Autumn in Delianuova is a triumph of flavors and traditions—an authentic journey through ancient tastes and living heritage, immersed in a landscape that enchants the soul.

When the Aspromonte mountains dress in warm autumn colors, Delianuova transforms into a stage of unique scents. The air fills with the intense aroma of local wild mushrooms, renowned for their unmistakable flavor.

As the season progresses, the surrounding countryside comes alive with the olive harvest, the prelude to the production of extra virgin olive oil, which has always held the essence of this land. In ancient times, mushrooms, oil, and chestnuts were the beating heart of the local economy, used as currency with merchants arriving from the Gioia Tauro Plain. Today, these natural treasures are celebrated at “La Vecchia Segheria” and “Lo Chalet” restaurants, where Deliese culinary tradition shines.

Autumn Fests:

• The Saint Archangel Fair (Fiera di Sant’Arcangelo – Last Sunday of October): A dive into the rural past, where old-world trade routes revive among the market stalls, packed with typical products and traditional sweets.
• The Feast of Saint Nicholas (Festa di San Nicola – December 6): Celebrated in Pedavoli at the church of the same name. Following the mass, the traditional distribution of chickpeas takes place—a gesture of sharing deeply rooted in local history. This simple food, a symbol of humility and abundance, is offered to the faithful, uniting the community.