Philippines Hosts First UN Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in Asia-Pacific
Event in Cebu aims to advance culinary tourism and sustainable practices
The Philippines is hosting the UN's first regional forum on gastronomy tourism in Cebu, alongside the annual joint meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the Commission for South Asia. Organized by the Philippine government, UN Tourism, and the Basque Culinary Center, the event on June 26-27 focuses on advancing culinary tourism, preserving local traditions, and promoting sustainability. Philippine Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco highlighted the sector's potential for economic growth and cultural exchange. The event began with a ceremonial pouring of rice into a giant puso, a traditional Filipino rice cake.
Frasco emphasized the importance of showcasing Filipino culinary traditions, which reflect a diverse heritage. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili announced plans to establish an educational gastronomy center in the Philippines, recognizing the importance of education for tourism. The forum concluded with the Cebu Call to Action on Gastronomy Tourism, urging public and private sector leaders to integrate gastronomy tourism into policy and practice. The statement emphasized cooperation across sectors, support for small businesses, and sustainable practices to protect local cultures and the environment.
Frasco emphasized the importance of showcasing Filipino culinary traditions, which reflect a diverse heritage. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili announced plans to establish an educational gastronomy center in the Philippines, recognizing the importance of education for tourism. The forum concluded with the Cebu Call to Action on Gastronomy Tourism, urging public and private sector leaders to integrate gastronomy tourism into policy and practice. The statement emphasized cooperation across sectors, support for small businesses, and sustainable practices to protect local cultures and the environment.
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