On Sunday, 22 November 2026, Mulino Ferrari in Pavia opens its doors for an event dedicated to the history of milling and the local food traditions. The FAI Giovani group of Pavia invites visitors to discover the mill through a guided tour, followed by a hands-on workshop to make traditional Italian Christmas biscuits.

The event starts at 3:30 pm at Strada Villa Serafina 8, Pavia. After exploring the mill, participants will have the chance to get hands-on and prepare traditional Christmas biscuits. To round off the afternoon, everyone will enjoy tasting the freshly baked treats together!

Mulino Ferrari and the tradition of flour milling

Mulino Ferrari is a place deeply connected to the agricultural and food heritage of the Pavia area. The visit offers an opportunity to discover the techniques and processes that, for generations, have transformed wheat into flour.

The connection between wheat, flour and bread is at the heart of the tour organised by FAI Giovani Pavia.

A FAI Giovani event in Pavia

The event is organised by FAI Giovani Pavia and is open to everyone, with a minimum participation fee. Advance booking is required through the FAIprenotazioni online portal.

The participation fee is €25 for FAI members and €27 for non-members.

Young people aged 18 to 35 can also join FAI directly at the event, benefiting from a special introductory membership fee of €15, which also applies to membership renewals.

Why take part?

The visit to Mulino Ferrari offers a hands-on way to discover an important part of the Pavia area's food heritage. Starting with the history of wheat milling and ending with the preparation of a traditional product, the experience allows visitors to take part in the workshop and enjoy a tasting of freshly baked biscuits.

Photo:  Gershom Charig

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