With interest in all things edible at a new high, the world has more culinary events and festivals than ever before. The U.S. is especially rich in some of the best and biggest such gatherings, all throughout the year, but some are better than others. Of the very top tier
For the 20th year in a row, the annual wine festival takes place in the Hudson Valley. This year, a Wine Trail has been set up, which brings the local wineries on the trail. 14 wineries are participating in this project that aims at promoting the region with a gastronomical
A new tour allows travelers to watch the cork harvest and later follow donkeys carrying towering loads to one of the traditional pueblos blancos, towns whose buildings are painted stark white and dot the countryside in Catalonia, Andalusia and Extremadura. Read original article at ocregister.com
The French government has proposed a €600m (£420m; $655m) package of urgent aid for farmers, who have blocked roads for days in protest at falling prices. Most of the money will help farmers deal with a cash crisis by cancelling or deferring tax payments. But some of the money will
On the 8th of July MEPs voted on TTIP in the European Parliament, and the vote didn’t go the right way. This gives the green light to TTIP officials to keep negotiating. The people behind TTIP want this deal done by the end of the year. So it’s time to up our
Built on the foundations of a former Incan temple, the centuries-old Cuzco Cathedral in Peru is home to an 18th-century painting of the Last Supper, but unlike the Da Vinci original, Christ and the Apostles are dining on guinea pig. Historical accuracies aside, the painting epitomizes Peruvian pride in local
There’s a growing population of travellers that have become more interested in the various cuisines and cultures from countries all over the world, and are planning vacations specifically to incorporate culinary trips. One of the reasons for this evolution has been wine, beer and food festivals. According to the American Culinary
There are few things tourists love more than getting a chance to eat yummy food. But seeing the food being made and then getting to eat it are even better. And local economic development officials say it’s something the Tri-Cities can do too. Country Mercantile already gives visitors a look
US regulators have declared trans-fats are unsafe and must be banned within three years, they announced on Tuesday (16 June). The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said trans-fats are «not generally recognised as safe,» adding that a ban on the fats would save lives. Several countries, including Denmark, Switzerland,
Though gastronomic culture is evaluated as one of the key factors to draw visitors to Vietnam, the tourism sector has not done enough to take advantage of this natural asset, tourism specialists have argued. Most foreign visitors say they know about Vietnamese food through their friends or relatives. Only a
As more craft breweries open across the province and existing ones get bigger with greater reach, B.C. beer is becoming a draw for tourists from near and far. That’s partly wrapped up in Vancouver’s reputation as a great culinary city, which also includes B.C. wine and a growing wave of
Dominican Tourism Press Association will be involved in all initiatives which promote the country’s social tourism, for workers and low income citizens to enjoy the hospitality industry. Seeking a multi-sector agreement to support the initiative will be essential. Read original article at dominicantoday.com
The rise of food tourism has been spurred by travelers seeking out new ways of exploring local cultures through memorable eating and drinking experiences. «By offering local and authentic culinary experiences to visitors, these destinations are able to share a piece of their culture,» said Taylor L. Cole, APR, Hotels.com travel
At age 21, Cris Comerford dropped out of college in the Philippines to move to the United States with her family. A decade later, she was hired by then-White House Executive Chef Walter Scheib III, and a decade after that, she herself was appointed executive chef by first lady Laura Bush. Comerford has
Part of the tourism strategy for more sustainable tourism in South Africa is the increasing of food safety and training of chefs. New jobs and enterprises are essential for securing a sustainable growth in the tourism sector. Part of the program is further training and skills development which is provided
The Tourism Department of New Mexico has put money into the marketing via social media. Three food bloggers are experiencing a carefully planned itinerary showcasing the unique culinary culture of the country. The Tourism Department is expecting to reach visitors in a completely different and new way promoting the gastronomy
