Italian cuisine, UNESCO heritage, at the Internazionali d'Italia

13 May 2026 — Rome, Foro Italico. A dedicated evening celebrated Italian cuisine—recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage—just steps away from the courts hosting the Internazionali d'Italia tennis tournament.

The event, organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests together with ISMEA, highlighted the role of Italian gastronomy as a marker of national identity, a driver of agri-food quality and a bridge between tradition and local territories.

• Awards: the minister presented honors to four media professionals and one chef for their efforts in promoting Italian culinary culture.
• Event goals: showcase agri-food excellence, support local supply chains and strengthen the connection between food, territory and communities.
• Setting: held at Foro Italico during the Internazionali d'Italia, the initiative connected sporting audiences with the promotion of culinary heritage.

For visitors to UNESCO Sites in Italy, events like this offer practical ways to discover regional products and food itineraries. Check official ministry and organizer channels for information on similar future events and participation details.