Sagra · July 3, 2026 – July 5, 2026 · Picinisco (FR)
The 24th edition of Pastorizia in Festival celebrates the pastoral traditions of Picinisco with guided tours, exceptional tastings, and a market showcasing local products and crafts. Discover traditional Picinisco dishes like frittella with primo sale cheese, amatriciana pasta with pecorino, and grilled sausage. Enjoy tastings of local Picinisco cheeses paired with wine, an enological masterclass, and a screening of the documentary 'Ritorno al Tratturo'.
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Picinisco with a menu featuring mini frittella with fresh primo sale cheese, hearty amatriciana pasta with local pecorino, and savory grilled sausage. Complement your meal with a selection of fine wines and sample exquisite Picinisco cheeses, highlighting the region's rich culinary heritage.
The festival runs from July 3rd to 5th. Here's a look at Friday, July 3rd: 📅 **Friday, July 3rd:** 🎪 4:30 PM – The Cheese and Craft Market opens at Parco Montano. 👣 4:00 PM-6:00 PM – Guided tours of local businesses, including Azienda Agricola Casa Lawrence and Il Colle, with tastings. (€10, includes shuttle, reservations required). 🍷 5:30 PM – A mini masterclass featuring three wines at Terrazzino di Antonio (max 10-12 spots, reservations required). 🍽️ 6:30 PM-8:00 PM – Tasting experience curated by Villa Inglese at Palazzo Giustino Ferri (reservations required). 🍽️ 8:00 PM – Enjoy traditional Picinisco dishes at Parco Montano. 🧀 8:30 PM – Picinisco cheese tasting with wine pairing at Castello di Picinisco. 🎬 9:00 PM – Screening of the documentary 'Ritorno al Tratturo' followed by a discussion with director Francesco Cordio, Silvia Di Passio, and shepherdess Maria Pia, moderated by Sara Carallo (Società Geografica Italiana, Università Roma Tre).