Gastronomy Tourism News
Regional Pacific Workshop Strengthens Link Between Agriculture and Tourism
UN Tourism, the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), concluded a successful three-day Regional Workshop on Sustainable Gastronomy Tourism. The event brought together over 70 stakeholders from across the Pacific to co-create gastronomy tourism experiences and itineraries that deepen the connection between agrifood systems and the tourism sector.
Bahrain to host UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism 18-19 November
The 9th UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism – organised by UN Tourism, the Basque Culinary Centre and the Government of Bahrain – will take place in Manama, Bahrain’s capital city, 18-19 November 2024. This event, themed “Gastronomy Tourism: A Driver for Economic Diversification and Inclusion,” marks the Forum’s debut in the Middle East, a region renowned for its rich culinary heritage and cultural exchange.
UNWTO Concludes Gastronomy Tourism Project in Indonesia, Aiming for Sustainable Culinary Excellence
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has successfully completed the Gastronomy Tourism Project in Ubud, Indonesia. This initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, seeks to establish Ubud as a global center for sustainable gastronomy tourism.
2024: A Gastronomic Journey Through Argentina’s Culinary Delights
Six ways to explore Argentina’s thriving gastronomy scene in 2024. It includes trying MICHELIN dining in Buenos Aires and Mendoza, experiencing traditional Argentinian asado (barbecue), exploring the vineyards of Mendoza on the ‘wine route,’ dining at traditional bodegónes in Buenos Aires, sampling mate (a traditional beverage), and visiting Ushuaia for the freshest King Crab.
Rocco Forte Hotels Presents a Series of Italian Culinary Retreats
Embark on a Gastronomic Journey with Renowned Chef Fulvio Pierangelini to Unearth the Rich Flavours and history of Italian Cuisine
UNWTO strengthens links between agriculture, gastronomy and tourism
UNWTO has held the 8th edition of its World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC), with a focus on the links between product, gastronomy and tourism.
UNWTO appoints chef fatmata binta and chefs martín berasategi
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has appointed Chef Fatmata Binta and world-renowned Basque Chefs Martín Berasategi and Pedro Subijana as Ambassadors for Sustainable Tourism, in the framework of the 8th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC). The UNWTO thus recognises their work in gastronomy, the enhancement of local produce and community development.
PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023 to Showcase Best Practices in Sustainable Tourism
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise the PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023 (PDFM 2023) in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia from June 21-23.