Festa dell'agnolotto e della tinca in carpione

In the heart of the Astigiano region, in Cantarana, the Festa dell'Agnolotto e della Tinca in Carpione celebrates two jewels of Piedmontese gastronomy that embody centuries of culinary tradition. Agnolotti, with their generous fillings and hand-stretched pasta made according to ancient local recipes, meet tench in carpione—a dish that tells the story of our ancestors' ingenuity in preserving freshwater fish and transforming it into a delicacy with an unmistakable sweet-and-sour flavour. This festival represents far more than a simple gastronomic celebration: it is a journey through the cultural roots of Piedmont, where every course tells stories of fertile lands, generous rivers, and wisdom passed down through generations. Gastronomic stalls transform into convivial tables where food becomes an occasion for sharing, accompanied by local wines that enhance every flavour and create that magical harmony between territory and palate. From 7 to 10 August, Cantarana fills with the special atmosphere that characterises country festivals: music, lively gatherings, laughter, and the genuine pleasure of rediscovering authentic recipes. An unmissable opportunity to taste the essence of Piedmontese cuisine and understand how tradition continues to live through food.