Festival of the Interdonato Lemon in Alì Terme

La lemon festival celebrate a typical product of the territory of Alì Terme, or theinterdonato, whose conception dates back to the nineteenth century. Precisely to celebrate the creation of such a delicious fruit, this event is organized every year which not only raises awareness of the production process but also allows you to taste the many specialties that can be created with this precious raw material.

Here, then, is the most important information for participating in the lemon festival in Alì Terme.

Description of the lemon festival in Alì Terme

This is an event that aims to make the general public aware of a typical product like the Interdonato lemon, which is grown exclusively in Ali's territory. During the event, therefore, in addition to making the product known and presenting the many recipes that can be made with this citrus fruit, there will also be themed workshops as well as cooking show e food and wine stands which also offer other local excellences.

One of the typical recipes is the one that uses lemon as a dessert, cutting it into wedges and sprinkling it with sugar before placing it in the fridge for a few hours. Furthermore, guided tours are planned to better discover the area.

The history linked to the Interdonato lemon festival in Alì Terme

Il Interdonato lemon it has been cultivated since the second half of the nineteenth century when Colonel Giovanni Interdonato decided to give life to this fruit which grows only on the Ionian coast on the Messina shore, probably favored by the particular climate. The lemon of this species has an elongated shape and a thin peel, however the element that characterizes it most is certainly represented by the sweeter flavor of the classic fruit. This species has obtained the IGP recognition in 2009 and since then it has been celebrated every year in the event dedicated to him.

When the lemon festival takes place in Alì Terme

The festival is held every year in month of August, usually in the first half. The event is included in the calendar of events that accompany the whole summer, so the precise date may slip by a few days, given that it is not linked to any religious occasion.

Where the lemon festival takes place in Alì Terme

The party is organized between seafront and Piazza Morano in Alì Terme. In fact the event involves the whole town, so different moments of the same event are organized in different areas of the town.

What to do during the lemon festival in Alì Terme

When you arrive in Alì Terme to participate in the party you can also take advantage of the opportunity to discover the area a little better, given that there are numerous attractions not to be missed. The element that most characterizes the landscape of the village is certainly the Saracen Tower which in reality was not built by the Arabs, as the name might suggest, but it is a medieval lookout post. There Church of San Rocco, however, is one of the oldest churches since its construction dates back to the eighteenth century. Furthermore, the municipality is also known for its beautiful beaches and for spa, in particular those of Granata Cassibile and those of Marino, which are an irresistible place of attraction both for those who want relaxation and for those who want to exploit the healing potential.

How to get to Ali Terme

Those who come by car from Messina and want to reach the village of Alì Terme, they can do so via the SS114 while those coming from Palermo and Trapani can first take the A20 and then continue on the E90 to their destination.
From Catania it is advisable to follow the A18 and then the E45, from Syracuse the E45 and from Enna first the A19 and then the E932.

Alì Terme has its own railway station which is located on the Messina-Syracuse section, so it is very easy to reach the village even on the train. Finally, the connections via are always active bus numbers premises provided by the AST company.