Sagra del Fusillo co' Ciurillo: sixteenth edition in San Potito Ultra

Irpinian culinary tradition

The village of San Potito Ultra is getting ready to host the sixteenth edition of the Sagra del Fusillo co' Ciurillo. The event, now established in the landscape of summer festivals in the province of Avellino, marks the beginning of the season dedicated to promoting local products. The festival stands out for its connection to local culinary knowledge, keeping the focus on seasonal ingredients and preparation techniques inherited from peasant tradition.

A journey through ancient flavors

The heart of the culinary offer is represented by fusilli, hand-crafted and seasoned with ragù, a cornerstone of local first courses. Alongside this specialty, the culinary offer explores the world of vegetables with ciurilli—battered and fried zucchini flowers—served in the characteristic paper cone. The tasting path is completed by caciocavallo 'mpiccato, a typical cheese melted according to the traditional method, and pork grilled on the spot to preserve its texture and flavor.

The cultural identity of the village

San Potito Ultra provides a significant historical setting to host this initiative, transforming into a place of meeting and sharing. The evenings of July 10 and 11 will be enlivened by musical performances that will accompany the tasting of the dishes. Local wine, produced by local wineries, serves as an ideal pairing to enhance the structure of the dishes, while the end of each meal is left to a selection of typical desserts, prepared daily by the local housewives, guardians of recipes passed down from generation to generation.

Logistical information

The event will take place on July 10 and July 11 in the historic center of San Potito Ultra. Access to the festival area is free, with the possibility of purchasing the various dishes at the food stalls set up along the streets of the village. For further details regarding logistics, the full musical program, or any changes due to weather conditions, it is recommended to consult the official communication channels of the event.