The origins of Formaggio di Fossa seem to date back to the middle of the 15th century, when the farmers of Romagna, in order to protect themselves from plundering, began to hide their dairy products in pits dug in the sandstone.

Fossa, Truffle & Venus in Mondaino

Dove: Mondaino (RN)
Quando: November 17 and 24, 2024

The event offers visitors a series of delicious surprises to taste and buy directly from local producers.

The underground pits dug in the sandstone of the Mondaino Castle (Rimini hills) have always been used to preserve and season agricultural products.

Here you can discover the local treasure extracted from the subsoil, the “fossa”, obtained from the natural fermentation of summer Pecorino cheese in these special maturing pits.

The Amber of Talamello

Dove: Talamello (RN)
Quando: November 17 and 24, 2024

In November Talamello (RN), a charming village in the heart of Montefeltro, invites all food lovers to its XXXVIII^ Fossa Cheese Fair, called The Amber of Talamello.

During the month of November, the charming town is transformed into a veritable terrace of flavours, with stalls along the streets offering quality typical products from all over Italy, to be paired with local Fossa Cheese.

Sogliano Dop Fossa Cheese Fair

Dove: Sogliano sul Rubicone (FC)
Quando: November 17 and 24, December 1, 2024

The 49th Sogliano Dop Fossa Cheese Fair in Sogliano al Rubicone is an appointment with taste and typical flavours.

It is the right occasion to taste the famous local Formaggio di Fossa cheese, but also to take part in numerous side events: exhibitions, theatre shows, conferences and stands of local breeders and farmers.
There will also be entertainment, children’s activities and musical performances.

Emilia-Romagna has a centuries-old olive oil tradition, with quality products such as Brisighella POD Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Colline di Romagna PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Olive and Autumn Produce Fair

Dove: Coriano (RN)
Quando: November 24 and December 1, 2024

In November, Coriano (RN) organises the Olive and Autumn Produce Fair, with oil and wine tasting and typical food stalls. There are also typical handicrafts, exhibitions on the rural culture of Romagna, debates and conferences, music and entertainment.

Olive and Oil Festival

Dove: Brisighella (RA)
Quando: November 24, 2024

The Olive and Oil Festival of Brisighella (RA), now in its 66th edition, was created to celebrate the cultivation of the olive tree, which in this area dates back to ancient times, as the olive tree was already known, appreciated and valued in Roman times.

The protagonist is the prized extra-virgin olive oil “Brisighello”, DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) and the refined “Nobil Drupa”, which can be bought fresh from the mill during the event.

White, black or prized, his majesty the truffle can be smelled and tasted in Emilia-Romagna as you prefer! Did you know that there are as many as 12 Truffle Cities in Emilia-Romagna?

Fragno Black Truffle Fair

Dove: Calestano (PR)
Quando: every Sunday from October 13 to November 10, 2024

In the natural setting of Val Baganza, in Calestano (PR), the black truffle of Parma is celebrated with the Fragno Black Truffle Fair. The programme includes markets, competitions, entertainment, visits to truffle farms and, above all, plenty of opportunities to taste the precious tuber.

Viano Truffle Fair

Dove: Viano (RE)
Quando: 10 novembre 2024

The Truffle Fair of Viano is the perfect opportunity to taste and buy gastronomic products based on truffles, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and balsamic vinegar from Reggio Emilia, but also to see ancient handicrafts at the old Cadonega mill, which is open to visitors.

Modena’s Truffle Fair

Dove: Montefiorino (MO)
Quando: October 27 and November 1-2-3, 2024

Montefiorino – one of the municipalities (along with Frassinoro, Palagano and Prignano sulla Secchia) where the truffle of the Dolo and Dragonesi Valleys is produced and packaged – celebrates the (white and black) truffle every year.

The Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Modenese, now in its 33rd edition, offers a tasty experience of authentic flavours, local cuisine, exhibitions and shows that will enliven the streets of the city.

Tartufesta of Sasso Marconi

Dove: Sasso Marconi (BO)
Quando: October 26-27 and November 1-2-3, 2024

The unmistakable scent of truffles returns to the Bologna Hills in Sasso Marconi. Tartufesta is the most eagerly awaited and popular festival in the Reno Valley, dedicated to the king of the forest and the table.

On this occasion, you can enjoy truffle-based menus combined with traditional local dishes.

Tartófla of Savigno

Dove: Savigno (BO)
Quando: October 26-27 and November 1-2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 2024

In Savigno, a picturesque village in the municipality of Valsamoggia, during the weekends of October and November, the town’s historic shops and local farms display their products to attract the finest palates from all over Italy.

The International Festival of the White Truffle, now in its 41st edition, offers quality catering to enhance the king of the table.

Autumn Truffle Festival

Dove: Sant’Agostino, Terre del Reno (FE)
Quando: November 8-9-10, 15-16-17, 22-23-24, 2024

The Tuber magnatum pico, better known as the white truffle, is found in the Panfilia Forest.

During the Autumn Truffle Festival, it can be tasted in Sant’Agostino with quality menus and learn more about the truffle on guided tours in the nearby forest with very special guides: the local truffle hunters.

Bidente White Truffle Festival

Dove: Cusercoli, Civitella di Romagna (FC)
Quando: November 10 and 17, 2024

Every year in November, the medieval village of Cusercoli (Civitella di Romagna) in the Forlì Apennines comes alive with stalls selling truffles and other typical products. The highlight of the Bidente White Truffle Festival is the awarding of the prize to the truffle hunter with the largest truffle.

His Majesty the Truffle

Dove: Brisighella (RA)
Quando: November 17, 2024

In November, the village of Brisighella, in the province of Ravenna, dresses up for the festival of His Majesty the Truffle.

The most sought-after product of the Faenza hills is combined with traditional local dishes prepared by expert chefs in the village restaurants. On sale are the “autumn white” truffle, which has a particularly intense aroma, and the “black” truffle.