Bulgarian Ministry of Tourism and the heads of the delegations from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) member states, representatives of cultural and tourism institutions, private sector, and NGOs, who took part in the first International Congress on World Civilizations and Creative Tourism hosted by the Bulgarian capital city,
The Monsanto Tribunal is an international civil society initiative to hold Monsanto accountable for human rights violations, for crimes against humanity, and for ecocide. Eminent judges heard testimonies from victims, and will deliver an advisory opinion following procedures of the International Court of Justice. A distinct and parallel event, the
The resolution, adopted on 4 December, recognizes “the importance of international tourism, and particularly of the designation of an international year of sustainable tourism for development, in fostering better understanding among peoples everywhere, in leading to a greater awareness of the rich heritage of various civilizations and in bringing about
On 26 November, Roberta Garibaldi, member of IGCAT Board and Scientific Director of East Lombardy – European Region of Gastronomy 2017, intervened in the 10th Gastronomic Tourism Conference which took place in Athens. Starting with an introduction on main current gastronomic trends, she then presented the European Region of Gastronomy project and
In the framework of Creative Climate Leadership programme promoted by London-based charity Julie’s Bicycle and Slovenian NGO PiNA, artists and cultural professionals are invited to explore the cultural dimensions of climate change during an international five-day intensive Training Course on Creative Climate Leadership. Bringing together several expert guest speakers, the
Four provinces under the umbrella organisation of East Lombardy, European Region of Gastronomy 2017 participated in Il Bontà, Cremona’s fair for Italian gastronomic excellence, 11-14 November 2016. This was the 14th edition of Il BonTà, that strives to support gastronomic excellence on crafted and home-made food produce. The four provinces stregthened
Roberta Garibaldi, scientific director of East Lombardy –European Region of Gastronomy 2017, made a compelling plea to safeguard and enhance quality local food and wine products such as Slow Food Presidia, as well as culinary traditions, to support a sustainable food supply chain and an integrated and authentic tourist offer. Her
Students take part in pilot #IGCAT project set to monitor new models for an educational approach to local cultures and gastronomy Hospitality students from Latvia have just received first-hand experience of sustainable European tourism offers connected to gastronomy and culture in Catalonia that is currently celebrating the title European Region of
Food ambassador Naomi Duguid explores the culinary region of Persia in her new cookbook, escorting readers through villages, markets and into people’s homes. “Taste of Persia” (Artisan Books) chronicles the rich heritage and culinary cross-influences found throughout the region that centres on Iran but includes Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Kurdistan.
The World Tourism Organization and the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Bulgaria will jointly host the International Congress on World Civilizations and Creative Tourism on 29 November – 1 December 2016 in Sofia, Bulgaria. The Congress will discuss how creative tourism can play a significant role in safeguarding
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Anton Rombouts North Brabant 2018 will highlight how agrifood industries are protecting food and culture diversity.
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Dzintars Kristovskis Technology and cooking is so advanced that I feel the urge to go back to the roots. Riga-Gauja 2017 European Region of Gastronomy is going to be about that.
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Maurizio Zanella East Lombardy promotes food and wine tourism, with a particular attention to local cuisine and sustainable food production.
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Francisco de Calheiros Minho IN aims to create synergies with other areas that share the same views on competitiveness and economic development.
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Carme Ruscalleda Catalonia is committed to raising the quality of local cuisine and food products.
EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADORS Montserrat Garrido Romera Sant Pol de Mar is proud to share knowledge in raising the quality of culture and gastronomy offers.
