Orecchiette nelle ‘Nchiosce 2027, Grottaglie, Italy

À quoi s’attendre en 2027

Orecchiette nelle ‘Nchiosce 2027 will celebrate the food traditions of Puglia in the historic centre of Grottaglie, with the region’s famous handmade orecchiette at the heart of the event. The festival combines traditional recipes, local wines, craft beers, food stands, chefs and entertainment in the atmospheric streets of the historic town.

The festival is designed as a gastronomic journey through Puglian cuisine, with visitors able to sample different interpretations of orecchiette alongside regional ingredients and drinks. The organisers also provide an interactive event map covering food stands, stages, wineries and breweries.

The 2027 edition is planned for August 2027, with the exact dates still to be confirmed.

Dates des événements

Orecchiette nelle ‘Nchiosce 2027 is planned for August 2027 in Grottaglie, Puglia, Italy.

The exact 2027 dates have not yet been announced. Visitors should check the official festival website for the final programme, participating chefs and ticket information.

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Lieu et site du festival

The festival takes place in the historic centre of Grottaglie, a town in the Province of Taranto known for its ceramics and traditional Puglian character.

The event transforms the historic streets into an open-air gastronomic area, with food stands, stages, wineries and breweries positioned around the centre.

Lieu principal : Historic Centre of Grottaglie, Puglia, Italy

Cadre du festival : Historic streets, squares and public areas of the town centre

The final 2027 festival map will be published by the organisers closer to the event.

Programme complet de restauration et de boissons

The food programme centres on traditional Puglian orecchiette while giving chefs the opportunity to create contemporary versions using ingredients from the region.

Expected culinary offerings include:

• Traditional orecchiette with tomato sauce
• Orecchiette with cacioricotta and basil
• Orecchiette with seafood
• Orecchiette with vegetables and herbs
• Orecchiette with regional cheeses
• Meat-based orecchiette recipes
• Seasonal Puglian ingredients
• Seafood-inspired combinations
• Local breads and savoury products
• Vins régionaux
• Italian craft beers

The current official festival website showcases recipes including orecchiette with three tomatoes, orecchiette with Ionian cuttlefish, orecchiette with cacioricotta and basil, orecchiette with mussel amatriciana and several vegetable-based preparations.

Aliments et spécialités en vedette

Orecchiette: The traditional ear-shaped pasta is the central speciality of the festival and is presented in both classic and contemporary recipes.

Orecchiette with tomato: Tomato-based preparations represent one of the most recognisable combinations in traditional Puglian cuisine.

Cacioricotta: This regional cheese appears in several festival recipes, including orecchiette served with tomato sauce, cacioricotta and basil.

Seafood orecchiette: Recent recipes have included mussels and Ionian cuttlefish combined with Puglian ingredients.

Vegetable recipes: The programme also features vegetable-based preparations using herbs, peppers, tomatoes and other seasonal ingredients.

Restaurants, vendeurs et producteurs

The festival brings together chefs, food stands, wineries and breweries throughout the historic centre. Visitors can move between different gastronomic points and sample several recipes rather than remaining at one restaurant.

The organisers’ current programme highlights dishes created by chefs including Emanuele, Roberto, Alessandro, Mario, Andrea, Antonella, Francesco, Alessandra, Saverio and Luigi.

Participating businesses and producers can include:

• Restaurants locaux
• Puglian chefs
• Artisan food producers
• Regional wineries
• Italian craft breweries
• Local food vendors

The complete 2027 participant list will be announced with the official programme.

Sélection de vins, bières et boissons

Wine is a major part of the gastronomic experience, with the festival presenting selections from Puglian wineries.

The official selection currently includes Puglian varieties such as Fiano, Verdeca, Minutolo, Negroamaro, Primitivo and Susumaniello, with producers including Tenute Motolese, Melillo, Tratturi Reali, Li Camennere Wines, Lama di Rose, De Quarto Vitivinicoltori, Novecentoventi, Cantina Nistri and Cantine Amalberga.

Craft beer is also available, with the current selection including beers from Italian breweries such as BAP, B94 and The Hop Gang.

The final 2027 beverage selection will be confirmed by the organisers.

Dégustations, démonstrations culinaires et ateliers

Food tasting is the central activity, with visitors able to sample multiple orecchiette recipes and compare traditional and modern interpretations.

The official festival recipe collection demonstrates the variety of dishes associated with the event, including seafood, vegetable, cheese, tomato and meat-based preparations.

The wider programme can also include:

• Chef-led food presentations
• Recipe demonstrations
• Traditional pasta preparation
• Gastronomic tastings
• Wine presentations
• Dégustations de bières artisanales
• Puglian food education
• Activités culturelles

Specific cooking demonstrations and workshop details for 2027 will be announced with the final programme.

Types de billets et options d’entrée

The festival uses a digital ticket system for its gastronomic experience. Tickets are delivered by email in PDF format with a QR code, which can be presented at the relevant festival points.

Accès général au festival : Public historic-centre areas are accessible to visitors.

Food & beverage packages: Previous editions have used prepaid packages covering selected food and drink experiences.

Digital tickets: QR-code tickets are delivered by email after online payment.

Validité du ticket : Previous festival ticket packages have been valid for both festival evenings.

