THE WORLD'S LEADING AUTHORITY

ON FOOD & BEVERAGE TOURISM

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We're the world's oldest and largest organization focused on the development and promotion of food and beverage tourism (a.k.a. culinary tourism and gastronomy tourism).

We work with destination marketers and their stakeholders to facilitate the discovery and appreciation of unique culinary cultures by travelers.

How can we help your destination, organization or business?

Here are three quick suggestions.

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Our official B2B community and the best place to connect, explore, share, and get inspired by everything related to food and beverage tourism (a.k.a. culinary tourism & gastronomy tourism).

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What is food tourism?


"The act of traveling for a taste of place in order to get a sense of place." ™

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WHAT WE DO

Our 20+ years experience with the food & beverage tourism industry gives us an undisputed edge to identify economic opportunities where food and beverage meet travel and hospitality.​

Our knowledge, tools and training help trade professionals like you and organizations like yours to leverage your area's culinary culture and heritage to create a stronger sense of place, which:


  1. increases visitor arrivals;
  2. increases your destination's brand equity;
  3. enhances local pride;
  4. generates export demand for your area's food and beverage products; and
  5. creates a significant economic impact on the area.

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