IGCAT aims to empower local communities by raising awareness of the importance to safeguard and promote distinct food, culture, arts and sustainable tourism assets. This is essential to balance against globalised food trends that are impacting on our planet, health and local economies.
IGCAT is a non-profit institute established in 2012, working with regional stakeholder consortiums in the fields of gastronomy, culture, arts and tourism. It counts on the expertise of a worldwide network of experts and works in partnership with specialised intergovernmental organisations.
IGCAT provides the Region of Gastronomy Award and is the official secretariat for the European Region of Gastronomy Platform. Furthermore, the Institute has developed the European Young Chef Award the Local Food Gift Challenge, the Top Visitor Experience and the Food Film Menu.
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SUBSCRIBE FOR IGCAT NEWSRegions of Gastronomy: a force for good when they work together
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MoreTrondheim hosts and shines at Michelin Nordic Countries 2020
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MoreCoimbra Region brands and boosts the quality of its food events
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MoreTourism Manifesto calls for support to the European tourism sector
The European Tourism Manifesto alliance recently published a statement urging the European Commission and national...
MoreSlovenia to acknowledge local green gastronomy
In an effort to build a lasting legacy for its European Region of Gastronomy 2021 title, Slovenia recently announced...
MoreIGCAT launches the 1st International Food Gift Challenge
With the aim to identify and promote artisanal food and food-related gifts in the Regions of Gastronomy, IGCAT...
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