Europe is a feast for the senses, especially for food lovers. From the delicate pastries of France to the robust flavors of Spain, the continent offers an endless variety of culinary experiences.
Cheese Festival – Gruyères, Switzerland (Early May)
Set in the scenic town of Gruyères, this early May festival is a paradise for cheese lovers. The festival features tastings of local and international cheeses,
Budapest Gourmet Festival – Budapest, Hungary (Mid-May)
This mid-May festival is a must for those keen to explore Hungarian cuisine beyond goulash. It features top chefs and restaurants from Hungary and around the world,
Sagra del Pesce – Camogli, Italy (Second Sunday of May)
In the picturesque village of Camogli on the Italian Riviera, the Sagra del Pesce celebrates seafood with a giant pan cooking event every second Sunday of May.
Taste of Amsterdam – Amsterdam, Netherlands (Early June)
Every June, the Taste of Amsterdam transforms the city’s Amstelpark, with dozens of the city’s best restaurants setting up stalls.
La Tomatina – Buñol, Spain (Last Wednesday of August)
Though not a traditional food festival, La Tomatina is an iconic event held on the last Wednesday of August in Buñol, Spain.
Pizzafest – Naples, Italy (September)
As the birthplace of pizza, Naples hosts the Pizzafest every September, where pizza makers from around the world compete to create traditional and innovative pizzas.
Oyster Festival – Galway, Ireland (Last weekend of September)
The Galway Oyster Festival, occurring every September, marks the beginning of the oyster season. It is one of the oldest and most celebrated seafood festivals in Europe,
Oktoberfest – Munich, Germany (Late September – First weekend of October)
Primarily known for its beer, Oktoberfest also celebrates Bavarian food from late September to the first weekend in October.