XI Anniversary of the recognition of the Mediterranean Diet as a UNESCO Cultural Heritage of Humanity includes a week of events, which culminate in the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World On November 16, 2010 in Nairobi, 166 member states of UNESCO unanimously voted for the candidacy of the Mediterranean Diet, among the intangible [...]
On November 22nd, between 10 am and 12 pm, the Webinar "Mediterranean Diet and healthy school nutrition" will take place. This launching event of number 2 of the Magazine of the Competence Center for the Mediterranean Diet will count on the presence of representatives from various institutions such as the Directorate-General for Health, the Directorate-General [...]
In December 2021, Agros will be converted into a Christmas village with a distinct Mediterranean flavor and stalls with local artifacts and crafts. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore traditional products of Agros and the Troodos region.
The International Mediterranean Diet Conference takes place every two years during Alimentaria - The International Food, Drinks and Food Service Trade Show. The next edition will take place April 4th to 7th 2022 (the date of the conference is yet to be determined) in Barcelona, Spain. Two days of conferences conducted by international experts on [...]
Join the Mediterranean Diet Emblematic Communities Network and explore the power of the Mediterranean Diet! When? Between April 20th and May 9th How? 1. Prepare a traditional meal that is representative of your culture and traditions; 2. Sit around the table with family and/or friends; 3. Take pictures of the preparation, the dishes, the recipes, [...]
The most important annual festival taking place in Agros is the Rose Festival in May. The Festival showcases the diverse cultural heritage of Agros, ranging from traditional gastronomy to crafts making, music and dance and provides an opportunity to local community members and visitors to celebrate the most beautiful season in Agros, when Rosa Damascena [...]
The Chefchaouen regional goat fair is organized by the Chamber of Agriculture of the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region in partnership with the Regional Directorate of Agriculture and the National Association of Sheep and Goat Breeders. The main objectives of this fair are to create a place to exchange experiences and expertise in the field of goat [...]
From May 20th to June 12th, the flavors of the coast set the tone for the menus of the 20 establishments in Cabanas, Santa Luzia, and Tavira that joined another edition of the Sea Gastronomy Festival. Oysters, anchovy, cod, mackerel, salmon, tuna, sea bass, croaker, grouper, octopus, cuttlefish, squid and shrimp, together with regional wines [...]
On the 31st of May, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Fonte Boa Innovation Hub - Santarém, the Seminar “Challenges for Safeguarding and Enhancement of the Mediterranean Diet in the Territories” will take place, which aims to present the results of the TerritorialMED Project – Safeguarding and Enhancement of the Mediterranean Diet in [...]
The 3rd Wine, Olive and Heritage Festival will be held in Jelsa on the island of Hvar from 13th to 18th June 2022. The festival will promote Hvar's local producers in the context of Mediterranean diet, a concept based on knowledge and professional practice with due regard to natural food sources obtained from land and sea, which [...]
From 4-9 July, in Cilento Italy where the term "Mediterranean Diet" was first coined, eight teenagers between the ages of 15-19 will join fishermen, scientists, chefs, policymakers, and activists to explore and discover the sustainable values of the Mediterranean Diet. This unique week-long program provides youth with tangible, real-world insights into the cultural heritage and [...]
The 9th Xarkis Festival will take place in Agros from the 15th-17th of July 2022. The program will include a wealth of engaging festival experiences, ranging from workshops, performances, live music, talks, discussions, and interventions. It also includes an Artists’ Residency program starting from the 4th-14th of July. Over a period of 10 days, a [...]
