{"id":37520,"date":"2026-04-28T13:54:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/igcat.org\/?p=37520"},"modified":"2026-04-28T14:08:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:08:27","slug":"nordland-officially-awarded-european-region-of-gastronomy-2028","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igcat.org\/es\/nordland-officially-awarded-european-region-of-gastronomy-2028\/","title":{"rendered":"Nordland Officially Awarded European Region of Gastronomy 2028"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In recognition of its outstanding commitment to local gastronomy, cultural heritage, and sustainable, community-driven tourism,\u00a0Nordland<\/strong>\u00a0was awarded the prestigious title of\u00a0European Region of Gastronomy 2028<\/strong>, by the\u00a0International<\/strong>\u00a0Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Art, and Tourism<\/strong>\u00a0(IGCAT).\u00a0This distinction highlights the core values IGCAT promotes: fostering collaboration, celebrating culinary and cultural diversity, and encouraging innovation for a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The milestone was celebrated on 14 April 2026 at\u00a0King \u00d8ysteins Hall\u00a0<\/strong>in Kabelv\u00e5g, Lofoten, during the Norwegian Travel Workshop (NTW), Norway\u2019s largest B2B event for the tourism industry. The event brought together political representatives, senior figures from Innovation Norway, destination management companies, and the Northern Norwegian Competence Center for Food. Representing\u00a0IGCAT<\/strong>,\u00a0Omar Valdez<\/strong>, Board Member, officially presented the title to\u00a0Mr. Svein Magnar \u00d8ien Eggesvik<\/strong>, Executive for Business Development at Nordland County Council.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr. Valdez praised Nordland\u2019s inspiring vision and deep-rooted commitment to sustainable, creative, and community-driven gastronomy, noting: \u201cNordland\u2019s bid reflects a region with clarity, ambition, and unity. Its unwavering dedication to sustainability, education, and respect for land and sea, supported by remarkable cross-sector collaboration, forms a powerful foundation for a resilient gastronomic future. It stands as a truly deserving candidate for European Region of Gastronomy 2028.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his acceptance speech, Mr. Eggesvik highlighted the transformative potential of this recognition, emphasising that the European Region of Gastronomy 2028 title offers Nordland a unique opportunity to strengthen its international profile by developing and promoting local ingredients and food experiences. He noted that this recognition will elevate Northern Norwegian cuisine, support local food producers, and inspire new entrepreneurs in the sector. Additionally, he underscored the initiative\u2019s broader ambition: to motivate young people to pursue education and careers in sustainable agriculture and food sciences, while attracting highly skilled professionals to the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nordland\u2019s culinary identity is deeply rooted in reindeer herding, S\u00e1mi traditions, and historic global trade, particularly in stockfish and salmon, which remain central to the region\u2019s cultural fabric. The title underscores Nordland\u2019s four key priorities, aligned with national and regional frameworks for culture, tourism, education, and public health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n