Sagra della Focaccetta

The hamlet of Quercia, part of the municipality of Aulla, hosts the summer edition of the Sagra della Focaccetta, organized by the Pro Loco La Quercia d'Oro. Over two celebratory weekends, the alleys of this ancient village transform into an open-air dining hall celebrating local culinary traditions. The undeniable stars of the feast are the traditional focaccette, handmade from a blend of type 0 wheat flour and finely ground cornmeal from local mills. Served piping hot, they come filled with creamy cheeses like stracchino, gorgonzola, and fresh cow's milk cheese, or paired with flavorful cured meats including lardo, pancetta, and mortadella. The generous menu also features other local classics, such as handmade tagliatelle with tomato and basil sauce, traditional testaroli with pesto or olive oil and cheese, plus grilled pork ribs and sausages. Rounding out the meal are traditional desserts like Ricciolina cake, lemon cake, buccellato, and fruit tarts. The entire event is plastic-free, with water, wine, and table service stations set up in Piazza San Francesco.