Full of zesty colour and flavour': readers' favourite food festivals in Europe

Europe’s most “zesty” food festivals highlight how regional produce and local traditions turn flavor into a destination draw. The article spotlights Menton on the French Riviera hosting its annual Lemon festival (Fête du Citron) from 10–28 February 2027, with citrus tastings and events in the Jardins Biovès Golden Garden of Light. It also covers Veneto’s Tiramisù World Cup, a three-day competition in Treviso featuring tastings, chef demonstrations, and public judging, with set-meal prices from about €20 for two courses. In Tuscany, Gota Cotta celebrates pork cheeks on 4 October in Colle di Val d’Elsa. Switzerland’s Zibelemärit onion fair runs on the fourth Monday in November in Bern, with onion tarts, onion soup, and glühwein.