
Food FestivalOctober
Elogio della bionda
location_onVillanova d'Asti, Monferrato
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Date
October 3 – October 5, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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Elogio della Bionda is an authentic celebration of the Piedmontese blonde chicken, a poultry breed representing the gastronomic excellence of the Villanova d'Asti territory. This bird, with its rich and delicate flavored meat, has become over the decades a symbol of local cuisine, appreciated by chefs and food enthusiasts for the superior quality that distinguishes every dish. During the three days of the festival, visitors will discover how this extraordinary ingredient is transformed into traditional dishes, often accompanied by fresh vegetables grown in the surrounding area. The event offers far more than a simple culinary experience: it is a complete immersion in Piedmontese food and wine culture. Alongside gastronomic stands where you can savor local specialties, street food areas allow you to enjoy innovative reinterpretations of traditional dishes, while exhibitions dedicated to the chicken breed explore the historical and biological aspects of this rural heritage. Cultural moments, enlivened by concerts with choirs and other performances, create a festive and engaging atmosphere. Perfect for families and food and wine enthusiasts, the festival pays particular attention to children as well, with playful activities and entertainment that transform the fair into an occasion for fun for everyone. Villanova d'Asti thus prepares to welcome visitors from all over Italy, uniting tradition, authentic flavors, and conviviality in a celebration that is not merely a festival, but a living testimony to a culinary heritage to be preserved and passed down.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main culinary specialties I will find at Elogio della Bionda?expand_more
The festival primarily celebrates dishes based on Piedmontese blonde chicken, a breed renowned for the quality of its meat. You will be able to taste traditional preparations from Piedmontese cuisine accompanied by fresh vegetables from the local area, as well as innovative reinterpretations at the street food areas and other local specialties.
Are there activities for children during the festival?expand_more
Yes, the festival is family-friendly and offers various playful activities and entertainment designed for children, allowing them to enjoy the fair in a fun and engaging way alongside their parents.
What cultural and musical events are planned?expand_more
Beyond the gastronomic stands, the festival is enriched by exhibitions dedicated to the Piedmontese blonde chicken breed and cultural moments that include concerts with choirs and other performances that create a festive and engaging atmosphere.
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