Steak and Porcini Mushroom Festival (Spring Edition)

A steak festival in the hills of Impruneta

The Steak and Porcini Mushroom Festival is a staple of the spring season in Pozzolatico, a small village in the municipality of Impruneta, in the province of Florence, nestled in the rolling hills that separate the Tuscan capital from the Chianti region. Organized by the Pozzolatico Recreational Cultural Circle (CRC), the event celebrates a cornerstone of Florentine cuisine: charcoal-grilled steak, served here with a side of premium porcini mushrooms.

The queen of the table: steak and porcini

The heart of the festival is, naturally, the dish that gives the event its name. The steak is grilled according to tradition and served in two generous portions—half a kilo or one kilo—accompanied by delicious porcini mushrooms. The menu is rounded out by Tuscan appetizers, homemade pasta dishes, and desserts, highlighting the simplicity and quality of local ingredients.

Conviviality at the local club

More than a large-scale fair, the Steak and Porcini Mushroom Festival feels like a big village dinner party. Guests focus on the food, while background music sets the mood without overpowering the conversation. It is the perfect opportunity to experience the authentic hospitality of Tuscan social clubs, where meals are prepared by volunteers and prices remain affordable.

Where it takes place

The event is held at the CRC in Pozzolatico, located at Via Imprunetana per Pozzolatico 227/229, in the municipality of Impruneta. The venue features a large parking area, convenient for those arriving by car from Florence and neighboring towns. The kitchen opens for dinner starting at 7:30 PM.

Two events a year

The CRC of Pozzolatico hosts two distinct steak and porcini events throughout the year: this spring edition in March, and a summer edition between June and July, both part of the club's rich calendar of festivals that bring the hills of Impruneta to life.