Porcini Mushroom Festival in Torchiati di Montoro: 21st Edition

The food and wine tradition of Torchiati

The village of Torchiati di Montoro, nestled in the evocative hilly landscape of Irpinia, prepares to celebrate the twenty-first edition of the Porcini Mushroom Festival. The event, scheduled for Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18, 2026, represents a moment of deep valorization of the local territory and rural culture. The event is organized by the Associazione Oratorio Torchiati in collaboration with the Parrocchia SS. Salvatore e S. Martino, entities that for over twenty years have worked to safeguard the community identity.

An itinerary through the flavors of the undergrowth

The heart of the exhibition develops along Via Varese, a historic artery that for the occasion hosts gastronomic stands dedicated to the appreciation of the porcini mushroom. Local chefs prepare this raw ingredient in various ways, ranging from traditional peasant recipes to contemporary reinterpretations, highlighting the organoleptic properties of a product emblematic of the surrounding forests. The quality of the ingredients used underscores the inseparable bond between the community and the natural resources of the Terminio-Tuoro mountain range.

The historical and cultural context

The hamlet of Torchiati preserves an urban structure that reflects the rural civil architecture of the Montoro territory. The choice to hold the event in this setting is not random: the austere and welcoming atmosphere of the village gives the festival an authentic dimension, distant from the dynamics of mass distribution. The constant participation of visitors from the entire province of Avellino and the Valle dell'Irno area testifies to the authority this event has reached in the regional panorama of autumn festivals.

Technical details and logistics

The event will take place on October 17 and 18, 2026. The stands will open to the public in the evening hours, ensuring access to the tasting areas set up along the exhibition route on Via Varese. It is recommended to consult the official channels of the Associazione Oratorio Torchiati for any updates regarding menus or changes in hours due to weather conditions. Admission to the event is free, with the possibility of purchasing dedicated tickets for individual consumptions at the cash desks managed by the organization.