Liguria Cuisine 2026
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Cheese

Liguria Cuisine 2026

The Ligurian food and wine supply chain showcased at the Old Port of Genoa

Genova — Genova (210) Since 2018
Dates 17 Apr — 19 Apr 2026
Location Genova (210)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Liguria Cuisine

Cucina Liguria is the major showcase of regional food and wine that animates the Old Port of Genoa every spring. Now in its ninth edition, the event organized by CNA Genova brings together artisan producers, guided tastings, masterclasses, and in-depth sessions dedicated to the entire Ligurian food supply chain under a large geodesic dome: from Riviera DOP oil to Taggiasca olives, from edible flowers of Albenga to products from the biodistricts. Three days to discover, taste, and tell the flavors and identity of a region that has made quality its distinctive mark.

The Flavors of Liguria at the Old Port

Cucina Liguria is one of the most anticipated food and wine events in Genoa. Organized by CNA Genova, the event transforms the Calata Falcone e Borsellino at the Old Port into a grand showcase of Ligurian artisan production, hosted under a characteristic geodesic dome. A format that enhances the entire regional food supply chain, from producers to processors, telling the story of the link between territory, quality, and identity.

Tastings, Masterclasses, and Food Culture

The program alternates exhibition stands, themed tastings, and masterclasses led by experts. Among the protagonists are Riviera Ligure DOP Oil, IGP Taggiasca Olives, edible flowers from Albenga, products from biodistricts like Val di Vara, along with spirits, beers, and herbal liqueurs. There are also conferences, which each year focus on a specific theme: the 2026 edition centers on the link between nutrition, physical activity, and well-being.

Food and Sport: The Link with the Half Marathon

Cucina Liguria takes place in synergy with the Genoa Half Marathon, creating a bridge between proper nutrition and sports activity. This collaboration reinforces the message of quality food as part of a healthy lifestyle, and makes the Old Port a meeting point between taste and movement during the spring weekend.

A Showcase for Made in Liguria

With the collaboration of CNA Torino as well, the event presents itself as a showcase for territorial Made in Italy. For visitors, it's an opportunity to get to know Liguria's producers up close, purchase typical products, and delve into the gastronomic culture of a region with a thousand excellences.

Liguria Cuisine — edition 2026

The ninth edition of Cucina Liguria takes place from April 17 to 19, 2026, at the Old Port of Genoa, on Calata Falcone e Borsellino. Under the geodesic dome, artisan producers, guided tastings, masterclasses, and conferences dedicated to the Ligurian food and wine supply chain gather, in synergy with the Half Marathon.

The 2026 edition of Cucina Liguria, the ninth, returns from April 17 to 19 at the Old Port of Genoa, opening on Friday the 17th at 10 AM. Under the geodesic dome of Calata Falcone e Borsellino, artisan producers from the entire Ligurian food supply chain gather.

This year's theme is the link between nutrition, physical activity, and well-being, in synergy with the Genoa Half Marathon. Guided tastings, masterclasses, and conferences dedicated to the region's excellences are scheduled.

Programme Liguria Cuisine 2026

Friday, April 17

  • 10:00 AM — Opening of the event and exhibition stands under the geodesic dome

Saturday, April 18

  • 10:00 AM — Conference "I will be long-lived because I move" on longevity and physical activity
  • 3:00 PM — Tasting course "Let Yourself Be Pollinated" on gourmet beekeeping
  • 4:00 PM-6:00 PM — Professional sensory experience on Riviera Ligure DOP Oil and IGP Taggiasca Olives

Sunday, April 19

  • 2:45 PM — Tastee.it Masterclass on edible flowers from Albenga
  • 4:00 PM — Presentations of the Val di Vara Biodistrict with tastings of spirits, beers, and herbal liqueurs

Highlights Liguria Cuisine 2026

The geodesic dome with producers from the Ligurian supply chain, tastings of Riviera Ligure DOP Oil and IGP Taggiasca Olives, masterclasses on edible flowers and products from the biodistricts.

Prices Liguria Cuisine 2026

Access to exhibition stands. Some tastings and masterclasses may require booking: details on CNA Genova's channels.

Practical information — Liguria Cuisine

How to get there

The Old Port is in the heart of Genoa, reachable on foot from Genova Piazza Principe station (about 15 minutes), by metro (San Giorgio/Darsena stop), and by AMT buses.

Information

Opening Friday, April 17th from 10 AM. Access to exhibition stands; some tastings and masterclasses may require booking. Details and times on CNA Genova's channels.

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Where does it take place — Liguria Cuisine

Porto Antico, Calata Falcone e Borsellino

Calata Falcone e Borsellino, Porto Antico, 16126 Genova

Liguria Cuisine in brief

Gastronomy Wine Cheese Local produce Farmers market Science Outdoor Multidisciplinary Genova

History of Liguria Cuisine