Ossobuco and Cotoletta Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Local produce Heritage

Ossobuco and Cotoletta Festival

Two symbols of Milanese cuisine at Contrada San Bernardino

Legnano — Milano (215)
Dates 06 Mar — 08 Mar 2026
Location Legnano (215)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival

The Contrada San Bernardino of Legnano celebrates two great classics of Milanese cuisine: cotoletta and ossobuco. For a weekend in March, the contrada's covered hall fills with the aromas of Lombard tradition, featuring cotoletta alla milanese, ossobuco with polenta, saffron risotto, and homemade desserts. A feast curated by chef Pippo, in the heart of one of the Palio contradas, to rediscover the dishes that made Milan famous worldwide.

Milan's Flavors in the Contrada

The Ossobuco and Cotoletta Festival is dedicated to two of the most representative dishes of Milanese cuisine, revisited by the Contrada San Bernardino, one of the eight contradas of the Palio di Legnano (Province of Milan). In their venue at via Somalia 13, the contrada sets up a fully covered and heated hall, suitable for all ages.

The Menu

Chef Pippo, a familiar face at Legnano's festivals, works in the kitchen. Among the offerings:

  • Cotoletta alla milanese with roasted potatoes
  • Ossobuco with polenta
  • Risotto alla milanese (saffron risotto), also available as a risotto + ossobuco combo
  • Lombard appetizer and homemade desserts like tiramisu and apple pie

A Tradition That Continues

Like the other festivals of the Palio contradas, this event is also a moment of community life: the members of San Bernardino contrada manage the kitchen and service. The festival highlights the dishes of Lombard and Milanese tradition in a convivial setting, confirming the contradas' role in animating the social life of the Municipality of Legnano throughout the year. Takeaway service is also available.

Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival — edition 2026

The 2026 Ossobuco and Cotoletta Festival runs from March 6th to 8th at Contrada San Bernardino in Legnano (via Somalia 13): cotoletta alla milanese, ossobuco with polenta, and saffron risotto, served indoors and curated by chef Pippo.

From March 6th to 8th, 2026, the Contrada San Bernardino in Legnano celebrates two symbols of Milanese cuisine with the Ossobuco and Cotoletta Festival. In a covered and heated hall, guests can enjoy the great classics of Lombard tradition.

Programme Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival 2026

Opening Hours

  • Friday and Saturday: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

On the Table

Cotoletta alla milanese with roasted potatoes (€15), ossobuco with polenta (€16), saffron risotto (€10), risotto + ossobuco combo (€19). Lombard appetizer (€13) and homemade desserts (tiramisu, apple pie, €5). Reservations recommended, takeaway service available (WhatsApp 340 0558011).

Highlights Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival 2026

The cotoletta alla milanese and ossobuco with polenta, two symbols of Milanese cuisine, served in the warmth of Contrada San Bernardino.

Prices Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival 2026

A la carte dining: cotoletta €15, ossobuco with polenta €16, risotto €10. Reservations recommended.

Practical information — Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival

When

In March (in 2026 from March 6th to 8th). Friday and Saturday 7 PM-11 PM, Sunday 12 PM-3 PM and 7 PM-11 PM.

Where

Contrada San Bernardino, via Somalia 13, Legnano.

How to get there

Legnano is served by a train station (Milan-Domodossola line); by car, take the A8 highway, exit Legnano.

Costs

A la carte dining (cotoletta €15, ossobuco with polenta €16, risotto €10, risotto + ossobuco €19). Reservations recommended, takeaway available (WhatsApp 340 0558011).

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Where does it take place — Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival

Contrada San Bernardino

Via Somalia 13, 20025 Legnano

Contact Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival

Tel
+39 340 0558011

Ossobuco & Cotoletta Festival in brief

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