Caccamo Sausage Festival (Pasqualora)

A feast of flavor in the heart of Norman Sicily

The Sausage Festival is one of the most anticipated gastronomic events in the Termini Imerese district and the entire Palermo metropolitan area. It takes place every October in the historic center of Caccamo (Province of Palermo, Sicily), a medieval village dominated by one of the island's most imposing castles. For two days, the town transforms into a grand culinary trail where food and wine traditions intertwine with culture, music, and historical re-enactments.

The pasqualora, queen of the festival

The absolute star is the pasqualora caccamese, a dry-cured sausage recognized as a Slow Food product of Sicily. Its name tells an ancient story: it originated from the practice of using specific cuts of pork slaughtered during the Easter period, which were then stuffed and consumed in the following months. Prepared with prime cuts of pork and seasoned with wild fennel seeds, salt, and pepper, it offers a unique taste and aroma. During the festival, numerous charcoal grilling stations set up along the village streets allow visitors to taste it alongside other local specialties.

Culture, entertainment, and tradition

The festival is about more than just gastronomy. Between Via Termitana, Porta Euracea, and the squares of the historic center, you will find historical pageants, performances by folk groups, the "Città di Caccamo" Flag-wavers, and drummers in period costumes. Various entertainment areas host storytellers, musicians, DJ sets, and street performers, while traditional games, animation, and children's dances are organized for the little ones. The medieval Castle, the Cathedral, and historic churches remain open for guided tours, offering a chance to discover the village's artistic heritage.

A community event

The event is organized by the Pro Loco Caccamo "Giorgio Ponte" APS in collaboration with A.M.A. Caccamo (Butchers' Association) and ConfArtigianato, with the support of the Municipality of Caccamo. Admission to the festival and all events is free: you only pay for what you choose to eat and drink at the food stalls. It is the perfect opportunity to combine a trip to one of Sicily's most fascinating medieval villages with the pleasure of fine dining.