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New Episode - From Tunisia, With Flavor

New Episode Just out! �� New Podcast Episode Alert! Episode 75: “From Tunisia, With Flavor” featuring Jamie Furniss Dive into Tunisia’s rich culinary heritage in our latest episode! ��️ Available now on Spotify , iTunes & your favorite podcast platforms (Search for "Taste of Place") �� Prefer video? Watch it now

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Association Names New Ambassador on Aruba

World Food Travel Association Names New Ambassador on Aruba Dr. Gerald (Gino) Kock is an accomplished alumnus of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), graduating in 1987. With over 15 years of diverse experience in the hotel, restaurant, airline, and healthcare industries across Aruba, St. Maarten, the Netherlands, and the

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2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Announced

Francesc Fusté-Forné from Catalonia is the Latest Recipient of the Prestigious Award We are pleased to announce that Francesc Fusté-Forné has been named the latest recipient of the esteemed Food Tourism Industry Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding individuals whose dedication and contributions have profoundly shaped the food

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Allison Zinder - The French Legacy

In this episode number 73 of our Taste of Place podcast, we speak with Allison Zinder, an American living in Paris. We speak about French food, culture and language, and why the French culinary legacy is so profound. Here is the audio version of the podcast, or if you prefer

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Nicosia Cyprus Named First Culinary Capital in Europe

Nicosia - Where History and Modernity Unite We are pleased to announce that Nicosia, Cyprus has become the first city in Europe to join our Culinary Capitals network. This recognition establishes Nicosia as a premier destination for food and beverage enthusiasts, securing its place on the global culinary map. Cypriots

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Puerto Natales Named the World’s Next Culinary Capital

Puerto Natales Named the World’s Next Culinary Capital Puerto Natales, at the southern tip of Chile, has been awarded the esteemed Culinary Capital title by the World Food Travel Association (WFTA), the world’s leading authority on culinary tourism. This recognition highlights Puerto Natales as a destination that meets

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2024 Global Culinary Travel Awards Winners Announced

2024 Global Culinary Travel Awards Winners Announced Our judges have completed their final deliberations and we are pleased to announce the finalists and winners of our Association's 2024 Global Culinary Travel Awards.             Best Program to Promote Culinary Culture to Visitors         Eat & Walkabout (Spain)                 Best Beverage Experience for

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Audrey Kelly - Empower Others

In this episode number 72 of the Taste of Place podcast, we speak with Audrey Kelly. Audrey is the co-owner and head pizza maker at Audrey Jane’s Pizza Garage in Boulder, Colorado in the USA, which she runs with her brother, Peter. After studying pizza-making under Tony Gemignani, she

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Global Culinary Travel Awards Semi-Finalists Announced

2024 Global Culinary Travel Awards Semi-Finalists Announced We are pleased to announce that our judges have completed their preliminary deliberations and have arrived at a list of Semi-Finalists for our Association's 2024 Global Culinary Travel Awards.             Best Program to Promote Culinary Culture to Visitors         Eat & Walkabout (Spain)

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New Association Ambassador in Finland

New Association Ambassador in Finland We are pleased to announce that our World Food Travel Association (WFTA), the world’s leading authority on food and beverage tourism industry, has named Anna Rinteinen as its first Ambassador in Finland. Founded in 2003, the mission of the WFTA is to help destination

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Joe Carlucci - Career. Culture. Lifestyle.

In this Episode number 71 of the Taste of Place podcast, we speak with Joe Carlucci. Joe owns Valentina's Pizzeria in Madison, Alabama (USA). His 30 years in the pizza industry have brought remarkable highs and devastating lows. He’s worked hard to create a culture at Valentina’

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Allie Bahn - Communication is the Key

In Episode 70 of the Taste of Place podcast, we speak with Allie Bahn. Allie is a distinguished food allergy travel expert and travel consultant. With a focus on empowering travelers with severe food allergies, Allie offers invaluable guidance through her blog and consulting work. Her expertise stems from personal

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Yol Hikayeleri - Antakya, Turkey

