Calici sotto le Stelle

Calici sotto le Stelle in Punta Secca

Calici sotto le Stelle is one of the most anticipated food and wine evenings of the summer in the Ragusa province. The event takes place in Punta Secca, a charming seaside village and district of Santa Croce Camerina, Sicily. Every year, it celebrates the night of San Lorenzo by transforming the squares overlooking the sea into a vast open-air tasting trail.

Wines of South-East Sicily

At the heart of the event is a selection of the finest wineries from south-east Sicily, showcasing their most representative labels. Alongside the wine glasses, stands dedicated to local products offer tastings of regional gastronomy: pane cunzato, arancini, traditional sweets, honey, cheeses, and Iblean specialties. The format is simple and convivial: for a small contribution, visitors receive a glass and a set of tasting vouchers to enjoy while strolling through the village squares.

Music and Atmosphere Under the Stars

The evening is brought to life by street bands that roam the streets of Punta Secca, filling the air with live music and joy. The setting is the unmistakable village made famous by television series filmed on the Iblean coast, with its lighthouse, stone houses, and the sea as a backdrop. The coincidence with the night of San Lorenzo adds the magic of shooting stars to the tasting experience.

A Local Initiative

Calici sotto le Stelle is promoted by the Municipality of Santa Croce Camerina and is part of the broader "Enjoy Barocco Summer Fest" program, funded by GAL Terra Barocca as part of sustainable tourism development projects. The event helps promote the village of Punta Secca and the wine and food production of south-eastern Sicily by connecting wineries, farms, and local restaurants.

How it Works

• Free entry to the squares; tasting vouchers can be purchased with a deposit for the glass.
• Tasting vouchers can also be used for food samples.
• Free shuttle service from Santa Croce Camerina to Punta Secca during event hours.
• Evening, outdoor event, suitable for couples, groups of friends, and food and wine enthusiasts.