Piedim Cjarsons Festival

Carnia's most mysterious raviolo

In the small hamlet of Piedim, along the provincial road that crosses the municipality of Arta Terme, a beloved event for Friulian gourmets is held every September: the Cjarsons Festival. The absolute star is the symbol dish of Carnia, *cjarsons*: a sweet and sour raviolo, considered "a poor dish, but very complicated and rich in flavors".

A closely guarded recipe

The cjarsons of Piedim follow a secret recipe that combines surprising ingredients: cocoa, dried fruit, raisins, ricotta, and potato in the dough, two types of jam, and a touch of grappa. Every Carnic family has its own version, but those served during the festival have become a small classic, capable of telling the gastronomic history of these mountains in a single bite.

Three days of celebration

In addition to cjarsons, the festival stands offer other typical Carnic dishes, sausages, and grilled meats, in a convivial atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over the valley. Live music accompanies the evenings, with various bands performing under the marquee equipped with a dance floor, where the party continues until late at night.

A village to discover

The festival is also an opportunity to discover Piedim and Carnia, a land of traditions, authentic flavors, and mountain landscapes. Organized by the local community, it is one of those village festivals where gastronomy becomes an identity narrative.