Grenada, The Spice of the Caribbean, Named World's First "Culinary Capital"
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LONDON, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/--
Today the World Food Travel Association (WFTA) announced that it has just named
Grenada and sister islands Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, as the world's
first "Culinary Capital." Culinary Capitals is a regenerative tourism program
devised by the WFTA to put the spotlight on culinary cultures around the world
as the tourism industry begins to recover after its long hiatus.
Kirl Grant-Hoschtialek, Acting CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), said
that "the Culinary Capitals destination accreditation by the World Food Travel
Association is a huge achievement for Grenada. We are known around the world
as the Spice of the Caribbean, so it is fitting that we are the first Caribbean
island to earn this designation. This will undoubtedly attract discerning
travelers who want to explore the link between food and culture, and who want
to ensure that every dish they have on their vacation tastes amazing!"
The integration of spices into Grenada's cuisine has resulted in an overall
robust and flavourful national food profile. From fine dining to casual
beachside restaurants and even street food, it is undeniable that Grenadians
have a taste and flair for delicious food. The islands are perfectly
positioned as a Culinary Capital, with their many distinctive culinary assets
to showcase. Examples include the tradition of saraka, the national dish 'oil
down', chocolate, nutmeg ice cream, handcrafted rums, and of course, the many
uses of the spices on the island - both in food and for medicinal and wellness
purposes.
Now that Grenada's unique culinary culture is officially recognized, the GTA is
set to market the destination to "foodie travelers" and further develop the
island's food tourism offerings and put Grenada on the map for consumers who
travel for unique and memorable food and beverage experiences.
Erik Wolf, Executive Director of the World Food Travel Association, the world's
leading authority on food and beverage tourism, said that "Smaller destinations
like Grenada need every competitive advantage, and that is what Culinary
Capitals provides. Savvy food-loving travelers are adding destinations like
Grenada to their bucket lists right now, eagerly waiting for when they can
travel again."
The Culinary Capitals program accredits eligible destinations through a
rigorous application process. The program is about much more than just earning
recognition. Successful destinations also receive marketing and strategy
support for the coming year, as they put their new moniker to good use in their
destination marketing efforts. And for food- and beverage-loving travelers,
Culinary Capitals designation gives them new choices with under-visited
destinations, which is exactly what travelers now seek post-pandemic.
Interested destinations can contact the WFTA about becoming an accredited
Culinary Capital.
ABOUT GRENADA (
)
Grenada comprises three islands in one unique destination located in the
Caribbean's southernmost region. With 50 world-class white sand beaches, 15
breathtaking waterfalls, countless hiking trails, and 60 unforgettable dive
sites including the largest shipwreck in the Caribbean and the world's first
Underwater Sculpture Park as well as offering unmatched charm, warm and
friendly hospitality, each visitor enjoys a seamlessly tailored
beyond-the-ordinary Pure Grenada experience.
ABOUT THE WORLD FOOD TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (
) (WFTA)
The WFTA is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2001 by Erik Wolf,
its current Executive Director. It is recognized as the world's leading
authority on food and beverage tourism (a.k.a. culinary tourism and gastronomy
tourism). The WFTA's mission is to preserve and promote culinary cultures
through hospitality and tourism. Every year, the organization provides
professional programs and services to 200,000 professionals in 150+ countries.
Media Contact:
Erik Wolf
+44-7827-582-554
help@worldfoodtravel.org
SOURCE: World Food Travel Association
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