Sagra ti li pizzarieddi

In the enchanting setting of San Pietro in Bevagna, just a few steps from the Ionian shores of Salento, an authentic celebration of Puglian culinary tradition comes to life. The Sagra di li Pizzarieddi is a complete immersion into local gastronomic culture, where this fascinating fresh pasta format—similar to small intertwined fusilli—is prepared according to recipes passed down by the community's housewives. Each dish tells stories of generations, of skilled hands working the dough with dedication and love for detail. During the festival, the village alleys transform into a grand open-air tavern where families, tourists, and lovers of authentic cuisine gather around star-lit tables. Pizzarieddi are dressed with sauce made from fresh cherry tomatoes grown locally and topped with a generous grating of cacioricotta, the typical cheese that enhances every flavor. Alongside the evening's main attractions, you'll find other Salento specialties, traditional sweets, and local wines that accompany the sensory journey. The event is more than just a culinary occasion: folk dances, musical performances, and local craft markets create a festive and genuine atmosphere, where food becomes the perfect excuse to rediscover Salento's cultural identity and share moments of joy with the community.