Sagra · October 18, 2026 · Borzonasca (GE)
Agricasta in Borzonasca celebrates chestnuts and traditional "Merende del Contadino" (Farmer's Snacks), offering a rich program of gastronomy, live cooking shows, and local products. The event features entertainment for children, live music, and cultural exhibitions, culminating in the free distribution of "rostie."
Indulge in the star of the show: delicious chestnuts, prepared in various ways. Don't miss the "Merende del Contadino," a delightful array of sweet and savory farmer's snacks, perfect for a taste of local tradition. And be sure to grab some free "rostie," a beloved street food specialty!
📅 October 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM: Explore gastronomy and "Merende del Contadino," both sweet and savory, throughout the main streets and squares of the town. Discover something new at Sala San Rocco with a show cooking experience blending memory, contemporary flavors, and future culinary trends. Browse various exhibitors selling local products. Enjoy entertainment including games for children, donkey rides from Val d'Aveto, and the traditional 'Albero della cuccagna' (Greasy Pole). A wooden playground with over 50 attractions will also be available. Groove to Live Music with I Paradigma. Immerse yourself in cultural displays with a mycological exhibition by Parco dell'Aveto and the "E. Grasso" Mycological group of Rapallo, along with various art and photography exhibitions. Explore exhibitions on the Resistance by sculptor Neonato at the Gypsoteca Comunale (plaster casts) and the Piccolo Polo Museale - IAT (paintings). Don't miss the FREE distribution of "rostie" at various points throughout the town. 📅 October 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM: Join a Guided Tour of the Borzone Abbey. Meeting point: Borzonasca sports field. Limited spots available – participation by reservation.