Erli White Polenta Festival

Erli's White Polenta

The White Polenta Festival is the gastronomic event that draws lovers of good food to Erli every summer, a small village in the Val Neva in the province of Savona. The event, with over twenty years of history, is organised by the Pro Loco Val di Neva Erli and is held at the village's Sports Field.

A Unique Dish

Erli's white polenta is different from classic yellow polenta: it is made with a mixture of potatoes, wheat flour, and water, spread on a wooden board and cut into slices. The traditional topping is based on cream, leeks, dried porcini mushrooms, and pine nuts, for a creamy and flavourful result. Alongside the main dish, stands offer other specialities of Ligurian tradition.

Two Evenings of Celebration

The festival unfolds over two evenings of good food, live music, and conviviality, with gastronomic stands open from the evening. A village event that brings the community and visitors together around the table.

Erli and the Val Neva

Recognised among the Authentic Ligurian Events, the festival showcases a charming territory: Erli, whose origins are legendarily linked to the Eruli people, is located along the ancient salt route, not far from the Arma Veirana cave, where a Mesolithic burial dating back about 10,000 years was found. A perfect destination for those seeking the authenticity of the Savona hinterland.