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The global human impact on biodiversity

The global human impact on biodiversity
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Biodiversity loss in all species and every ecosystem linked to humans – report
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Food literacy in schools can cut undernourishment by 14 pc, say experts
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International Women’s Day: how Slow Food Farms empower women worldwide
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Climate Challenge Conference Addresses Sustainability in Tourism, Urban Areas, and Education
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Showcasing Seeds: The Aesthetic of Diversity

Showcasing Seeds: The Aesthetic of Diversity
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Harmony in the Pacific: tourism, peace, and sustainability come together

Harmony in the Pacific: tourism, peace, and sustainability come together
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Tackling food loss and waste from the farm to the table and beyond

Tackling food loss and waste from the farm to the table and beyond
27 September 2024
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‘A momentous day for nature’: EU approves first-of-its-kind law that could bring back biodiversity

‘A momentous day for nature’: EU approves first-of-its-kind law that could bring back biodiversity
19 June 2024
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UN Tourism Hosts First Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

UN Tourism Hosts First Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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UN Tourism 4th Global Gastronomy Tourism Startup Competition

UN Tourism 4th Global Gastronomy Tourism Startup Competition
20 May 2024
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EUROPEAN YOUNG CHEF AWARD

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Joan Roca

Joan Roca is founder and head chef of 3-Michelin-starred restaurant El Celler de Can Roca and was named World Best Chef in 2017 and 2018.

FOOD FILM MENU

AMBASSADOR

Robert Oliver

Robert Oliver is founder of television media-led movement “Pacific Island Food Revolution” promoting local and healthy eating in the South Pacific.

WORLD FOOD GIFT CHALLENGE

AMBASSADOR

Ana Roš

Ana Roš is head chef and co-owner of 3-Michelin-starred restaurant Hiša Franko and was named World Best Female Chef in 2017.

IGCAT AMBASSADOR IN CATALONIA 2025

Ramon Sentmartí

Managing Director of PRODECA, key stakeholder and supporter of Catalonia, World Region of Gastronomy 2025.

EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADOR

Robert Palmer

Expert consultant in the cultural sector and former Director of Culture and Cultural and Natural Heritage at the Council of Europe.

IGCAT AMBASSADOR IN CATALONIA 2025

Blanca Cros i Moll

Expert in tourism and Head of European Programmes & International Relations at the Catalan Tourist Board.

EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY AMBASSADOR

Francisco de Calheiros

Minho IN aims to create synergies with other areas that share the same views on competitiveness and economic development.

IGCAT AMBASSADOR IN CATALONIA 2025

Lluís Serra

Director of EUHT StPOL, the inspiration behind the European Young Chef Award and supporter of the first two editions in Catalonia.

IGCAT HONORARY AMBASSADOR IN SOUTH AEGEAN 2019

George Hatzimarkos

Governor of South Aegean, European Region of Gastronomy 2019 and a strong supporter of local culinary and cultural heritage.

IGCAT HONORARY AMBASSADOR

Votausi Mackenzie-Reur

Chairlady of Regenerative Vanua with over 30 years experience in empowering and inspiring local communities in Vanuatu to make good food choices.

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