Squille Asparagus Festival

A spring celebration in the Alto Casertano

The Squille Asparagus Festival is an unmissable spring event in Campania. It takes place in Squille, a small and picturesque hamlet in the municipality of Castel Campagnano, in the province of Caserta, where for a few days between April and May, the historic center transforms into a lively stage for taste, tradition, and rural culture. Organized for years by the Associazione Silla, the event celebrates the region's signature product: the wild asparagus that grows spontaneously on the hills surrounding the village.

Wild asparagus, king of the table

The true star of the festival is the Squille wild asparagus, with its bold and authentic flavor, harvested in the surrounding woods and countryside. Local home cooks transform it into many traditional dishes, from appetizers to main courses, following recipes passed down through generations. The famous asparagus omelets, pasta dishes, and zero-kilometer specialties tell a deep story of the bond between the community and its land.

Pallagrello wine and local products

No meal is complete without Pallagrello, a wine deeply rooted in this territory and appreciated since the time of the Bourbons, produced on the hills between Squille and Castel Campagnano. Along the village streets, you will also find craft markets and local products from the Alto Casertano, an ideal opportunity to discover the flavors and traditions of the area.

Music, entertainment, and hospitality

The Asparagus Festival is not just about food: during the evenings, the historic center comes alive with live music, dancing in the square, and entertainment for all ages. The atmosphere is that of a typical village feast, where visitors do not feel like mere spectators but part of a community that opens its doors with warmth and hospitality. Hundreds of people reach the small village every year to experience this blend of genuine flavors and authentic humanity.

A village to discover

Attending the festival is also an opportunity to get to know Squille and the municipality of Castel Campagnano, a corner of the Caserta hinterland rich in history and traditions, nestled in the hilly landscape of inland Campania. The event, which has grown with each edition, is now a benchmark for lovers of fine food and regional enogastronomic tourism.