80° Sagra del peperone quadrato d’Asti

In Motta di Costigliole d’Asti, the summer season brings with it an event now deeply rooted in the fabric of the community: the Peperone Quadrato Festival, an event that celebrates one of the symbols of local agriculture. The pepper, in its square and fleshy variety, has always been a prized crop in this area of Piedmont, appreciated for its sweetness, texture and versatility in cooking. During the event, the hamlet comes alive with a mix of flavours, traditions and conviviality: the food and wine stands offer numerous pepper-based recipes, from the simplest to the most creative, alongside typical Piedmont dishes and local wines. The smell of grilled or stuffed peppers spreads through the streets, while theatrical performances, concerts, games for children, craft markets and sports activities come to life in the squares and courtyards. The festival is not only a culinary occasion, but also a moment of gathering that involves the whole community, from local associations to producers, from artists to visitors. The village thus turns into a large open-air living room, where one can rediscover the value of the land and the beauty of tradition,