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Sagra della crescia
location_onStacciola, Urbino e Montefeltro
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Date
August 2 – August 3, 2026
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Free
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Everyone
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The Sagra della crescia of Stacciola offers a unique opportunity to discover one of the most authentic products of Marche's culinary tradition. This traditional focaccia bread, officially recognized in 2014 as a Traditional Agri-Food Product of Marche, perfectly embodies the deep connection between the local community and its gastronomic identity. Still prepared today using ancient methods and simple ingredients – soft wheat flour, water, yeast, lard, salt, and a pinch of sugar – crescia is baked in the four wood-fired ovens still active in the village, which give it a distinctive aroma thanks to vine branches used as fuel. During the two-day festival, visitors can taste this local specialty in various forms, seasoned with rosemary, onion, salt, pepper, and oil, savoring the true flavor of rural farming tradition. The event celebrates Stacciola's gastronomic heritage, where community ovens remain central to village life and the preparation of this culinary masterpiece. Beyond tastings, the festival comes alive with live performances by musical groups and folk orchestras, creating a festive and convivial atmosphere perfect for families and enthusiasts of food and wine traditions. An experience that immerses you completely in the culture and history of this charming Marche village.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is crescia di Stacciola?expand_more
Crescia is a traditional Marche focaccia made with soft wheat flour, water, yeast, lard, salt, and a pinch of sugar. It is seasoned with rosemary or onion and baked in wood-fired ovens using vine branches as fuel, which gives it its characteristic aroma. It was officially recognized in 2014 as a Traditional Agri-Food Product of Marche.
What are the ingredients in crescia?expand_more
The main ingredients are soft wheat flour, water, yeast, lard, salt, and a pinch of sugar. For seasoning, rosemary or onion, salt, pepper, and olive oil are used. The dough is prepared strictly by hand according to traditional methods.
When does the Sagra della crescia take place?expand_more
The festival takes place on August 2-3, 2026 in Stacciola, in the province of Pesaro and Urbino. Throughout the two days, there will be tastings of crescia and entertainment with live performances by musical groups and folk orchestras.
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