Brioscia cu Tuppu Festival

The Brioscia cu Tuppu Festival in Gualtieri Sicaminò

Every summer, the historic center of Gualtieri Sicaminò, a hillside village in the Nebrodi mountains in the province of Messina, comes alive for the Brioscia cu Tuppu Festival, also known as "Cose cu Tuppu - Sicilian Street Food". The event is dedicated to one of the most recognizable symbols of Sicilian pastry: the brioscia cu tuppo, the famous brioche with a round shape topped with a characteristic knob that resembles the traditional 'tuppo' (chignon) worn by women in the past.

Tradition and innovation on the plate

The heart of the festival is the creative reinterpretation of the brioche, served in both sweet and savory versions. Alongside the classic pairing with gelato and granita, the stars of hot summer evenings, the festival offers original fillings that reinvent island street food: panelle, cunzata, caponata, mortadella and pistachio, as well as a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Special attention is paid to locally sourced products, chosen to ensure freshness and quality while promoting the local area.

Music and conviviality

Tastings are accompanied by entertainment and live music, turning the evening into an open-air street party that is free and open to families and visitors alike. The initiative is part of the Estate Gualtierese calendar and is supported by the Sicilian Region and the Municipality of Gualtieri Sicaminò.

A Nebrodi village to discover

The festival is also the perfect opportunity to explore Gualtieri Sicaminò and the Messina hinterland overlooking the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily, amidst natural parks, rural traditions, and authentic gastronomy. It is an evening that blends flavor, identity, and social connection, drawing in both locals and curious visitors from neighboring towns.