Bordighera un Mare di Sapori

Ligurian fine dining by the sea

Bordighera un Mare di Sapori is the food and wine festival that animates the Lungomare Argentina in Bordighera, in the province of Imperia, every summer. Promoted by the Municipality and Confcommercio with the patronage of the Liguria Region, the event celebrates the cuisine of the Riviera dei Fiori, combining Ligurian tradition with the innovation of fine dining.

Michelin-starred chefs and show cooking

The heart of the event is the show cooking sessions held at the Chiosco della Musica, where Michelin-starred chefs and restaurateurs reinterpret the flavours of the region. Each edition hosts a guest region — in the past, Piedmont, with great names in cuisine such as Alessandro Boglione, Massimo Camia, and Fabio Ingallinera — creating a dialogue between the excellences of the coast and those of the hinterland. Wine pairings are curated by professional sommeliers from ASPI, featuring Ligurian and Piedmontese labels.

Pesto and local traditions

Among the historical events of the festival are the selections for the World Championship of Pesto al Mortaio (Pesto made with mortar), with the presence of Roberto Panizza, creator of the Genoese event. The evenings are accompanied by live music and free public participation, in a festive atmosphere that promotes Ligurian products and producers.

Bordighera, capital of taste on the Riviera dei Fiori

With its mild climate and panoramic promenade, Bordighera offers the ideal setting for an event that focuses on food culture. Un Mare di Sapori is now one of the reference gastronomic events in the Ligurian Ponente, capable of combining haute cuisine, education, and regional promotion.