Festival of Torta al Testo and DOC Wines of the Perugini Hills

Torta al Testo, Queen of the Umbrian Table

The Festival of Torta al Testo and DOC Wines of the Perugini Hills takes place in Pila, a hamlet of the Municipality of Perugia, and is one of the longest-standing and most deeply rooted festivals in the area. The star is the torta al testo, a typical Umbrian flatbread made with simple ingredients—flour, water, baking soda, and salt—and cooked on a stone disc called a "testo," placed directly over the glowing embers of the hearth.

Typical Flavors and Wines of the Perugini Hills

The torta al testo is enjoyed stuffed with cured meats, cheeses, sausage, or wild herbs, in perfect pairing with the fine DOC wines of the Perugini Hills, the hills surrounding the Umbrian capital. The festival thus offers a journey into the most authentic flavors of peasant tradition, served at the food stalls set up in the green.

In the Arringatore Park

The event is held in the evocative Arringatore Park of Villa Umbra, named after the famous bronze statue of the Arringatore (the Orator), found in the countryside near Pila in 1567 and now preserved in Florence. Amidst music, dancing, and convivial evenings, the festival combines gastronomy, historical memory, and community celebration, confirming itself as a beloved summer event in the Perugino area.