Salon du Chocolat
Towards the end of October, Paris hosts the Salon du Chocolat, a global celebration that draws thousands of chocolate enthusiasts together.
Towards the end of October, Paris hosts the Salon du Chocolat, a global celebration that draws thousands of chocolate enthusiasts together.
Over the years, this national event has become a must in relation to top-quality products for all those who appreciate good food.
The Gernika Market, a renowned Basque gastronomic festival, is held in the historic center of Gernika – Lumo on the last Monday of October.
The South Tyrolean Speck Festival in Plan de Corones is dedicated to the Italian gourmet cured and smoked ham Speck Alto Adige. During the two-day long festival visitors will enjoy a colourful programme of entertainment. In addition to highlighting Speck alto Adige PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) the festival is celebrating South Tyrol´s traditions with a broad variety of entertainment, traditional South Tyrolean music and a farmers’ market.
Girella Fair features local crafts and offers a taste of the traditional ‘girella’ dish at Plaça Mercadal square!
The holiday of the Elena pork ham is a yearly tradition and is organized by the local tourism council and the Elena municipality. The main idea is to revive the forgotten tradition of the Elenian fair that was held on Dimitrovden – a big Christian holiday.
The popular Fira de la Llenega takes place in Cardona on the last weekend of October and it is a fair dedicated to the world of mushrooms with various activities related to this local product.
Plenty of cooking demonstrations with some of Ireland’s best known chefs.
Immerse in the Southern Great Hungarian Plain’s traditions. Sausage-making teams compete, creating a lively event. Visitors savor local fare.
In October, in the Capital City of Finland the biggest food and wine event in the country takes place. It’s held at the Helsinki Exhibition & Convention Centre (Mussekeskus) and it brings together international gastronomic delicacies that visitors can taste as well as culinary experiences. It is a real paradise for gastronomy lovers that runs over four days.
“Taste the Mediterranean” is a unique gourmet and cultural Festival that presents the Mediterranean food and way of life. The Festival gathers famous international chefs and local cooks, food and wine producers, sommeliers, nutritionists, artists, journalists and foodies. A Mediterranean market, cooking shows, wine tastings, exclusive dinners by Michelin starred chefs, traditional cuisine by the local restaurants and “konobas” (typical Dalmatian taverns), music, exhibitions, and workshops are on the programme. Good food. Good wine. Good fun. Taste the Mediterranean in Šibenik!
New jenevers, culinary delights and Hasselt specialities flavored with music, street theater and ambience. This is Hasselt Jenverfeesten!
Hamrun’s Chocolate Festival: Where Chocolate Becomes Art. Explore new recipes, shop treats, and marvel at chocolate sculptures.
Seu d’Urgell’s Fair St. Ermengol hosts the Pyrenees Artisan Cheese Fair with diverse cheeses from about forty regional makers.
Experience the union between tradition and modernity of Portuguese cuisine.
An annual cinematic extravaganza in Vienna, showcasing a diverse range of international and avant-garde films. A cinephile’s delight.
In Prague Coffee Festival for the first time visitors can expect not only one day show but two days full of coffee events! Visitors will have the chance to taste coffee from the Czech and foreign roasteries either on the Espresso bars or the Brewing Bars or in the form of cupping.
Rueda DO stands out in Spanish wine-making for its aromatic whites, largely attributed to the Verdejo grape.
Weimar’s Onion Market, Thuringia’s largest festival, held in October, draws around 300,000 visitors annually.
The Signal Festival in Prague showcases light art and emerging technologies, illuminating the city’s landmarks over four captivating days.
The 24th edition of the festival features products and tasty delights from Certaldo.
The second Good Food Festival: Four days, premium ingredients, award-winning wines, visiting cuisines, and renowned chefs.
Zigante Truffle Days: A delectable celebration in Istria, Croatia, featuring exquisite truffles, gastronomy, and local culture.
Indulge in the finest Alba White Truffles at the International Truffle Fair. A gourmet experience like no other!
JESTIVAL: A Culinary Extravaganza Celebrating Kobariški štruklji with Workshops, Gourmet Delights, and Music in Kobarid’s Central Square.
Manlleu’s Festa del Porc i la Cervesa in late September features tastings of pork products, charcuterie, craft beers, and entertainment.
The Catalan Wine and Cava Fair near Barcelona is a great place to taste wine from more than 70 cellars at one of the most celebrated street fairs in the city!
Pohorje Ultra Trail: where passion for trail running meets the beauty of Pohorje. A tradition of sports and humanitarian events.
The South Tyrolean Bread and Strudel Festival highlights fresh bread and authentic South Tyrolean apple strudel from 20 local bakeries.
The Fiesta del Marisco in Galicia showcases Rías Bajas’ finest seafood, attracting visitors from near and far.
Belgrade Music Festival (BEMUS): A cultural extravaganza, showcasing world-class musicians in Serbia’s capital.