Casearia: the Kingdom of Cheese in Molise

Molise is a land full of surprises: natural landscapes, ancient villages, and above all, authentic flavors—where cheese-making reaches its peak with Casearia. Among the events that best represent this identity is Casearia, the great fair dedicated to Italian cheeses, which every year transforms Agnone, in Alto Molise, into a landmark for enthusiasts, producers, and curious travelers alike.

Molise and Its Cheese-Making Tradition

The green, unspoiled pastures of Alto Molise have made this area a cradle of dairy production for centuries. Here, specialties such as caciocavallo, scamorza, and fiordilatte are born—cheeses that embody an ancient knowledge passed down through generations.
Casearia celebrates this very heritage, bringing together dozens of exhibitors from all over Italy and offering tastings, show cooking, masterclasses, and meetings focused on the culture of milk and the quality of artisanal products.

A Journey of Flavors, Culture, and Nature

Taking part in Casearia means enjoying an experience that combines taste with discovery. Beyond the exhibitors’ stands and tastings, visitors to Agnone can immerse themselves in the authentic atmosphere of a medieval village and explore unique landmarks, such as the Pontifical Marinelli Bell Foundry—the oldest in the world still producing bells, and a symbol of Molise’s artisan tradition.
The event is also the perfect opportunity to explore Alto Molise, a land of forests, valleys, and untouched highlands—ideal for nature lovers and those who embrace a slower pace.

Casearia: Gateway to Discovering Molise

The fair is not just a gastronomic event but also a way to connect with the most genuine soul of Molise—a place where food, nature, and culture intertwine in rare harmony. From traditional cheeses to mountain hikes, from tastings to meeting producers, every experience becomes part of an itinerary that blends flavor with beauty.

Why Choose Molisole as Your Starting Point

The Molisole accommodations, located between Petacciato and Montenero di Bisaccia, are the perfect base for anyone planning a food-and-wine journey in Molise. Here, a seaside stay—among peaceful beaches and relaxing landscapes—can easily be combined with trips to Alto Molise to attend Casearia and visit local villages and producers.
A journey that becomes complete: crystal-clear sea, unspoiled nature, and flavors that tell the most authentic story of this land.

Casearia – The Kingdom of Cheese in Molise | FAQ

What is Casearia and why is it so important in Molise?

Casearia is the largest cheese fair in Central and Southern Italy. Held in Agnone, in Alto Molise, it brings together over 70 exhibitors and hundreds of traditional products. It is an event that showcases Italian dairy excellence while introducing the wider public to Molise’s traditions of milk, pasture, and authentic local flavors.

Which cheeses can be tasted at Casearia in Molise?

The fair features a rich variety of cheeses: from Southern Italy’s traditional stretched-curd cheeses (caciocavallo, mozzarella, scamorza, burrata) to Italy’s great aged classics (Parmigiano Reggiano, Grana Padano, Pecorino Romano, Gorgonzola), along with innovative flavored or smoked creations. Each tasting is an opportunity to discover the quality and diversity of Italian dairy production.

Why choose Molisole accommodations as a base to visit Casearia?

Molisole’s locations, between Petacciato and Montenero di Bisaccia, are ideally situated for travelers who want to enjoy a food-and-wine itinerary in Molise. From the seaside to the mountains, it’s easy to reach Agnone and Alto Molise to attend Casearia. You can also visit the historic Marinelli Bell Foundry, and savor the authentic flavors that make this region unique.
Book your holiday with Molisole now and experience the authenticity of Molise—where nature, culture, and good food meet.

What to see and eat in Molise: food itineraries

What to see and eat in Molise and surroundings: these food itineraries are a journey through authentic flavors, rural villages, and farming traditions, discovering the most genuine and surprising cuisine of central-southern Italy.

🗓 2 Days
Day 1 – Petacciato and Termoli
Tasting of ventricina, typical cured meats, and cheeses. In Termoli: seafood dishes, termolese fish soup, and homemade pasta.

Day 2 – Montenero and Rustic Cuisine
Traditional dishes such as pallotte cacio e uova (cheese and egg balls), arrosticini (grilled lamb skewers), seasonal vegetables, and homemade desserts.

🗓 3 Days
Day 1 – Petacciato and Termoli
Tasting of ventricina, typical cured meats, and cheeses. In Termoli: seafood dishes, termolese fish soup, and homemade pasta.

Day 2 – Montenero and Rustic Cuisine
Traditional dishes such as pallotte cacio e uova, arrosticini, seasonal vegetables, and homemade desserts.

Day 3 – Vasto and the Flavors of Abruzzo
Enjoy arrosticini, Abruzzese cheeses, vegetables, and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo wine. For seafood lovers, the brodetto alla vastese (Vasto-style fish stew) is a must.

🗓 What to See and Eat in Molise and Surroundings – 7 Days

Day 1 – Petacciato and Termoli
Tasting of ventricina, cured meats, and local cheeses. In Termoli: seafood dishes, termolese fish soup, and homemade pasta.

Day 2 – Montenero and Rustic Cuisine
Traditional Molisan dishes like pallotte cacio e uova, arrosticini, seasonal vegetables, and homemade sweets.

Day 3 – Vasto and the Flavors of Abruzzo
Arrosticini, Abruzzese cheeses, vegetables, and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo wine. Try brodetto alla vastese if you love seafood.

Day 4 – Agnone: Cheese and Traditions
Tasting of caciocavallo podolico, stracciata, and other local dairy delicacies.

Day 5 – Campomarino/Portocannone: Wines and Pampanella
A stop among the vineyards of Lower Molise. In San Martino in Pensilis, try pampanella, spicy oven-roasted pork.

Day 6 – Upper Molise: Land of Truffles
A day dedicated to black and white Molisan truffles, with woodland walks and gourmet stops in villages like San Pietro Avellana, Capracotta, or Carovilli.

Day 7 – Larino and Colletorto: Olive Oil and Landscape
Visit olive groves and traditional mills. Tasting of EVO oil, local bread, and preserved vegetables. Walk through the historical center of Larino.

What to See and Eat in Molise - Food Itineraries – FAQ

What can you see and eat in Molise on a weekend?

In two days, you can discover the best of Molisan flavors: in Petacciato and Termoli you’ll find ventricina, cured meats, traditional cheeses, and seafood dishes like termolese fish soup. The next day, in Montenero, enjoy rustic cuisine featuring pallotte cacio e uova, arrosticini, seasonal vegetables, and homemade sweets.

What typical dishes can you try on a 7-day food itinerary?

The weekly itinerary takes you through villages, hills, and authentic tastes. Sample caciocavallo podolico in Agnone, pampanella in San Martino in Pensilis, black and white truffles in the Upper Molise villages, and extra virgin olive oil between Larino and Colletorto. You’ll also enjoy local wines like Tintilia del Molise and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo.

What makes a food and landscape journey in Molise and its surroundings special?

It’s the combination of genuine food and authentic places: each stop pairs local products – cheeses, cured meats, truffles, fresh fish – with rural villages, historic centers, and hidden natural landscapes. It’s a slow and genuine way to travel, where taste tells the story of a land still waiting to be discovered.