I giorni del Melgotto

The Days of Melgotto represent a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culinary and agricultural traditions of Val Seriana, in the heart of Bergamo's Lombardy. Gandino, a small municipality that has made corn processing a fundamental part of its cultural identity, opens its doors to a festival celebrating centuries of farming wisdom and genuine ingredients. During the ten-day event (September 24 - October 4, 2026), melgotto takes center stage: that distinctive preparation that embodies the inseparable bond between the territory and its resources, capable of bringing generations together around the table. Corn is one of the fundamental pillars of Bergamo cuisine. The Days of Melgotto is not simply a food festival, but a true journey through time via the authentic flavors of tradition. Among the specialties you can taste: polenta taragna, casoeula (traditional stew), polenta e osei, corn cake, and a selection of Bergamo PDO cheeses accompanied by the finest wines of the region (Moscato di Scanzo and Valcalepio). Participating means rediscovering the value of the community's agricultural roots, understanding how a simple ingredient can transform into culture, identity, and gastronomic heritage. Val Seriana awaits you for a celebration that honors the past without forgetting the present, where tradition becomes an experience to be lived with all your senses.