Sweet Polenta and Winter Specialties Festival

The winter festival of Compiobbi

The Sweet Polenta and Winter Specialties Festival is one of the two major gastronomic events of the year at the Circolo Ricreativo La Pace in Compiobbi, a small village in the municipality of Fiesole, in the Province of Florence and the heart of Tuscany. Along with the Fish Festival, it represents the most anticipated moment of the season for the club, which was founded in 1906 and has always been a reference point for the local community.

Polenta as the star of the table

The heart of the festival is naturally the polenta, prepared according to Tuscan peasant traditions. Alongside the classic version, the event highlights sweet polenta, a dish tied to local folk culture and less known to the general public. The menu is completed with seasonal winter specialties, warm and hearty dishes designed for the cold evenings of late winter.

Evenings at the Circolo La Pace

The club's kitchen opens every evening starting at 7:30 PM, located at Via della Stazione 1, just a short walk from the Compiobbi train station. The atmosphere is that of a typical village festival: convivial long tables, a family-friendly vibe, and service provided by the club's volunteers. Given the popularity of the event, booking is recommended.

An event for the community

The festival is organized by the Circolo Ricreativo La Pace in collaboration with Unicoop Firenze (Florence North East members section). The proceeds support the association's numerous activities: cultural meetings, literary presentations, exhibitions, courses, and solidarity initiatives, including hosting the Florence branch of Emergency. Participating in the festival means combining the pleasure of good food with support for local community life.

Compiobbi and the Fiesole area

Nestled along the Arno River, at the foot of the Fiesole hills, Compiobbi is a lively village with excellent connections to Florence. The festival is a great opportunity to discover this corner of Tuscany off the beaten tourist path, combining your visit with a walk through the Fiesole hills or a stop in the nearby city of art.