January
Natale a Rende
Food and craft stalls bring festive flavours to Rende. Winter specialities, lights and music make this a welcoming start to the year.
Programme and source ↗Calabria, one bite at a time.
Food events
A year of food fairs, festivals and tasting experiences in Calabria. Months are indicative: always check the official programme before travelling.
An editorial month-by-month guide, not confirmation of dates or the next edition. Archive and contextual images are labelled. Check programme, admission and availability at the source.
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January
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February
February
Concorso Risu d’Azata
This cooking contest celebrates Risu d’Azata, a Lametino Carnival dish. Culinary students explore the original recipe and the traditions behind it.
Programme and source ↗03
March
March
Expo Tirreno
Scalea hosts a trade fair for food, drink and hospitality professionals. Producers and suppliers meet to explore trends in restaurants and hotels.
Programme and source ↗04
April
April
Festa di Primavera
Gioia Tauro welcomes spring with street food, local produce, markets and live music. It is an easy-going way to taste the area while exploring the centre.
Programme and source ↗05
May
May
Malto Calabro
A festival devoted to Calabrian craft beer, with local breweries, tastings and food pairings on the Ionian coast.
Programme and source ↗06
June
June
AmariAmoci
Calabrian bitters take centre stage through tastings, cocktails and meetings with producers. Herbs and traditional recipes tell the story of the region.
Programme and source ↗07
July
July
Vinitaly and the City · Sibari
At Sibari’s archaeological park, Calabrian wine meets ancient history. Wineries, tastings and masterclasses introduce regional grapes and producers.
Programme and source ↗08
August
August
Vinitaly and the City · Reggio
On the Falcomatà seafront, wineries introduce Calabrian wines through tastings and conversations. An evening route pairs wine with views of the Strait.
Programme and source ↗09
September
September
Peperoncino Festival
Diamante celebrates chilli with a market, Calabrian food, cooking shows, music and the chilli-eating championship. Food meets art in the seaside town.
Programme and source ↗10
October
October
La Bettola di Curinga
A traditional tavern comes to life in Curinga’s old town, serving local dishes and wine in a convivial setting. Check the current edition and programme with the organisers.
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October
Autunno in Sila
In Camigliatello, mushroom season brings food fairs, mountain produce and Sila cooking. Porcini take centre stage at stalls and local events.
Programme and source ↗11
November
November
Saperi e Sapori d’Autunno
A village celebration of roasted chestnuts, wine, local dishes and folk music. Aiello Calabro brings autumn flavours into its town square.
Programme and source ↗12
December
December
Reggio, Città Natale
The city-centre markets pair sweets and local produce with crafts, music and evening strolls around Piazza Duomo.
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