Polenta dell'Amicizia

A village lunch blending taste and solidarity

The Polenta dell'Amicizia is one of the most cherished events for the community of Moriondo Torinese, a small village of just over eight hundred residents nestled in the rolling hills near Turin. Every year, as spring arrives, the village square transforms into a large open-air dining room where neighbors, families, and visitors gather around a steaming plate of food.

The star of the show

At the heart of the festival is, of course, the polenta, prepared according to traditional Piedmontese methods and served piping hot. It is accompanied by two classics of local hill cuisine:

• Meat stew, slow-cooked to enhance its rich flavor;
• Creamy gorgonzola, which melts perfectly over the warm polenta.

The format is the simple, generous style typical of village festivals: everyone sits together, chats, and enjoys a convivial meal prepared by local volunteers.

A festival for a good cause

The Polenta dell'Amicizia is more than just a culinary event: the lunch is offered for a voluntary donation, and all proceeds are donated to charity. This spirit of giving defines the event, combining a passion for fine food with a commitment to helping others. Participating means enjoying a joyful day while making a tangible contribution to a charitable cause.

Who organizes it

The event is powered by the Pro Loco of Moriondo Torinese, the driving force behind the village's social life, supported by the local Alpini Group. Volunteers handle the cooking, the setup of the square, and the hospitality, creating the warm, family-like atmosphere that is the hallmark of festivals in the Turin hills.

The atmosphere of Moriondo

Moriondo Torinese is an ideal destination for those seeking the authenticity of rural Piedmont: scattered hamlets, vineyards, woodlands, and a vibrant food and wine tradition that lasts all year, culminating in the autumn with the famous Sagra del Cavolo Liscio. The Polenta dell'Amicizia serves as the perfect kickoff to the spring season, offering residents and visitors a chance to discover this authentic corner of the region, just a short distance from Turin, Chieri, and the Asti area.