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Regenerative Vanua Webinar
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Building Regenerative Gastronomy through Verified Food Systems Webinar

We recently explored how regenerative, verified food systems can contribute to building more resilient and self-reliant gastronomy regions in the webinar “Building Regenerative Gastronomy through Verified Food Systems“, hosted by IGCAT in collaboration with our partner, Regenerative Vanua — a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fostering resilient island communities (Vanuas) in the Pacific.

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14 May 2025
Banat 2028 Signing
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Banat becomes an official candidate European Region of Gastronomy 2028

In a significant milestone for Romania’s culinary landscape, Banat officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IGCAT (International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts, and Tourism), confirming its candidacy for the European Region of Gastronomy 2028 and entry into the World region of Gastronomy Platform. The signing took place during the

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12 May 2025
World News - Think Tank
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Gloria Guevara Declares the Need for a New Era for Global Tourism

Speaking at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao, Gloria Guevara, Chief Special Advisor at the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, called for a transformative shift in the global tourism sector. She emphasized the need to redefine tourism’s role beyond leisure, positioning it as a powerful force for socio-economic

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22 April 2025
Plastic Free Foundation Webinar
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Highlighting the Power of Plastic Free July to Drive Systemic Change

The impactful potential of reducing single-use plastics to foster both cultural and systemic change took centre stage during the webinar The Power of Plastic Free July, hosted by IGCAT in collaboration with its valued partner, Plastic Free Foundation – a global non-profit organization working to end plastic waste and inspire

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16 April 2025
Global News - African Pharms
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Are philanthropists destroying African farms?

This documentary highlights growing calls from African farmers to reclaim food sovereignty and, questions whether philanthropy is helping or hindering sustainable development across the continent. Philanthropic initiatives by global foundations such as the Gates Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, and AGRA, intended to combat hunger in Africa are investigated, as possibly having

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3 April 2025
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The global human impact on biodiversity

Human activities, such as pollution and climate change, are altering ecosystems worldwide, yet the anticipated trend of biotic homogenization is not as straightforward as expected. A large-scale study across 97,000 sites reveals that while biodiversity declines and community composition shifts, the impacts are far from uniform. This research highlights that

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27 March 2025
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Biodiversity loss in all species and every ecosystem linked to humans – report

A recent study, synthesizing over 2,000 global studies, confirms that human activities are driving biodiversity loss across the planet. Researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology and the University of Zurich conducted the study, covering nearly 100,000 sites across terrestrial, freshwater, and marine habitats. The findings

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26 March 2025
Sant Pol de Mar 2025
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Storytelling in Hospitality Education: A Key Focus at EUHT StPOL

The Hotel Schools of Distinction (HSD) Annual Meeting, hosted by EUHT StPOL, brought together leading educators to explore the transformative power of storytelling and gamification in hospitality education. This gathering provided an opportunity for thought leaders to share innovative approaches to shaping the future of the industry. IGCAT’s President, Dr.

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25 March 2025
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IGCAT

Sicily celebrates European Region of Gastronomy 2025 Title with grand Opening Ceremony and Nationwide Recognition

Sicily’s designation as European Region of Gastronomy 2025 has already generated extraordinary visibility across Italy, with over 75 media articles celebrating the region’s rich food culture and ambitious plans for the title year. Since receiving this prestigious recognition from the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT), Sicily has

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14 March 2025
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Food literacy in schools can cut undernourishment by 14 pc, say experts

Integrating food literacy into school curriculums has the potential to significantly reduce undernourishment among students. By educating children about nutrition, healthy eating habits, and the origins of their food, schools can empower students to make informed dietary choices, leading to improved health outcomes and a projected 14% decrease in undernourishment.

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11 March 2025
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