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Aiello Calabro to host inaugural Pizza Festival
The first edition of the Pizza Festival is scheduled for October 17, 2026, in Piazza Plebiscito, Aiello Calabro. The event aims to combine gastronomy, professional skill, and local entertainment.
The program begins at 3:00 PM with a competition titled ‘Il pizzaiolo più veloce del borgo’ (The village’s fastest pizza maker), highlighting the manual dexterity and experience required in the profession. At 5:00 PM, the festival will feature Marco De Marco, identified as the 2026 Italian classic pizza champion. The evening will also include musical entertainment provided by Alessandro Cherubini.
Entities
Aiello Calabro · Marco De Marco · Piazzetta Bagnasco · Teacch House · Vincenzo Varlese