After the inaugural stage of Furci, who recorded an extraordinary participation with great enthusiasm of the public and exhibitors, The journey of “The valleys of myth and music – the journey between harmonies and flavors of the territory”promoted by Gal Taormina Peloritanicontinues relentlessly with an intense weekend of events.
Thursday evening, in the Lungomare di Sant’Alessio, the public responded with enthusiasm to the initiative, taking part in an evening that was able to combine gastronomic tradition and popular music. The tastings of the local specialties were the frame of the engaging concert of the Amara Orange Group, which animated the square with sounds that speak of identity and roots.
On Friday 25 July, in the suggestive setting of Piazza Fossia in Savoca, the journey continued among the scents of the “houses of taste” and the overwhelming notes of the Mizzika Mizzika, who gave a moment of celebration in the name of culture and sociability.
“We are proud to have hosted such a significant stop” – said Domenico Aliberti, mayor of Sant’Alessio Siculo – “which has given value to our traditions, the products of our territory and the desire for our community to be the protagonist of a cultural and tourist relaunch. I thank the Gal for the opportunity and all the citizens and visitors who made this evening special ».
“Savoca warmly welcomed this initiative, which has been able to combine food and wine, music and identity” – added Maria Carmela Miuccio, deputy mayor of Savoca – “we strongly believe in the value of the network between municipalities and in the promotion of our excellence through shared projects. It was beautiful to see our squares live in smiles, flavors and melodies ».
“The success of these stages confirms the strength of the project and the response of the communities” – said Antonio Bonfiglio, president of the Gal Taormina Peloritani – “The valleys of myth and music is not only a billboard of events, but an identity path that enhances territories, promotes local economies and strengthens links among the municipalities. The goal is to build a network that lasts over time, capable of generating culture, tourism and sustainable development ».
Last night, Saturday 26 July, was the turn of Saponara, in Piazza Matrice, starring the Vulkanic group and the specialties of the territory, while today, Sunday 27 July, Roccafiorita in Piazza Autonomy will host the last stage of the weekend with the music of I Molese and the inevitable tastings of local excellence.
Free event, starting at 8 pm, to offer the public a mix of culture, tradition, showcooking and popular music, transforming the squares of the villages involved into real feast stages and enhancement of the territory.