I, You and the Rosole – Feast of Blessed Alessio

A Village Festival of Taste and Devotion

Every spring, the historic center of Riccione Paese, in the Municipality of Riccione (Province of Rimini, Emilia-Romagna), comes alive for "Io, tu e le rosole", the event that brings the famous 'cassone alle rosole' to the table, one of the most authentic specialties of Romagnol tradition. The event takes place concurrently with the celebrations of Blessed Alessio, the village's protector, blending flavors, markets, and moments of faith into one grand village festival.

Rosole: A Taste of the Countryside

Rosole are the young plants of the poppy, a wild spring herb that must be harvested fresh and tender between March and April. Their slightly bitter taste pairs perfectly with the thin dough of the 'cassone' (or 'cresciona'), cooked on the griddle like the more famous piadina. At the food stands set up in the marquee next to the new church on Viale Diaz, visitors rediscover the flavors and aromas of the past and the culture of simple, local food, to be enjoyed on-site or taken away.

Music, Markets, and Entertainment

In the squares and streets of the village—from Piazza Matteotti to Piazzetta Parri—markets, family areas, activities, and entertainment for children, and plenty of musical moments for everyone come to life. From DJ sets to live concerts, from cooking classes dedicated to piadina to tributes to great Italian music, each day offers a rich and varied program that culminates in classic local tradition events, such as the exhibition of vintage cars and historic motorcycles along Viale Diaz and Viale Minghetti.

Blessed Alessio, Protector of the Village

The spiritual heart of the event is the celebration of Blessed Alessio, a figure linked for centuries to the popular devotion of Riccione Paese. The services, organized by the Parish of San Martino, begin with a solemn procession from the "old" church to the "new" church on Viale Diaz, and continue with masses, walks, choirs, and blessings that mark the entire festive weekend.

Why It's Worth It

• One of the few festivals dedicated to the 'cassone alle rosole', a rare and seasonal dish of Romagnol cuisine.
• An authentic mix of gastronomy, music, and religious tradition in the historic village of Riccione.
• Free admission and a family atmosphere, far from the seaside nightlife of the "Green Pearl".