Bread, Oil and Fish Festival

A celebration of Mediterranean flavors

The Bread, Oil and Fish Festival is a food and wine event held in Isola delle Femmine, a coastal town in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, Sicily. Overlooking the Gulf of Palermo and dominated by the small islet that gives the town its name, this maritime village has built its identity on its relationship with the sea and its agricultural heritage. The festival was established to highlight and celebrate the three iconic foods of the Mediterranean diet, which is recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

The heart of the event

Bread, extra virgin olive oil, and blue fish are the absolute stars of this festive day, held at the Piano Stenditoio del Porto—one of the most picturesque spots in the village, once used for drying fishermen's nets. Here, visitors can enjoy tastings of local specialties, discover the region's raw ingredients, and immerse themselves in the authentic scents and flavors of island cuisine.

A day by the sea

The port setting makes the event particularly charming: the backdrop of fishing boats, the salty air, and the view of the open sea guide participants through a culinary journey designed for the whole family. The festival is an opportunity to rediscover the deep bond between Isola delle Femmine, its fishing community, and the Sicilian agri-food tradition.

Organization and territory

The event is conceived and organized by the Pro Loco of Isola delle Femmine, with the patronage of the Municipal Administration and the support of the Regional Department of Agriculture. It is a project aimed at promoting the Palermo province, its food and wine excellence, and the hospitality of a village that, despite being just a few kilometers from the Sicilian capital, keeps its maritime soul intact.