Sagra del Salam ‘d patata

Venue: Settimo Rottaro The Salam 'd patata festival of Settimo Rottaro is an extraordinary opportunity to rediscover the roots of Piedmontese peasant cooking, where waste was unknown and every part of the animal found its use. This fascinating cured meat, born from the union of humble ingredients such as pork scraps and potatoes, represents the gastronomic wisdom of generations who turned necessity into culinary excellence. During the three days of the festival, the salam 'd patata is presented in three irresistible versions: raw, roasted and grilled, allowing visitors to discover how one and the same product can unfold into multiple facets of flavour. Every January, the small Piedmontese town comes alive to celebrate this food and wine heritage that contains the history and traditions of the rural families of the region. The philosophy of "not wasting anything" that guided the creation of the salam 'd patata remains today a precious lesson in sustainability and respect for natural resources. Here, food becomes story, memory and local identity, inviting guests and enthusiasts to immerse themselves in an authentic atmosphere where the