Cap Bon Officially Designated as a Global Gastronomy Region for 2028

Korba, Nabeul Governorate, Tunisia - This Friday, the Cap Bon region was officially designated as a global gastronomy region for 2028, as part of an international initiative led by the International Institute of Culinary Arts, Culture, and Tourism. This distinction opens the way for the organization of the 2028 Global Gastronomy Summit in the region.

According to Nabeul Regional Tourism Commissioner, Wahid Ben Faraj, this title recognizes the efforts to promote and value Tunisian culinary heritage, placing the Cap Bon region within a network of approximately 60 labeled regions worldwide. The region is expected to welcome international actors in the gastronomy and tourism sectors in the coming years.

An international delegation composed of jury members conducted an evaluation mission in the Nabeul Governorate earlier this week. They visited several natural, cultural, and tourist sites to assess the region's potential. The experts praised the richness of local heritage, gastronomic diversity, and environmental assets of the Cap Bon region.

Field visits highlighted local products and culinary traditions, with a particular interest in olive oil production and artisanal products. The delegation also explored several iconic sites, including Soliman, Haouaria, Takelsa, the archaeological site of Kerkouane, and Kélibia.

Lamia Tamimi, Executive Director of the "Sawa Taste of Tunisia" initiative, stated that the Cap Bon region will become an international showcase for a year, hosting representatives from labeled regions. She also emphasized that the Cap Bon region is the first African candidate to be integrated into this global platform, enhancing its international visibility.

Diana Dood, President of the International Institute of Culinary Arts, Culture, and Tourism, estimated that this recognition goes beyond the gastronomic framework. She stressed the importance of cooperation between local and international actors in promoting cultural and culinary heritage.

Delegation members participated in culinary workshops and tasted several Tunisian specialties, including chakchouka, brik, and makroudh, as well as traditional preparations from Kélibia.

This distinction is part of a strategy to promote sustainable tourism and local heritage, supported by a cooperation protocol between the Nabeul Regional Tourism Delegation, training structures, environmental associations, and the "Sawa Taste of Tunisia" initiative.

Key Facts:

• The Cap Bon region is the first African candidate to be integrated into the global gastronomy platform.
• The region will become an international showcase for a year, hosting representatives from labeled regions.
• The distinction is part of a strategy to promote sustainable tourism and local heritage.
• The Cap Bon region is part of a network of approximately 60 labeled regions worldwide.