StranGusto – Street Food Festival

A feast of flavours in the heart of Ciociaria

StranGusto – Street Food Festival is the summer highlight that brings Strangolagalli, a small town in the Frosinone province of Southern Lazio, to life. Launched in 2022 by the local Pro Loco, the event has grown year after year to become one of the most anticipated dates in the Ciociaria summer calendar. For two consecutive evenings, Piazza Elena and the surrounding streets fill with enticing aromas, music, and long communal tables, creating a vibrant open-air dining experience.

Italian and international street food

The heart of the festival lies in its food stalls and trucks, which serve freshly prepared specialities. The menu across various editions has ranged from Italian street food classics to international influences:

• Charcoal-grilled lamb arrosticini;
• Warm porchetta and tripe in tomato sauce;
• Fried pizzas, panzerotti, and gnocco fritto with mortadella;
• Fried shrimp cones and caciocavallo cheese;
• Pasta dishes like tortiglioni with truffle carbonara;
• Sweet crêpes, pastries, and candy floss;
• Craft beers and sangria to wash it all down.

The selection celebrates local products and street food culture, with a special focus on the gastronomic traditions of the Ciociaria region.

Live music and entertainment

StranGusto is about more than just food: every evening, the stage in Piazza Elena hosts concerts, cover bands, and DJ sets that keep the crowd dancing until late. Past editions have featured tributes to iconic Italian music stars and high-energy DJ sets, while inflatables and entertainment ensure the festival is perfect for families and children.

Art in the square: the painting competition

Alongside the food and music, the event has also hosted an open-air painting competition in memory of Franco Tomassi. Artists and enthusiasts paint en plein air throughout the village streets, adding a cultural dimension to the festival and capturing the picturesque corners of Strangolagalli on canvas.

Strangolagalli, a village to discover

Strangolagalli is a hilltop village of just over two thousand residents overlooking the Liri Valley, in the heart of Ciociaria. Attending StranGusto is the perfect excuse to explore the historic centre, enjoy the sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, and experience the genuine hospitality of the Frosinone area, a region rich in festivals and folk traditions that animate the province every summer.

An event organised by the Pro Loco

The festival is managed by the Pro Loco Strangolagalli, with the support of local volunteers and businesses. Entry is free, and food and drinks are purchased directly from the stalls—a simple, convivial formula that has ensured the success of the event, which reaches its fifth edition in 2026.