Festa del Branda e della Cucina Tipica
The Brandacujun and the flavours of the hinterland in Rezzo
About Festa del Branda
The Brandacujun, king of the table
In Rezzo, in the upper Arroscia Valley in the province of Imperia, the Festa del Branda e della Cucina Tipica celebrates one of the most iconic dishes of western Liguria: Brandacujun, cod and potatoes creamed with oil, garlic, and parsley until a flavourful paste is obtained. A simple but flavourful dish that tells the story of Ligurian hinterland cuisine.
Zero-kilometre flavours
In addition to branda, the stands of the Pro Loco of Rezzo at Giardini La Pagoda offer local appetizers, cheeses, Vessalico garlic (a valley heritage product), and local DOC and IGT wines. The festival promotes zero-kilometre products and the authentic flavours of the Arroscia Valley.
An authentic event
The event is listed among the Authentic Ligurian Events, an award from the Liguria Region for festivals linked to a typical product and a solid historical foundation. Together with the Trout Festival, the Festa del Branda is one of the events that make Rezzo a benchmark for the gastronomy of the Imperia hinterland.
Festa del Branda — edition 2026
For 2026, the Festa del Branda e della Cucina Tipica is scheduled for June 20 at Giardini La Pagoda in Rezzo, as part of the regional calendar of Authentic Ligurian Events. The star dish is Brandacujun (creamed cod and potatoes), accompanied by local appetizers, cheeses, Vessalico garlic, and local DOC and IGT wines from the valley. Details on timings will be announced by the Pro Loco closer to the event.
Programme Festa del Branda 2026
June 20
- Opening of the stands at Giardini La Pagoda
- Brandacujun (creamed cod and potatoes)
- Local appetizers, cheeses, Vessalico garlic
- Local DOC and IGT wines
Highlights Festa del Branda 2026
Prices Festa del Branda 2026
Practical information — Festa del Branda
How to get here
By car: from the Imperia coast, take the Arroscia Valley along the SS28, then turn off for Rezzo. By train: Imperia station, then take a bus towards the hinterland.
Information
Municipality of Rezzo, tel. +39 0183 34015. Food and drinks available at the stands at Giardini La Pagoda.
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Where does it take place — Festa del Branda
Rezzo, Giardini La Pagoda
Giardini La Pagoda, 18026 Rezzo