Yol Hikayeleri - Antakya, Turkey Çoğumuz Şubat 2023'te Hatay, Türkiye bölgesini vuran 7.8 şiddetindeki yıkıcı depremi duymuşuzdur. Ancak çok azımız bu doğal afetin Türk mutfak kültürü üzerinde ne kadar etkili olduğunu fark etmiştir. Türkiye, her biri kendine özgü mutfağa sahip yedi büyük bölgeye sahiptir. Güneydoğu Anadolu bölgesi

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Tales from the Road - Antioch, Turkey

Tales from the Road - Antioch, Turkey Most of us have heard about the devastating 7.8 earthquake that struck the Hatay, Turkey region in February 2023. What few of us realized however, is how much impact the natural disaster had on Turkish culinary culture. Turkey has seven major regions,

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Investing in the Culinary Tourist Guiding Profession

WFTA and WFTGA Relaunch Strategic Partnership The World Food Travel Association (WFTA) and the     World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations   (WFTGA) are thrilled to announce the relaunch of their strategic partnership, focusing on the training and certification of culinary tourist guides. This collaboration aims to address the growing interest in

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Relatos de los Viajes - Cuenca, Ecuador

Relatos de los Viajes - Cuenca, Ecuador El mes pasado estuvimos en Cuenca, Ecuador, en parte para descubrir por nosotros mismos las alegrías de esta pintoresca ciudad de montaña, y en parte para pastorear en la nueva Capital Culinaria de nuestra Asociación. Sabíamos por la candidatura de Cuenca que nos

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Tales from the Road - Cuenca, Ecuador

Tales from the Road - Cuenca, Ecuador Last month, we were in Cuenca, Ecuador, partly to discover for ourselves the joys of this picturesque mountain town, and partly to shepherd in our Association's newest Culinary Capital. We knew from Cuenca's application that we were in for

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Daniel Contreras - Making It My Own

Chef Daniel Contreras is the culinary visionary behind Dos Sucres, a celebrated restaurant nestled in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador. With a passion for Ecuadorian cuisine and a dedication to sustainable and locally-sourced ingredients, Chef Daniel has established Dos Sucres as a beacon of gastronomic excellence. Born and raised in

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Could Madeira be the next best undiscovered culinary destination?

Europe's Best Island Destination Hides Culinary Riches Madeira, a Portuguese treasure in the middle of the Atlantic, has just been recognized by the World Travel Awards as the best island destination in Europe. This archipelago, enticing with its pleasant climate and warm hospitality, hides an unmatched culinary heritage

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World Food Travel Association and Culinary Heritage Network Forge New Partnership

In a landmark move set to revolutionise the intersection of culinary heritage, local food production, and global travel, Sweden's Culinary Heritage Network (CHN) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the United States-based World Food Travel Association (WFTA) on 1st March 2024. This alliance marks a significant step

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2024 State of the Industry Report Available

Recently we released our “2024 State of the Industry (SOTI) – Food & Beverage Tourism” report. It is available as a free download . The SOTI report is our Association's annual bellwether assessment and analysis of the food and beverage tourism industry (also known as culinary tourism or gastronomy tourism)

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Cuenca Ecuador Joins Culinary Capitals

We just announced announced that Cuenca, Ecuador is the latest city to join our Culinary Capitals network! Ecuadorians recognize Cuenca as the food capital of Ecuador. And while the entire country has great food, if travelers want the best of the best, they need to head to Cuenca. One incredibly

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Fred Lizee - Tout Est Possible

In this episode, number 68, of The Business of Food Travel podcast, we speak with Fred Lizée. Fred is a tourism industry professional from France. He has been working in responsible adventure travel for 15 years, with professional experiences in Europe, Asia and Australia. He is passionate about outdoor expeditions,

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Rico Mandel - Don't Be Afraid

In this episode number 67 of The Business of Food Travel podcast, we speak with Rico Mandel. In 2001, when the dotcom bubble burst and then September 11 hit, Rico's marketing business collapsed. After some soul searching, he decided to enroll in culinary school, an experience that changed

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Global Culinary Travel Awards 2023 Winners Announced

Winners Announced for the 2023 Global Culinary Travel Awards Today the World Food Travel Association announced the winners of its 2023 Global Culinary Travel Awards . This is the seventh year of the Awards, which recognize excellence and innovation in six categories within the gastronomy tourism industry. This year’s winners