In the lead-up to the 2nd World Gastronomy Summit, held in Manta, Ecuador, on 15–17 October 2026, Jesús Mendoza Mejía, President of Ibercocinas, and Dr.
On October 14 2026, prior to the 2nd World Gastronomy Summit in Manta, Crop Trust convened over 50 participants including students from the Universidad Laica
Regenerative Vanua and the Global Agritourism Network (GAN) led a pivotal pre-summit field workshop titled “A Hands-On Journey Through Sustainable Food Experiences”, in the lead-up to
Empowering Youth through Gastronomy was the key theme explored at the 2nd World Gastronomy Summit, held at the Pacific Conference Center, ULEAM. The event was
Empowering youth as guardians of living heritage, leveraging natural heritage for sustainable economic development, and strengthening global networks through fair trade and knowledge exchange were
As World Region of Gastronomy 2026, recognized by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT), Manabí has positioned its gastronomic heritage as a driver of employment,
Manabí, World Region of Gastronomy 2026, successfully organised and hosted the inaugural Manabí Young Chef Competition 2025, marking a significant step in the region’s commitment to cultivating
Dr Diane Dodd, President of the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT), delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 13th
The International Institute for Gastronomy, Culture, Art, and Tourism (IGCAT) has Awarded Manabí the prestigious title of World Region of Gastronomy 2026, recognising the province’s outstanding
An international jury, composed of four international experts and accompanied by the president of IGCAT, Diane Dodd PhD, has considered the candidacy of the Manabí