Alicante Gastronomic positions itself as the largest experiential fair from Spain with more than 400 activities in its programming, which will include showcookings, presentations, tastings, workshops, competitions and round tables. Lovers of good food will be able to live an unprecedented experience, knowing up close and with the help of more than 250 exhibitors the gastronomic wealth that this province bathed by the Mediterranean has to offer.
This event has established itself as one of the unmissable events in the Spanish gastronomic calendar, with an approach that goes beyond simple tasting. It is a large experiential fair in which visitors can fully immerse themselves in the culinary diversity Mediterranean, learning from the best chefs, pastry chefs and producers in the sector.
In this edition, the fair will have the participation of 120 big names of gastronomy, including pastry chefs such as Paco Torreblanca or renowned Michelin-starred and Repsol-sole chefs such as the Torres brothers, Carmen Ruscalla, Kiko Moya, Alberto Ferruz, Fran Martínez, Susi Díaz or pastry chefs of the caliber of Albert Adriá, Jordi Roca, Oriol Balaguer, Iginio Massari, among others. Throughout the four days of the competition, visitors will be able to watch live cooking demonstrations and discover the secrets of the emblematic dishes of Mediterranean cuisine.
One of the novelties of this edition will be the presence of Morocco as a guest country, which will be represented by the famous chef Najat Kaanache. With a proposal that combines tradition and modernity, Kaanache will offer a series of demonstrations that will highlight the richness of flavors and aromas of Moroccan cuisine.
Paco Torreblanca participates in the event with a pastry competition
The fair’s program offers a wide variety of activities for all types of audiences. Since tastings From wines, champagnes, oils, chocolates and cheeses, to cooking workshops for adults and children, the fair is a unique opportunity to enjoy gastronomy in a participatory and educational way. Participants will be able to discover innovative culinary techniques, the use of local, local and sustainable products, as well as the latest trends in the world of catering.
On the other hand, 16 competitions will be organized, including the first edition of the ‘International Prize of Haute Patisserie Paco Torreblanca‘ for the best chocolate cake in the world, the XVII Spanish Tortilla de Patatas Championship, the V Competition of the Best rice of the Mediterranean, the 1st Competition of the Best Bread of the Mediterranean or the 2nd Competition of Cute and Toñas, which seek to highlight tradition and promote creativity in local cuisine. These competitions not only highlight excellence in the production of typical products, but also promote the use of high-quality ingredients.
Alicante Gastronomic is not only an event for the general public, but also an essential meeting point for professionals in the sector. With the presence of more than 250 exhibitors and more than 120 Michelin stars YesOles RepsolThe show positions itself as an ideal platform for chefs, restaurateurs, producers and distributors to present their products and services, establish contacts and explore new business opportunities.
Alicante Gastronomic 2024 thus appears as an unrivaled culinary event in the national framework, as well as an unmissable event for those who wish to enjoy the best of Mediterranean gastronomy and live a unique experience in a dynamic and participatory environment.
