World Food Gift Challenge
What is the World Food Gift Challenge?
The World Food Gift Challenge is a prestigious international competition that recognizes the best artisanal food and food-related craft gifts from the European and World Regions of Gastronomy. This initiative aims to give international visibility to small- and medium-sized producers, preserving traditions while fostering innovation and sustainability.
2025 Competition & Gala Highlights
The 2025 edition of the World Food Gift Challenge took place in Sicily, awarded European Region of Gastronomy 2025, on 9 May 2025. This edition showcased outstanding products that reflect regions’ rich culinary heritage and craftsmanship.
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NEWS & UPDATES

Omar Valdez joins as Chair of the Jury for IGCAT’s World Food Gift Challenge Award 2026
Executive Director of the UN Tourism Academy, IGCAT Board Member and IGCAT Expert from Argentina, Omar Valdez joins as Chair of the Jury for IGCAT’s

Jacinta Dalton joins the Jury of IGCAT’s World Food Gift Challenge 2026
Head of Culinary Arts & Service Industries at the Atlantic Technological University, Galway, IGCAT Expert from Ireland, Jacinta Dalton joins the jury of IGCAT’s World

Shirinda P. Pulluru joins the Jury of IGCAT’s World Food Gift Challenge 2026
Food & Wine Strategy Consultant Shirinda P. Pulluru joins the jury of IGCAT’s World Food Gift Challenge 2026. Her career spans fourteen years across food,