Villaggio del Gusto – CAB Edition

The Villaggio del Gusto on the Bari seafront

Every spring, coinciding with the Feast of Saint Nicholas, Largo Giannella—the iconic roundabout on the Bari seafront in the capital of Puglia—is transformed into the Villaggio del Gusto, a hub for street food, craft beer, and entertainment. Promoted by the De Gustibus Vitae association in collaboration with the CNA Metropolitan Area of Bari-BAT, the event has become a signature fixture of the city, complementing Bari's major celebrations.

Flavors from across Central and Southern Italy

The heart of the festival lies in its food stalls dedicated to traditional regional street food: not just from Puglia, but also from Basilicata, Campania, Abruzzo, Sicily, Tuscany, Umbria, and Calabria. Farm-to-table products are carefully selected with the Slow Food Bari chapter and the Mordi la Puglia network, with options available for those with specific dietary needs (gluten-free, lactose-free). Alongside the food, a showcase of over 50 craft beer labels from the region is curated by MondoBirra.info and the Apulian craft beer network.

Music, shows, and a children's area

Every evening, the Village offers a packed program of concerts, DJ sets, karaoke, and live entertainment, featuring tributes to Italian singer-songwriters, fireworks over the sea, and flash mobs. The showcooking sessions with chefs from the Italian Federation of Chefs are a highlight, focusing on the Bari Blue Taste project regarding marine sustainability. Families can enjoy a dedicated children's area with games, mascots, workshops, and educational entertainment.

Sustainability and inclusion

The Villaggio del Gusto has earned the Eccellenza Italiana certification for traveling events and maintains a concrete commitment to reducing food waste and eliminating single-use plastics in collaboration with the Plastic Free network. The final day is dedicated to the Mother Earth Festival (the Pacha Mama event), featuring photographic and art exhibitions and the presentation of the Pino Tulipani Award, a recognition dedicated to social inclusion projects.

An event in the heart of Bari

With its sea view and proximity to the historic center and the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, the Villaggio del Gusto is much more than a food festival: it is an opportunity to experience Bari during its most festive days, blending taste, music, and popular culture. Admission is free and open to everyone.