There is a summer in Puglia that is not just about the sea, but smells of bread, wind, and written pages. It is that season when literature and fine dining meet, creating a unique and unrepeatable alchemy. In Polignano a Mare, this magic comes to life thanks to “Il Libro Possibile”, the festival that turns words into experiences. This year, our BROS’ family will take the stage to tell the story of our land not only through dishes, but with the voices and stories that define our regional culinary identity, in a talk that promises to move you.
- Date: July 9, 2026
- Time: 20:00 – 20:30
- Location: Largo Gelso, Lungomare Domenico Modugno (Polignano a Mare)
- Speakers: Francesco Paolicelli, Floriano Pellegrino, Gerardo Centoducati
- Access: Ticketed entry
Il Libro Possibile: Culture and Gastronomy on the Polignano Waterfront
Talking about food outdoors, with the sound of the waves in the background, completely changes the meaning of words. “Il Libro Possibile” has always had this magic: turning culture into a live, shared experience. The evocative Lungomare Domenico Modugno thus becomes the ideal stage for an authentic exchange. We are not in a closed room, but in the square, in contact with a passionate audience breathing the same air as our territory. Uniting literary debate with high-end food and wine here means returning food to its true nature: a social and cultural act. To discover all the appointments of this edition, we invite you to consult the Il Libro Possibile program.
Puglia Nel Piatto: Identity, Stories, and the Future of a Land That Tastes Good
“Puglia Nel Piatto” is much more than a talk: it is the beating heart of our research. There will be no simple culinary demonstrations, but a profound and sincere debate on what truly makes our region unique. We will try to dissect the Pugliese identity, going beyond the clichés of food and wine tourism. Doing this will be three authoritative and complementary voices: Francesco Paolicelli, Floriano Pellegrino, and Gerardo Centoducati. Together, they will interweave their perspectives to tell how local products, peasant memory, and innovation merge, looking courageously toward the future of a cuisine that tastes good.
The Evening Program
Below is the summary table of the appointment:
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointment | Talk “Puglia Nel Piatto” |
| Date and Time | July 9, 2026, 20:00 – 20:30 |
| Exact Location | Largo Gelso – Lungomare Domenico Modugno |
| Speakers | Francesco Paolicelli, Floriano Pellegrino, Gerardo Centoducati |
| Key Topics | Pugliese identity, territorial stories, the future of gastronomy |
| Bookings | Ticketed access (see official link) |
The Vision of Chef Floriano Pellegrino and the BROS’ Philosophy
Floriano’s talk is not an isolated event, but the natural extension of the BROS’ philosophy. Every day in the kitchen, we ask ourselves questions about our origins. Taking Pugliese fine dining out of the restaurant walls and into the square, among the people, is for us an act of responsibility: continuous research must not remain closed in a laboratory, but must become a collective narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions about the “Puglia Nel Piatto” Talk
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