2027 pricing: To be confirmed.

The organisers have not yet published 2027 prices, so no unsupported dollar price is provided.

Expériences VIP et premium

Orecchiette nelle ‘Nchiosce is primarily a public gastronomic festival rather than a traditional VIP event.

The premium element comes from the organised food and beverage packages, which allow visitors to plan their tasting experience and use the QR-code system rather than relying entirely on individual purchases.

Any VIP, reserved dining or special hospitality options introduced for 2027 will be announced through the official festival channels.

Règles de l’épreuve

Visitors should follow the instructions of the organisers, food vendors, beverage points and event staff.

Digital tickets: Visitors using ticket packages should keep their QR code available for verification at participating points.

Allergies alimentaires : Ask individual food vendors about ingredients and preparation methods before consuming dishes.

Responsible drinking: Visitors consuming alcoholic beverages should drink responsibly and follow Italian regulations.

Centre historique : Visitors should respect residents, local businesses, historic buildings and public spaces.

Changements de programme : Chefs, recipes, producers, food stands and entertainment may change before the 2027 edition.

Comment y arriver

En voiture : Grottaglie is located in the Province of Taranto in southeastern Puglia and can be reached by road from Taranto, Brindisi and other Puglian destinations.

From Taranto: Grottaglie is conveniently connected by road with Taranto and the surrounding towns.

Par avion : Brindisi Airport is one of the most practical airports for international visitors, with onward travel by car, taxi or public transport.

Par train : Visitors can travel towards Grottaglie by regional rail connections and continue to the historic centre using local transport or a taxi.

Because the festival takes place in the historic centre, visitors staying nearby can reach many event areas on foot.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Visitors arriving by public transport can use regional connections serving Grottaglie and the wider Taranto area.

During the festival, traffic around the historic centre may be restricted or reorganised because of pedestrian activity and the concentration of food and entertainment areas.

Drivers should use designated public parking areas outside the busiest historic-centre streets and follow temporary signs and local traffic instructions.

The interactive festival map can help visitors identify food stands, stages, wineries and breweries once it becomes available for the event.

Zones d’hébergement

Grottaglie: The most convenient choice for visitors who want to stay close to the historic-centre festival areas, restaurants and local attractions.

Taranto: A larger nearby city with a wider selection of hotels, restaurants and transport services.

Martina Franca: A popular Valle d’Itria base suitable for visitors combining the festival with sightseeing around Puglia.

Ceglie Messapica: A nearby historic town offering accommodation and access to the surrounding countryside.

Brindisi : A useful option for international travellers arriving through Brindisi Airport.

Booking accommodation early is advisable once the 2027 festival dates are confirmed.

Temps forts de la nourriture et des boissons

Orecchiette is the main attraction, but the festival’s food programme reflects the wider culinary identity of Puglia.

Les points forts sont les suivants :

• Traditional handmade orecchiette
• Tomato-based pasta
• Cacioricotta and basil
• Puglian vegetables
• Seafood and Ionian fish
• Mussels
• Cuttlefish
• Fromages régionaux
• Puglian wines
• Primitivo
• Negroamaro
• Fiano
• Verdeca
• Minutolo
• Italian craft beers

The official festival selection currently features numerous orecchiette recipes created specifically for the event, alongside a broad selection of Puglian wines and Italian craft beers.

Accessibilité

The festival takes place in the historic centre of Grottaglie, where streets and public spaces may include traditional paving, uneven surfaces and pedestrian areas.

Visitors with mobility requirements should consider the historic-centre environment when planning their visit and contact the organisers in advance if they need information about accessible routes or specific locations.

Because food stands, stages, wineries and breweries can be distributed throughout the centre, accessibility may vary between individual event points.

Meilleurs jours à assister

The best time to attend depends on the experience visitors want from the festival.

For food lovers: Choose a main programme period when the full selection of orecchiette dishes and food stands is operating.

For wine enthusiasts: Look for programme periods featuring the largest selection of participating Puglian wineries.

For craft beer fans: Visit when the brewery stands and beer selection are fully active.

For atmosphere: The busiest evening programme periods generally provide the broadest combination of food, drinks, entertainment and historic-centre activity.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

Recent editions have presented a broad selection of orecchiette recipes prepared by participating chefs, including seafood combinations, tomato-based dishes, vegetable recipes and preparations featuring Puglian cheeses.

The festival’s beverage programme has also expanded beyond wine, with selections from multiple Puglian wineries and Italian craft breweries. The current official selection includes Fiano, Verdeca, Minutolo, Negroamaro, Primitivo and Susumaniello wines, alongside craft beers from several Italian breweries.

The event also uses an interactive map to help visitors navigate food stands, stages, wineries and breweries throughout the historic centre.

Billets officiels

The official festival website provides information about ticket packages, food and beverage selections, digital QR-code tickets and the interactive event map.

Tickets purchased through the official system are delivered by email as PDF files containing QR codes. Previous ticket packages have been designed to work across both festival evenings.

For 2027 ticket releases, package prices and participating vendors, visitors should check the official website:

https://www.orecchiettenellenchiosce.com/

Courriel : info@leideenonmancano.it

Téléphone : +39 327 334 1089

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