Calabria Food Fest
Taste Calabria’s Infinite Pleasure
Various, stunning locations in the Montagne del Sole area
15-22 June 2025
Around a table, civilization takes shape
Travel
Roots
Discovery
New Horizons
The Festival
An exclusive journey through the heart of the Sun Mountains, from the Ionian coast to the wild beauty of the Serre Calabresi.
A sensorial voyage into the authentic flavors of Calabria. Unspoiled landscapes, crystal-clear beaches, moments of pure relaxation in lush countryside, and laid-back coastal vibes.
In its 2025 debut, it captivated exceptional guests—top influencers, journalists, and creators with a combined reach of over 30 million—with an immersive blend of taste, nature, and discovery.
An experience that refreshes the mind, body, and soul, leaving behind lasting memories.
A journey. A story. A festival.
Calabria Food Festival: The Castle Gala
A celebration of flavors, art, and craftsmanship in the enchanting Castle of Squillace, featuring talks, show cooking, live music, and a gala evening. The castle becomes a vibrant stage where the authenticity of local communities meets the glamour of international guests.
Calabria Food Festival: The Tour
A slow, immersive journey through breathtaking landscapes and timeless stories, woven together in a mosaic of unexpected flavors. “Pane di Maggio” and the mythic honey, produced here since the time of the ancient Greeks. Ancient grains and charming old olive mills. Bread and cheese to learn about—and to make with your own hands. And yet, full contemporary flair too, with Mediterranean fine dining experiences that speak a modern language.
The Activities
Calabria Cooking Class
The Greek roots of this corner of Calabria come to life meeting Nonna’s secrets. Hand-made pasta, legendary ‘May Bread’, and much more, for a cooking class with the flavors of the Mediterranean Diet
Farm-to-table
What makes the Mediterranean table truly unique? Its ingredients — and the way we bring them to life, together in educational farms and charming agriturismi, making fresh ricotta, cheese, honey, hazelnuts
Ancestral Sounds
Lira, zampogna, tamburello — ancient instruments whose rhythms echo through millennia, awakening the senses amidst breathtaking landscapes. We’ll experience it authentically and intimately
Mediterranean Nightlife
As the sun sets over the Ionian Sea, the coastline transforms into an effortlessly stylish soundscape — a blend of barefoot club vibes, golden-hour DJ sets, and the laid-back rhythm of the dolce vita
The Foods
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