La Catalogne célèbre l’excellence gastronomique avec une nouvelle campagne
Le lundi 30 juin 2025, la Catalogne a officiellement lancé la campagne « Catalunya, La Millor Cuina del Món » (Catalogne : la meilleure cuisine du monde) pour marquer son titre de Région mondiale de la gastronomie décerné par l’IGCAT. Le lancement a eu lieu dans l’emblématique Palau de la Música Catalana, rassemblant plus de […]
Le Cap Bon devient la première région africaine à rejoindre la Plateforme de la Région Mondiale de la Gastronomie
Dans le cadre d’un développement historique pour les pays d’Afrique et de la région MENA, Cap Bon (Tunisie) a été officiellement accueilli en tant que candidat au prix de la Région mondiale de la gastronomie 2028, renforçant ainsi l’engagement mondial de l’IGCAT en faveur de la diversité, de la richesse culturelle et du développement inclusif […]
Le progrès culinaire mondial célébré lors du 36e forum consultatif et de la 12e assemblée générale annuelle de l’IGCAT
Le 36e forum consultatif et la 12e assemblée générale annuelle de l’IGCAT ont réuni 42 participants de plusieurs fuseaux horaires. L’événement a réuni des voix mondiales pour soutenir la diversité alimentaire, la durabilité et la culture. Organisé en ligne, il a présenté les principales réalisations des régions du monde de la gastronomie primées et candidates. […]
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 […]
Manabí recommended for the title of World Region of Gastronomy 2026
An international jury, composed of four international experts and accompanied by the president of IGCAT, Diane Dodd PhD, has considered the candidacy of the Manabí region for the title of World Region of Gastronomy 2026. After reviewing the bid book Manabí: Gastronomy from the Middle of the World, submitted on 30 December 2023, the jury […]
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. […]
Spotlight on Catalan gastronomy at the Bite and Mos Awards
Catalonia, World Region of Gastronomy awarded 2025 celebrated the 2nd edition of the Bite and Mos Awards to recognise the fundamental role played by creators of food and wine digital content in promoting this type of tourism and, at the same time, value Catalonia as a leading food and wine destination on a global scale. […]
World Regions of Gastronomy build stronger connections at their 27th meeting
14 international guests from 11 awarded and candidate regions gathered in Aseer, World Region of Gastronomy awarded 2024 to celebrate the 27th World Regions of Gastronomy Platform meeting (22-25 April), exchanging best practices and knowledge with the local stakeholders. Hosted by the Culinary Arts Commission of the Ministry of Culture of Saudi Arabia, the international […]
Boosting the power of co-creation at the 10th IGCAT Experts Meeting
Gastronomy as a key to local development, cross-sectoral collaboration, engaging local communities, the importance of education and life-long learning to secure a sustainable future, were among the topics discussed at the 10th IGCAT Experts Meeting hosted by Aseer, World Region of Gastronomy awarded 2024 on 22 April 2024. Organised at King Khalid University in Abha, […]
IGCAT’s World Food Gift Challenge awards 10 top products in Aseer
In celebration of food and cultural diversity, IGCAT’s 5th World Food Gift Challenge awarded 10 unique food and food-related craft products, selected by an international jury of experts. Hosted by Aseer, World Region of Gastronomy awarded 2024, the competition put the international spotlight on local producers who manufacture fine, one-of-a-kind items related to World and […]
