September 17, 2026 – September 27, 2026 · Anguillara Veneta
Join us for the 33rd edition of the traditional Festa della patata americana in Anguillara Veneta! This sweet potato festival features a food stand serving delicious specialties made with sweet potatoes, including gnocchi with ragù or tomato sauce, a savory red potato and speck pie, and lasagna. You'll also find traditional Italian dishes like baccalà and musso with polenta, grilled meats, and a variety of desserts. Explore the local producers' market and try your luck at tombola (bingo). The food stand opens at 7 PM, and on Sundays, it's also open for lunch from 12 PM. Reservations are recommended!
Indulge in a wide array of sweet potato-based delights, from savory gnocchi with rich ragù, creamy cheese sauce, or fresh tomato, to unique sweet potato gnocchi with sugar and cinnamon. The menu also features hearty lasagna, a delicious red potato and speck pie, and traditional Italian main courses like baccalà (cod) and musso (donkey meat) served with polenta. For meat lovers, there's a grilled platter with sausage, pancetta, and coppa. Lighter options include a cold cuts and cheese platter, and various side dishes like Texan-style beans, beans with onion, and both sweet potato fries and regular fries. Don't forget to save room for a selection of desserts, including a special sweet potato cake, and kid-friendly options like hot dogs or ham with fries.
📅 September 17-20, 2026: Festa della patata americana (Food Stand) 📅 September 24-27, 2026: Festa della patata americana (Food Stand) ⏰ Hours: From 7 PM (Sundays also open for lunch from 12 PM) 🛍️ Local sweet potato producers' market 🎰 Tombola (Italian bingo) 📞 Reservations: +39 340.7797937 (also for takeout, available only before service)