Saimaa region in Finland has been officially awarded the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2024 by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT) for their commitment to sustainably protect and promote local food and cultural uniqueness. The award ceremony was celebrated on 12 January 2023 at
An international jury comprising of four international experts, accompanied by IGCAT’s President, Diane Dodd PhD considered the application of Saimaa region for the title European Region of Gastronomy 2024. After reviewing the bid book submitted on 31 December 2021, the jury visited the region, 19-23 June 2022. The aim of
Saimaa Region (Finland) officially joined the European Region of Gastronomy Platform with the intention to bid for the European Region of Gastronomy 2024 title. A protocol agreement was signed between Saimaa Region and IGCAT on 30 November 2021 during the 23rd European Region of Gastronomy Platform meeting. Teija Rautiainen from
