Catalonia 2025 to shine on the international gastronomy map
Catalonia officially launched its action plan as World Region of Gastronomy 2025. With over 50 actions to be implemented across the region and internationally over the next 12 months, this exceptional programme aims to strengthen Catalonia as a world-renowned sustainable gastronomic destination. Held on 9 December 2024 at the Time Out Market in Barcelona, the […]
Winner of the European Young Chef Award 2024 announced!
Marta Minoves from Catalonia World Region of Gastronomy 2025 was announced European Young Chef for 2024 on 29 November. With her dish Fonda Tor. She impressed the international jury, chaired by Michelin-starred chef Martina Caruso, from Sicily, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2025. The jury unanimously awarded this dish first prize, praising its exceptional blend […]
Skilled young chefs lead the way to sustainability
The European Young Chef Award 2024 finalists have joined past honorees as IGCAT Regional Chef Ambassadors, committing to champion their regions’ local foods, celebrate culinary diversity, and promote sustainability. As IGCAT Regional Chef Ambassadors, these young chefs pledge to be positive change-makers throughout their careers, proudly representing their regions’ heritage and food cultures in sustainable […]
Manabí recomendado para el título de Región Mundial de Gastronomía 2026
El jurado internacional compuesto por cuatro expertos internacionales, acompañado por la presidenta de IGCAT, Diane Dodd PhD, ha considerado la candidatura de la región de Manabí para el título de Región Mundial de la Gastronomía 2026. Después de revisar el libro de candidatura, Manabí Gastronomy from the middle of the world presentado el 30 de […]
Crete officially awarded European Region of Gastronomy 2026
Crete was officially awarded the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026 by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT) recognizing Crete’s unique culinary identity, dedication to sustainable practices, and commitment to promoting the richness of its traditional food culture. On October 9 2024, Crete was officially awarded the prestigious title of […]
Harghita recommended for the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2027
An international jury comprising of four international experts, accompanied by IGCAT’s President, Diane Dodd PhD considered the application of Harghita region for the title European Region of Gastronomy 2027. After reviewing the bid book: Harghita submitted on 31 May 2024, the jury visited the region, 6-11 October 2024. The aim of the visit was to […]
IGCAT’s Food Film Menu 2024 screened at Slow Food’s Terra Madre
14 amazing food stories from across the globe have delighted an international audience at Slow Food’s Terra Madre – Salone del Gusto event in Turin, that hosted a screening of IGCAT’s International Food Film Menu 2024 on 28 September. This outstanding collection of short films highlighting local gastronomy and food sustainability, sparked enthusiasm and interest […]
Gozo officially awarded European Region of Gastronomy 2026
Gozo was officially awarded the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026 by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT) for their exceptional food and hospitality, the quality of local products, the commitment to traditional methods of food production, and the harmony of local cultures, arts and crafts. Against the stunning backdrop […]
Food in the Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe
IGCAT is honored to acknowledge the participation of our President, Dr. Diane Dodd, at the 13th Advisory Forum of the Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe in Visegrád (25 – 27 September 2024), hosted by Stefano Dominioni, Executive Secretary of the European Institute of Cultural Routes (EICR). Dr. Dodd shared insights from the European […]
Unveiling the winners of the Food Film Menu 2024
Crete – Sense the Authentic Taste, a short film that captures the aspirations of a young, innovative chef through the proud eyes of her mother, won the 1st Prize in IGCAT’s International Food Film Menu 2024 competition. The winner from Crete, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2026, was announced together with 2nd Prize, An Ode […]
Saimaa 2024 successfully hosts Regions of Gastronomy Platform Meeting
The scenic Saimaa region, recognised as the European Region of Gastronomy 2024, recently welcomed over 30 representatives from the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts, and Tourism (IGCAT) and the World Regions of Gastronomy Platform spanning 16 different countries. During an intense week of knowledge exchange, education, and culinary exploration, the Platform meeting highlighted the […]
Vanuatu signs protocol for World Region of Gastronomy 2027 candidacy
In a landmark moment for Vanuatu, the Global Regenerative Agritourism Symposium saw the signing of a protocol to support Vanuatu’s candidacy for the World Region of Gastronomy Award in 2027. This significant event was part of the symposium hosted by Regenerative Vanua in Mangaliliu Nakamal and led by Mr. Jerry Spooner, Executive Director of Regenerative Vanua, and Dr. […]
