Pasqualino Gourmet

Alberobello's signature sandwich festival

Pasqualino Gourmet is the food festival that brings Alberobello to life every summer in the heart of the Itria Valley, in the province of Bari, Puglia. The event is entirely dedicated to the Pasqualino, the town's famous signature sandwich: a crusty roll filled with tuna, capers, salami, and mild string cheese. Originally created in the 1950s as a favorite snack for local students, the Pasqualino has evolved into a true gastronomic symbol and a core part of Alberobello's identity.

Via Barsento, the gourmet village

For the occasion, Via Barsento turns into a bustling gourmet village: food stalls, craft beers, local products, and Apulian street food specialties welcome thousands of visitors every evening. The heart of the festival is the Pasqualino Gourmet Award, a competition that honors the most creative and delicious reinterpretation of the city's iconic sandwich, involving local restaurants and butchers.

Live music and entertainment

Alongside the culinary offerings, the festival features live concerts every night, ranging from cover bands to traditional Salento folk music, followed by DJ sets that keep Via Barsento buzzing until late at night. The program spans from folk to pop, rock, and international hits, with a special focus on tribute bands of Italy's biggest music stars. The atmosphere is that of a classic Apulian summer festival, perfect for families and visitors of all ages.

A local event

Pasqualino Gourmet is organized by the Associazione Gourmet Eventi di Alberobello, with the patronage of the Municipality of Alberobello and the collaboration of local and regional partners. The event is a highlight of the city's summer calendar, celebrating local producers, restaurateurs, and culinary artisans by blending tradition, great food, and entertainment. Admission is free.

Alberobello, capital of the trulli

Visiting Pasqualino Gourmet is also the perfect opportunity to discover Alberobello, world-famous for its trulli, the characteristic dry-stone buildings with conical roofs recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Strolling through the Rione Monti and Aia Piccola districts after enjoying a Pasqualino is an authentic way to experience the soul of Puglia.