Chile en nogada is one of the most iconic dishes of Mexican cuisine, with special significance in the state of Puebla, where it originated in the 19th century.
This dish represents a fusion of local ingredients with national history. According to tradition, it was created by the Augustinian nuns of the Santa Mónica convent to commemorate Mexico’s independence and honor Agustín de Iturbide. Its combination of sweet and savory flavors, as well as its presentation in the national colors—the green of the parsley, the white of the nogada, and the red of the pomegranate—make it a culinary expression of identity, pride, and celebration.
In addition to its symbolic value, chile en nogada stands out for the artisanal process required to prepare it, using seasonal ingredients such as walnuts, panochera apples, lechera pears, and criollo peaches, ingredients that are only available during certain months of the year.
Therefore, each season in which this dish is offered represents an opportunity to preserve Puebla’s traditions, promote gastronomic tourism, and celebrate the region’s cultural richness. If you want to know everything about the 2025 International Chile en Nogada Festival in Puebla, including when, where, and what activities will be held, stay with us; we’ll tell you all the details here.
What will the 2025 International Chile en Nogada Festival be like in Puebla?
Background: During every weekend in August, the municipality of San Nicolás de los Ranchos, Puebla, will host the twenty-fourth edition of the International Chile en Nogada Festival “Between Volcanoes and Flavors.”
This event will take place at the El Ciprés Sports Complex starting at 11:00 a.m., making it a must-see for lovers of traditional cuisine and those looking to experience the culinary richness of Puebla in a setting surrounded by the imposing Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes.
The festival will bring together nearly 50 traditional cooks, who will prepare chile en nogada (chile in nogada) with local ingredients such as panochera apples, lechera pears, criollo peaches, and Castilian walnuts, highlighting the value of regional consumption and the preservation of ancestral recipes.
In addition to the traditional dish, attendees will be able to enjoy innovative offerings such as desserts and ice cream inspired by the flavors of chile en nogada. Prices for this dish will start at 250 pesos, making it an affordable option to enjoy this gastronomic gem in its place of origin.
This festival not only boosts the local economy and promotes tourism in the region, but also reinforces pride in Puebla’s identity, consolidating chile en nogada as a symbol of tradition, flavor, and cultural heritage.
What other activities will be available at the Chile en Nogada Festival in Puebla?
The 2025 edition of the International Chile en Nogada Festival “Between Volcanoes and Flavors” will not only delight the palate but also offer a wide range of cultural and tourist activities.
The program will include a craft exhibition and sale, workshops, tours along the famous Walnut Route, walnut-cleaning contests, horseback riding, traditional dances, live music, and a vintage car exhibition. All of this takes place in a setting steeped in tradition that seeks to highlight the roots of San Nicolás de los Ranchos.
With the participation of more than 450 artists and performances by groups such as Los Askis, Los Cadetes de Linares, Los de Akino, and Óscar Cruz, the event is shaping up to be a grand celebration of Puebla’s identity. More than 25,000 visitors are expected and an economic impact exceeding 12 million pesos.
The festival, supported by the state government and neighboring municipalities, will take place on Calle Progreso S/N, in the first section of San Nicolás de los Ranchos. For additional details, visit the official Facebook page “San Nicolás de los Ranchos 2024 2027.”
Source: lasillarota
