The grilled jambon of Saint-Oyen is included in the list of traditional Aosta Valley agri-food products.
The main phases of the ham manufacturing process are preparation of a brine composed of salt, aromas and honey and the cooking, first steaming for 24 hours and then above the braziers, together with the watering of local craft beer (gluten-free).
The most suitable place to taste the product is Saint-Oyen, on the occasion of the Grilled Jambon Festival organized every year on the first weekend of August.
The chefs of Saint-Oyen accompany the grilled ham with a plate of green beans or polenta, in a festive atmosphere full of entertainment.
Program
Friday 31 July:
7.00 pm Restaurant opens: Grilled ham and culinary specialities
9.30 pm Live music with the band Skarlett – covers, rock and ska. Followed by a night of music with DJ JUAN at Chalet Danger
Saturday 1 August:
8.30 am: Guided hike with mid-mountain guides – ‘where the mountains meet good food’. Info and bookings: 320 688 9676
8.30 am: Start of the 9th Fishing Competition – 4th Luca Zanetti Memorial
12.00 Restaurant opens: grilled ham and local specialities
14.00 Petanque tournament in teams of three (organised by Chalet Danger)
14.30 Prize-giving ceremony for the 9th Pesca event
19.00 Restaurant opens: grilled ham and local specialities
9.30 pm Dance evening with “Erik and the Poudzo Valdoten” (free entry), followed by a DJ set at Chalet Danger
Sunday 2:
8.30 am Guided hike with mid-mountain guides: “Where the mountains meet good food” Info and bookings: 320 688 9676
9.00 am Petanque tournament in fixed pairs (organised by “Chalet Danger”)
11.15 am Holy Mass near the sawmill
12.00 pm Restaurant opens: Grilled ham and culinary specialities
3.00 pm Afternoon dance with “Gli amici della notte” (free entry)*
Escape room at the Saint-Oyen library (info 324 608 6828)
7.00 pm Restaurant opens: grilled ham and local specialities
9.30 pm Dance evening with “Gli amici della notte” (free entry)
Note - this information is not directly connected to the Cammino Balteo path but it is part of the Aosta Valley tourist offer.