thin and crispy savory chickpea flour cake, baked in a wood-fired oven.
Christmas sweet with candied fruit, pine nuts, and orange blossom water.
Traditions & Culture
International competition for pesto prepared in a marble mortar with a wooden pestle.
Rowing challenge between the four ancient maritime republics, held in Genova's turn.
UNESCO Heritage
Public hospitality system of Genoese aristocracy from the 16th-17th centuries.
Nature Parks & Protected Areas
Rich seabeds along the Portofino promontory.
Promontory between Camogli, Santa Margherita, and Portofino.
Historical Figures
The most celebrated Genoese, he discovered the Americas in 1492.
The greatest violin virtuoso of all time, born in Genova in 1782.
Local Communities
The festivals and events in Genova e Dintorni are organized by Pro Loco associations and local groups that safeguard the area's traditions:
Curiosities
“Pesto genovese must be prepared strictly in a Carrara marble mortar with an olive wood pestle.”
“The Palazzi dei Rolli in Genova were a public hospitality system: noble families drew lots to determine who would host foreign delegations.”
“Focaccia di Recco col Formaggio received IGP certification in 2015, the only focaccia in the world with this designation.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1What DOP and IGP products can be found in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
In Genova and the surrounding area you'll find 3 protected designation products, including: Basilico Genovese (DOP), Focaccia di Recco col Formaggio (IGP), Corzetti stampati (PAT).
2What should I eat in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
Typical dishes from Genova and the surrounding area include: Pesto alla genovese, Cappon magro, Farinata di ceci, and Pandolce genovese. Each of these dishes tells the story of the region's gastronomic tradition.
3What UNESCO World Heritage sites are in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
In Genova and the surrounding area there is 1 UNESCO World Heritage site: Le Strade Nuove and the Palazzi dei Rolli system (Cultural, 2006).
4What are the most famous food festivals in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Genova and the surrounding area are: Campionato Mondiale di Pesto al Mortaio (Genova, Biennial in March); Festa della Focaccia (Recco, May); Rolli Days (Genova, May and October).
5What natural parks are in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Genova and the surrounding area include: Portofino Marine Protected Area (Marine Area), Portofino Regional Natural Park (Regional Park).
6Who organizes the food festivals in Genova and the surrounding area?expand_more
Food festivals in Genova and the surrounding area are organized by local communities such as Palatifini (World Pesto Championship) and Pro Loco Recco. These Pro Loco associations and local organizations are the guardians of the region's gastronomic traditions.