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Sagra dei Pici (Pici Festival)
location_onMonte San Savino, Val d'Orcia
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Date
July 30 – August 9, 2026
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Free
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Everyone
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The Sagra dei Pici of Monte San Savino is an authentic journey into the heart of Tuscan culinary tradition. In the picturesque village of Valdichiana, from July 30 to August 9, 2026, the undisputed star will be the most rustic and characteristic pasta of the region: pici. These thick and rough strands of dough, still prepared by hand today according to ancient recipes, embody the essence of Tuscan peasant cuisine and the ability to transform just a few simple ingredients into an extraordinary dish. The festival's food stands will serve pici with the most representative sauces of local tradition: from classic ragù to hare sauce, from turnip greens to truffle. Each steaming plate will be accompanied by the finest wines of the area, creating a complete gastronomic experience that celebrates the food and wine excellence of Valdichiana. There will be no shortage of communal dining tables in the historic center, where the spirit of celebration intertwines with the authenticity of flavors. The Sagra dei Pici represents much more than a simple culinary event: it is an opportunity to rediscover the values of home cooking, to understand how the simplicity of ingredients and dedication in preparation can create unforgettable dishes. In this atmosphere of genuine sociability, enriched by music and cultural encounters, Monte San Savino becomes the privileged stage where Tuscan tradition comes alive through gestures, flavors, and conviviality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are pici and how are they prepared?expand_more
Pici are fresh pasta from the Tuscan tradition, characterized by considerable thickness and a rough surface. They are prepared by hand by mixing flour and water, without eggs, following recipes passed down through generations. Their artisanal preparation remains a source of pride in Tuscan peasant cuisine today.
What sauces will I find at the Sagra dei Pici?expand_more
Pici will be served with the most authentic condiments of the Valdichiana tradition: Tuscan ragù, meat sauces, turnip greens, truffle, and other local flavors. Each culinary offering will be accompanied by wines from the region for a complete gastronomic experience.
Where is Monte San Savino located and how do I get there?expand_more
Monte San Savino is a charming medieval village located in the heart of Valdichiana in Tuscany, between the provinces of Arezzo and Siena. It is easily accessible by car from the Arezzo area and is well connected to the main centers of the region.
What other activities besides food does the festival offer?expand_more
Beyond gastronomic dishes, the Sagra dei Pici offers communal dining tables in the historic center, live music, cultural encounters, and the opportunity to discover the architectural and cultural treasures of the medieval village in an authentic and festive atmosphere.
When is the Sagra dei Pici 2026 held?expand_more
The Sagra dei Pici will take place from July 30 to August 9, 2026 in Monte San Savino, offering ten days of celebration of traditional Tuscan cuisine.
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