5 gastronomic festivals in Ticino

With the arrival of autumn, the cool evenings and enchanting atmosphere embrace the region, filling the air with the typical scents and flavors of the season. It’s the perfect time to explore culinary delights through tastings of local products at restaurants across various areas, a true tribute to the richness of the land and its unique flavors in this magical season. Discover 5 of the many Ticino gastronomic festivals!

1. Gastronomy festival Mendrisiotto and Basso Ceresio

Join the autumn event in October, which has been captivating food lovers for over 60 years! Experience a celebration of local cuisine with an extraordinary selection of dishes, from timeless classics to modern reinterpretations.

2. S.Pellegrino Sapori Ticino 2025

The 19th edition of the Festival pays tribute to the guest nation Brazil with a gastronomic offering in full transformation, marked by creativity and innovation. An unmissable event, from mid-September to mid-November, to explore new flavors and the boldest trends in contemporary cuisine.

3. Menu del mercato in Bellinzona

All year round, every Saturday, the “Menu del mercato” enhances the experience of the city’s famous market. In the historic centre of Bellinzona, each participating venue offers a unique menu, allowing you to enjoy typical Ticinese dishes at affordable prices.

4. Gastronomic Autumn Lago Maggiore e Valli

With the arrival of autumn, Ascona-Locarno is enveloped in the aroma of roasted chestnuts and local kitchens come alive with seasonal delicacies. During the months of September and October, restaurants and grotti enhance the fresh produce from the forests and valleys, transforming them into traditional dishes offering an extraordinary variety of autumn flavours.

5. Goat meat gastronomical festival

Every year between the end of October and early November, the Locarno valleys celebrate tradition with a culinary festival dedicated to goat meat. Restaurants offer seasonal menus that highlight "cicitt", the region’s famous goat sausage, and the authentic flavours of the territory. A typical experience not to be missed!

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