Sagra · August 16, 2026 · Canterano (RM)
Get ready for a delicious evening! On Saturday, August 16, 2026, the Sagra degli Gnocchi returns to Canterano (RM), a beloved food festival held during the celebrations in honor of San Rocco. Starting at 7:00 PM, you can savor traditional Canterano-style gnocchi, served with various authentic sauces like rich castrato ragù or classic tomato and basil. The festival also features a range of regional specialties, including arrosticini (grilled meat skewers), bruschette, crostini, mixed fried delights, and the famous olive all'ascolana. The night will be lively with performances by the Stornellattori Romani and the comedic group Sequestrattori, all capped off with a refreshing cocomerata (watermelon feast).
Indulge in a true taste of Italy with a menu featuring traditional Canterano gnocchi, served with your choice of rich castrato ragù or fresh tomato and basil sauce. Complement your meal with an array of regional appetizers like crispy bruschette and crostini, savory olive all'ascolana, and a delightful mix of fried specialties. Don't miss the grilled arrosticini, and be sure to enjoy local wine and a refreshing cocomerata for dessert.
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2026 🍽️ From 7:00 PM - The Sagra degli Gnocchi kicks off, offering traditional gnocchi with various sauces, along with arrosticini, bruschette, crostini, mixed fried foods, and olive all'ascolana. 🎤 Enjoy a performance by the Stornellattori Romani. 🎭 Be entertained by the comedic group Sequestrattori. 🍉 The evening concludes with a complimentary cocomerata, courtesy of the Festeggiamenti Committee.