Sagra di San Pietro e dei Gamberi

The river crayfish festival

When talking about river crayfish in Friuli, the mandatory destination is Saletto, a small hamlet in the Municipality of Morsano al Tagliamento, in the Province of Pordenone. Here, between June and July, the Sagra di San Pietro e dei Gamberi returns every year, intertwining the celebrations for the patron saint San Pietro (June 29th) with the celebration of the town's most iconic gastronomic specialty.

Crayfish in herb sauce

The signature dish is crayfish in herb sauce, a traditional recipe that smells of the Friulian countryside. Alongside the crayfish, the menu offers crayfish crostini, fish puff pastries, gnocchi, grilled dishes, and, on Sundays, a rich fish lunch. The Gjambars kiosk completes the offering with pizza, frico, and drinks, in a journey of flavors that tells the story of the link between Saletto and its irrigation ditches.

Summer evenings of music and fireflies

The festival is also a community celebration: every weekend features DJ sets and live music, while among the most evocative moments is the lucciolata (firefly display), and Friday is dedicated to the traditional fried food evening. The kiosks open every evening from 7 PM. It's an opportunity to experience the most authentic Friulian summer, far from crowded destinations, in the heart of the Pordenone lowlands.