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German Cuisine, Culture Brought by World War I Prisoners still Beloved in Japan

German Cuisine, Culture Brought by World War I Prisoners still Beloved in Japan
9 March 2015

While the fact that Japan fought on the side of the Allies in World War I is mostly forgotten today, the influence that German prisoners of war...

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China Just One of the World’s Countries that Needs to Embrace ‘Slow Travel’

China Just One of the World’s Countries that Needs to Embrace ‘Slow Travel’
6 March 2015

Wan Lixin of the Shanghai Daily publication shared an important reminder with readers on Wednesday in the closing days of the annual Spring...

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Glasgow 1990: "It was like Managing a Volcano, Overflowing with the Hottest Talent and the Most Incredible Excitement"

Glasgow 1990: "It was like Managing a Volcano, Overflowing with the Hottest Talent and the Most Incredible Excitement"
6 March 2015

It’s been a quarter of a century since it all happened, but Bob Palmer has never been allowed to forget the amazing efforts that made...

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Munira Mirza: Space for Artists Will Make Sure London Keeps its Creative Edge

Munira Mirza: Space for Artists Will Make Sure London Keeps its Creative Edge
5 March 2015

Today the Mayor is announcing  £9 million in investment in high streets across greater London, with a large share set to benefit creative...

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Coca-Cola is About to Kill one of its Few Reusable Plastic Bottle Schemes

Coca-Cola is About to Kill one of its Few Reusable Plastic Bottle Schemes
5 March 2015

Coca-Cola is about to kill off one of its only responsible packaging systems in the world. It’s forcing consumers in Germany to buy drinks...

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UK Cities Including London not as ‘Smart’ as Global Counterparts

UK Cities Including London not as ‘Smart’ as Global Counterparts
4 March 2015

Major cities in the UK are falling behind their international counterparts in terms of their use of smart technologies, according to a new study...

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New York City Plans to Study the Diversity of Its Cultural Groups

New York City Plans to Study the Diversity of Its Cultural Groups
4 March 2015

In a major study to be undertaken this summer, the de Blasio administration will review the diversity of the boards, staffs and audiences of New...

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Abu Dhabi to Showcase Halal Tourism at ITB Berlin

Abu Dhabi to Showcase Halal Tourism at ITB Berlin
4 March 2015

Abu Dhabi is poised to become a leading destination for Halal tourism and is heading to ITB Berlin in Germany to highlight its credentials and...

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International Tourists Choose the Arts Over Sport and Gambling, Australia Council Research Reveals

International Tourists Choose the Arts Over Sport and Gambling, Australia Council Research Reveals
4 March 2015

The arts and culture are the third most popular attraction in Australia for international tourists, only behind shopping and visiting the beach...

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Germany Builds on its Tourism Boom

Germany Builds on its Tourism Boom
4 March 2015

Big events attracted a record number of visitors to Germany in 2014. Still, tourism promoters will not rest on their laurels. What are their...

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Norway Warns Companies Against Improper Halal Labelling

Norway Warns Companies Against Improper Halal Labelling
3 March 2015

The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (FSA) said some companies risked losing their credibility after an annual audit found 12 of 40 businesses had...

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With Madrid Fusión Manila, the Philippines can Retake their Place as the Asian Gastronomical estination

With Madrid Fusión Manila, the Philippines can Retake their Place as the Asian Gastronomical estination
3 March 2015

The upcoming Madrid Fusión Manila is an opportunity for the capital of the Philippines to retake its place as one of the gastronomical...

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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.

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

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

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Ramon Sentmartí

Consultant in the Agri-Food sector and former Managing Director at PRODECA, Ramon is currently part of IGCAT Executive Board.

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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.

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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.

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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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