Become a Patron
of
the World Regions
of Gastronomy
Help balance the global stage through food, culture, and community
Why We Need Patrons
Too many regions rich in culinary heritage, biodiversity, and ancestral knowledge remain invisible on the global stage simply because they lack resources.
The World Regions of Gastronomy programme recognises, empowers and connects regions that prioritise food culture, sustainability, and innovation — but the participation costs can be out of reach for under-resourced regions.
- Preserve culinary heritage and cultural identity
- Embrace regenerative tourism practices
- Protect food sovereignty by promoting healthy and fair systems
- Participate in expert training and international promotion
- Strengthen local economies through responsible tourism
What is at stake?
- Cultural and culinary knowledge at risk of being lost
- Rising over-tourism in already saturated cities
- Vanishing local food systems due to lack of support
- Inequity in which regions have access to global funding
YOUR SUPPORT HELPS US WITH
Training & Mentorship
Provide training and mentorship to under-resourced regions
Food Sovereignty
Support food sovereignty and traditional ecological knowledge
Regenerative Tourism
Advance regenerative tourism strategies for rural development
Global Visibility
Give global visibility to regions with rich food traditions but low exposure
Protect Culinary Heritage
Protect and share unique culinary heritage
Intercultural Collaboration
Foster international collaboration and learning
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
and many more…
LEVELS OF PATRONAGE
Seed Supporter
€500 – €2,500
Name listed in report
Region updates
Growth Patron
€2,500 – €7,500
Name/logo featured online
Region co-alignmenent
Regional Champion
€7,500+
Prominent logo display
Region alignment
Co-promotions
Supported World Regions of Gastronomy
About IGCAT
IGCAT aims to empower local communities by raising awareness of the importance to protect and promote distinct regional food, culture, arts and natural assets as part of sustainable and balanced tourism and development strategies. This is essential to safeguard our planet, health, wellness and local economies.
IGCAT is a non-profit institute established in 2010, working with regional stakeholder consortiums in the fields of gastronomy, culture, arts and tourism. It counts on the expertise of a worldwide network of experts and works in partnership with specialised intergovernmental organisations.
IGCAT provides the European and World Region of Gastronomy Award and is the official secretariat for the World and European Regions of Gastronomy Platforms. Furthermore, the Institute has developed the European Young Chef Award, the World Food Gift Challenge, the Top Foodie Websites Award and the Food Film Menu.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
- Sponsor a Region’s Journey – Cover candidacy and participation fees
- Support a Regional Project – Help communities document, protect and share their food heritage
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Co-brand a Campaign – Join us in global storytelling and awareness initiatives
- Contact us to Become a Patron – info@igcat.org
