Every August, the pre-Apennine town of Casalattico came alive for Irish Fest, and this year was marked by a special milestone: the festival’s 26th anniversary. Big Al’s was once again proud to be part of it
A Festival Built on Real Roots
Casalattico’s connection to Ireland isn’t just a theme for the weekend, it’s history. Back in the late 1800s and early 1900s, waves of locals emigrated to Ireland, and generations later, thousands of Irish-Italians still trace their family names back to this small mountain town. For 20 years, Irish Fest has celebrated exactly that bond, bringing Irish music, dance, and food to a community that’s never really let go of it.
This year’s festival took place on 14th August, and we couldn’t wait to be there.
What We’re Bringing This Year
To mark 26 years of Irish Fest, we brought a full line-up from the Big Al’s range:
Big Al’s Prime Burger: A burger, packed full of 100% Prime Irish Beef, grass-fed and sourced from farmers we know and trust. Ground fresh using chuck and brisket, and seasoned with smoked sea salt, it delivers tender, juicy, flavour-packed bites all day long.
Big Al’s Hot ‘N Spicy Chicken Strips: Made from 100% chicken inner breast fillet with a crunchy, chilli-spiced coating, these strips bring serious crunch and bold heat to the menu.
Big Al’s Pork Hot Dog: An American classic made with 100% Irish Pork, fully cooked and skinless, delivering a meaty texture. Served pre-loaded with crispy onions, ketchup, and mustard, they’re sure to go down a treat.
Big Al’s Chicken Tenders An American classic that keeps them coming back!, Big Al’s Chicken Tenders are made from 100% juicy tender chicken breast wrapped in a light flavourful coating
The Irish Fest in Casalattico continues to be more than just a summer event
The Irish Fest in Casalattico continued to be more than just a summer event, it was a heartfelt celebration of shared heritage and enduring cultural ties. As we geared up for this year’s festivities, we at Kepak were proud to once again play a part in bringing the flavours of Ireland to this special community.
We were excited to return and celebrate this festival’s 26th anniversary alongside the incredible team behind this event, and share some delicious offerings with everyone who joined us.
Thank you to all the organisers and everyone who visited over the day!
If you’d like a preview of the flavours we brought, you can explore our featured products here!
