Food weekend: highlights for 15–17 May 2026

The weekend of 15–17 May 2026 brings a rich programme of food and wine events across Italy: distributed festivals, experiential formats and regional showcases. Below are the main events to consider.

• Malghe in Fiore – Rio di Pusteria (BZ). A network of huts and mountain activities including hikes, dairy visits and botanical walks. (running 16 May–6 June)
• Miele Book Café – Turin. From 15 to 17 May the Miele Experience Center hosts literary talks, tastings and themed showcookings.
• Golosaria Monferrato – Castello di Casale Monferrato (AL). A twenty-year celebration with producers, tastings and village events focused on oil and local products (16–17 May).
• Jesolo Gourmet Festival – Lido di Jesolo (VE). A series of chef dinners and culinary events running 15–24 May, with key appointments over the weekend.
• Tramezzino Festival – Venice. Urban trail dedicated to the Venetian tramezzino with tastings and public voting (15–17 May).
• Prosciutto Bar – La Bettolina, Milan. Live slicing of cured ham paired with Franciacorta and music (15–17 May).
• Aperitivo Festival – Milan Certosa District. Three days of pairings, tasting stations and an Aperitivo Academy for professionals and enthusiasts (15–17 May).
• Food&Science Festival – Lombardy. Ten-year festival linking science, agriculture and food through talks and demonstrations (weekend edition).

Practical tips: check official websites for schedules and ticketing, book where required, and plan local transport for events spread across towns and rural areas.