Kvarner receives European Region of Gastronomy 2026 Award
The International Institute for Gastronomy, Culture, Art, and Tourism (IGCAT) has awarded Kvarner the prestigious title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026, recognizing the region’s exceptional commitment to local gastronomy, cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism. This award highlights the values that IGCAT upholds: fostering community collaboration, promoting cultural and culinary diversity, and encouraging innovation for […]
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 […]
Climate Challenge Conference Addresses Sustainability in Tourism, Urban Areas, and Education
Original author: Argophilia The Greek Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF) hosted the “Climate Challenge” conference on November 25 in Athens, focusing on sustainable solutions for tourism, urban development, and education. Highlights included discussions on eco-friendly tourism practices, innovative urban planning strategies like biogas energy production in Crete, and UNESCO’s Green Education Partnership promoting […]
Showcasing Seeds: The Aesthetic of Diversity
Original author: Crop Trust Swiss author, landscape architect, and photographer Jonas Frei, unveils the hidden beauty of seeds through his striking photography. His work bridges art and conservation, revealing the immense diversity and potential contained within these tiny life carriers. Describing seeds as “a dormant intermediate generation,” Frei is captivated by their forms, colors, and […]
Harmony in the Pacific: tourism, peace, and sustainability come together
Original Author: TTW Tourism in the Pacific is playing a major role in promoting peace, preserving culture, and supporting sustainable growth. As part of World Tourism Day 2024, with its theme of “Tourism and Peace,” the Pacific region is being recognized for how tourism boosts local economies while fostering cultural exchange and environmental protection. Through the […]
UN Tourism Hosts First Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
By UN Tourism UN Tourism is to host its first Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa, advancing its work to make gastronomy tourism a pillar for sustainable and inclusive growth across the region. The Forum will be held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, on 26-28 July 2024. Hosted under the patronage of the First Lady […]
Want a tasty adventure? See IGCAT’s Top 10 Websites for Foodie Travelers for 2024
Hungry for an exceptionally tasty adventure across borders? IGCAT has just announced the Top 10 Websites for Foodie Travelers 2024 so that you can be tempted to embark on a unique journey and discover fascinating food cultures! Unveiled at a gala event held on 2 February in Lappeeranta (Saimaa, European Region of Gastronomy 2024, Finland), […]
IGCAT launches new World Region of Gastronomy video
Working together to empower communities through the celebration of distinctive food cultures! IGCAT launched a new video about the World Region of Gastronomy Award and Platform, and their effort to support long-term sustainable development by: building citizen pride in local products, recipes and crafts; exchanging knowledge and best practices across multiple sectors; inspiring new economic […]
Moldova has the wow factor
Love is all around in Moldova so it wasn’t surprising that sharing endearing stories and building relationships with visitors was the topic emerging at the Industry Symposium: Emerging Resilient and Sustainable Amidst Challenges celebrated in the contest of World Tourism Day in Moldova, 27 September 2023. With a lineup of national and international industry, marketing […]
Catalonia recommended for the World Region of Gastronomy 2025 title
An international jury comprising of four international experts, accompanied by IGCAT’s President, Diane Dodd PhD considered the application of Catalonia for the title World Region of Gastronomy 2025. After reviewing the bid book submitted on 31st January 2023, the jury visited the region, 8-12 May 2023. The aim of the visit was to assess the […]
Travel positive: Is this the sustainable tourism blueprint of the future?
“We have moved into a new paradigm where the only option is systems transformation. We should therefore call out the many overly optimistic strategies and plans which assume – implicitly or explicitly – that we can carry on as usual in the (blind) hope that technology and offsetting will see us through.” This is the […]
Call open for IGCAT’s Top Websites for Foodie Travelers 2023
IGCAT launched an open call for the Top Websites for Foodie Travelers Award 2023 to acknowledge websites that offer unique and creative cultural and gastronomic experiences. Following a successful pilot edition in 2022 that assessed websites from the World and European Regions of Gastronomy, this year’s competition will accept submissions from across the globe. Participating […]
