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Festa dei Porcu Meu (Pork Festival)
location_onMuro Leccese, Salento
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Date
October 17 – October 19, 2026
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Admission
Free
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Audience
Everyone
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In the heart of Salento, Muro Leccese celebrates one of the most deeply rooted rural traditions with the Festa dei Porcu Meu. The festival pays homage to the ancient peasant craft of pig farming and butchery, honoring the time-tested custom where every part of the animal was valued and nothing went to waste. Throughout the event, food stalls offer a hearty, rustic menu packed with local specialties, including grilled sausages, smoked capocollo, liver skewers, and sautéed wild chicory with cured pork cheek (guanciale). This flavorful journey is complemented by workshops on traditional Salento charcuterie, themed exhibitions on local pig breeding, and lively musical performances featuring authentic pizzica folk concerts.
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The event takes place from Saturday, October 17, 2026, to Monday, October 19, 2026.
Where does the event take place?expand_more
The event takes place in Muro Leccese.
What traditional dishes can you taste during the festival?expand_more
The culinary menu features grilled sausages, smoked capocollo, pork liver, sautéed chicory with guanciale, and other time-honored recipes from the Salento tradition.
What other activities and entertainment are scheduled?expand_more
Alongside the food stalls, visitors can enjoy workshops on Salento butchery crafts, exhibitions dedicated to local pig farming, and live pizzica music shows.
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