Food

Sun-splashed towns, ancient olive groves and baroque hilltops: Puglia is a region where tradition is lived as much as it’s observed. In 2026, spring processions, summer music and harvest gatherings unfold against the Adriatic and Ionian seas, inviting travellers to experience the region’s food, folklore and faith in a deeply local way. This 2026 Puglia events calendar weaves together the region’s most compelling moments, from early spring to winter lights, with the cultural context that makes each one meaningful.

Sample sensational food and wine at sagre in Puglia and Sicily this autumn. Find out more about attending a sagra in Italy and where to stay here.

We uncover Puglia's fascinating network of underground olive oil presses carved out below Salento's surface, many of which can be visited today.

Pasta may be one of the world’s best-loved and most ubiquitous foods, but how much do you know about pasta in Sicily and Puglia? Why is the pasta there so different to that found in the north of Italy? And what are some of the two regions’ speciality pastas? Head below and become a pasta master.

Puglia's cuisine is full of goodness and authenticity, a pure expression of tradition. See our recipes to create the Puglian experience for yourself.

Puglia, Italy's sun-drenched heel, offers some of the country's most authentic and extraordinary dining experiences. From Michelin-starred establishments to charming family-run trattorias, the best restaurants in Puglia showcase the region's exceptional agricultural heritage through dishes that celebrate locally-sourced ingredients and time-honoured culinary traditions. This comprehensive guide reveals the finest restaurants across Puglia's most enchanting destinations, ensuring your culinary journey through this remarkable region is nothing short of extraordinary.