In Cagliari, everything is ready for the 13th edition of the Fish Festival , in the Sant'Elia district. A weekend – that of 5 and 6 August – which celebrates the historical and cultural roots of the city, and does so starting from the table .

The event was presented today at the Lazzaretto, an art and culture centre. For the municipal councilor for productive activities and tourism, Alessandro Sorgia , «the festival is much more than a simple gastronomic event. It represents a unique opportunity to honor the tradition of local fishermen and strengthen our community's bond with the sea, which has played a crucial role in Cagliari's history and identity."

The event, organized by the old village of Sant'Elia fish festival association, provides for a weekend of celebration and conviviality. «Visitors will have the opportunity to delight themselves with delicacies, prepared with skill and dedication by a hundred volunteers. And whether they are fried (1,500 kg) or roasted (1,200), they will all be based on fresh fish from the Gulf. It will also be a party dedicated to inclusiveness, also designed for people with disabilities who will be served at the table», the organizers say. More than a thousand seats. The participation of local artists and musicians is also expected, who will entertain those present by transporting them to an authentic and engaging atmosphere.

(Unioneonline/vf)