Casa Artusi: the centre's role in promoting Italian Cuisine as UNESCO

Casa Artusi and Italian Cuisine as UNESCO Intangible Heritage: a centre for tradition

On 12 April 2026 Casa Artusi reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Italian Cuisine, recognized as UNESCO intangible heritage. Located in Forlimpopoli, the centre operates as a cultural hub, cooking school and archive of Italian culinary traditions.

What Casa Artusi offers

• Training: courses and workshops for enthusiasts and professionals that explore recipes, techniques and local food cultures.
• Research and preservation: a library and archives dedicated to the history of Italian home cooking.
• Events and outreach: talks, tastings and initiatives that enhance the culinary heritage recognized by UNESCO.

Why it matters for the UNESCO listing

Casa Artusi plays both a practical and symbolic role in safeguarding Italian Cuisine as intangible heritage: it connects communities, skills and culinary practices, supporting the protection and transmission of traditions to new generations.

Practical tips for visiting

• Check the programme on the official channels or contact the centre to book courses and workshops.
• Join a class or guided visit to appreciate the link between everyday cooking and cultural heritage.
• Combine the visit with other destinations in Romagna for a cultural and gastronomic itinerary.
• Bring curiosity and respect for local practices: many activities highlight traditional producers and recipes.

Practical note: the article refers to 12 April 2026. For up-to-date information on opening times and events, consult the centre's official channels.