{"id":26437,"date":"2023-05-22T13:31:29","date_gmt":"2023-05-22T11:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test-oldwebsite.igcat.org\/world-food-gifts-2023\/"},"modified":"2023-05-23T14:06:31","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T12:06:31","slug":"world-food-gifts-2023","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/test-oldwebsite.igcat.org\/es\/world-food-gifts-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"World Food Gifts 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

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World Food Gifts 2023<\/h1>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]El World Food Gift Challenge 2023<\/strong> se celebr\u00f3 en la isla de Kos en South Aegean, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2019<\/a>, el 27 de abril de 2023.<\/p>\n

Los mejores 10 obsequios culinarios para 2023 procedentes de las Regiones Mundiales y Europeas de Gastronom\u00eda han sido seleccionados por un jurado internacional de expertos como buenas pr\u00e1cticas por su capacidad de combinar sostenibilidad<\/strong>,\u00a0narraci\u00f3n de historias<\/strong>,\u00a0singularidad<\/strong>,\u00a0innovaci\u00f3n de la tradici\u00f3n<\/strong>\u00a0y\u00a0conexi\u00f3n con su regi\u00f3n<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb50px\u00bb][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

– 1st Prize –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26370,26372,26374,26366,26382″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

HONEY ISLAND<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]By Illa de Mel<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Menorca, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2022<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Honey Island won the hearts of the jury as an exemplary product offering quality honey (including one innovation in the form of creme honey), putting an emphasis on the importance of bees as pollinators and showing a good collaboration with the producers of the woven hand-crafted basket in which the product is packaged. The jury particularly liked that the basket could be reused, and that it represents sustainable packing, perfect for transportation. They also appreciated the creatively designed and informative leaflet contained within and available in various languages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Honey Island (Illa de Mel<\/em>) includes the three types of honey produced by Illa de Mel: spring honey, autumn honey, and cream honey. The honey jars come in a typical Menorcan basket called paner<\/em>, handmade with esparto grass by a local artisan. They achieve this remarkable variety of honeys – so different among one another – thanks to the diverse geographical areas where their hives are located and the floral variety that exists in Menorca in the different seasons of the year. Each of the three honey types presents completely different organoleptic characteristics.<\/p>\n

Illa de Mel obtain high-quality honey because they work in a very artisanal and sustainable way with cold processes. Their goal is to bring a bit of Menorcan nature to the palates of those who taste the honey.<\/p>\n

The product comes with three small flower-honeycomb-shaped brochures in three languages (Catalan, Spanish and English) where information about Illa de Mel, about Menorca and about the three honeys in the pack are displayed.<\/p>\n

Source: Illa de Mel<\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div>

<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCER<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Illa de Mel<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rafel and Sara are the people behind Illa de Mel. Two people in love with bees, Nature and Menorca. Two beekeepers committed to their environment and, more importantly, Menorca being a Biosphere Reserve since 1993. Taking into account the problematic situation that threatens pollinators, they see themselves in the responsibility of contributing their grain of sand and creating awareness of the importance of caring for the environment and its biodiversity. In this sense, they want to bring people closer to the fascinating world of bees and make known the importance of these insects and other pollinators for the preservation of biodiversity and for feeding people (they are responsible for a third of the food in the world).<\/p>\n

In addition, Illa de Mel wants to give value to the concept of \u00abproximity product.\u00bb They want to show where their honey comes from and how they care for their bees. They believe that it is the best way to give value to the work of bees, to their own work and to the product itself, giving it unmatched added value.<\/p>\n

Illa de Mel hopes that the current paradigm shift towards a gastronomy that is more sustainable, ecological, and more concerned about the planet, as well as the fact that Menorca is the European Gastronomic Region awarded 2022, will drive the value of a honey with its history and own identity. As committed beekeepers, Illa de Mel will continue to work with enthusiasm, love and dedication, pampering their bees, taking care of the products they provide us with detail and betting on the rural environment and contributing to creating an increasingly sustainable Menorca (source: Illa de Mel).<\/em><\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nContact person: Rafel Mascar\u00f3 Villalonga
\nEmail: illademelmenorca@gmail.com<\/a>
\nPhone: +34 630 769 129[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb20px\u00bb][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

– 2nd Prize –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26410,26412,26384″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

NOKIAKKA JAMS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]By Nokiakka<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Saimaa, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2024<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]The jury found it was a wonderful quality, tasty and original set of conserves made with local products. The use of bold colours on the gift box was considered to be delightfully modern both in branding and design. Taste and texture of the two products were remarked upon as being of very high quality by all jury members.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Set of two Nokiakka jams: Carrot\u2013Ginger and Beetroot\u2013Ginger.<\/p>\n

\u00abNokiakka jams flavours are born out of the harsh roots of the north and the burning passion for food. Nokiakka jams are made from local root vegetables and the other ingredients are mainly organic. They stand out from the others right from the first mouthful and always bring their own special addition to the dining table. It\u2019s caviar, but it\u2019s jam!<\/p>\n

\u00abNokiakka’s artisan jams work with both savoury and sweet foods. They are perfect with cheeses, to accompany smoked meats, with breakfast yoghurt or between a burger or a hot dog.<\/p>\n

Carrot\u2013Ginger jam<\/strong>
\n\u201cCrunchy carrot gives a perfect texture to the jam. Carrot ginger jam is a great match with both savory and sweet dishes. The Carrot-Ginger jam won The Best Finnish Artisanal Food Award in 2022.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ingredients carrot jam<\/strong> (52,5%), ginger (4,4%), sugar, lemon, water, spices (vanilla, cinnamon, rosemary)<\/p>\n

Beetroot\u2013Ginger jam<\/strong>
\n\u201cOur versatile and sweet beetroot jam holds a special place on festive tables and those everyday moments of sweet little pleasures.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ingredients beetroot jam<\/strong> (52,4%), ginger (4,4%), sugar, lemon, water, spices (vanilla, cinnamon, rosemary)<\/p>\n

Source: nokiakka.com<\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div>

<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCER<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Nokiakka<\/strong>
\nNokiakka is an award winning jam company from Finland. It was born out of two people’s love for food, each other and jam, where genuine ingredients, strong traditions and boundless creativity meet.<\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nEmail: info@nokiakka.com<\/a>
\nPhone: +358 44 305 0184<\/p>\n

Where to buy:<\/strong>
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– 3rd Prize –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26402,26404,26406,26388″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

MELEKOUNI P.G.I.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]By Filema Rodion<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]South Aegean, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2019<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]The jury appreciated that this exemplary product contains no preservatives, is 100% super food made with high quality local products, and is packaged in an innovative way. Moreover, it is highly connected to the gastronomic tradition of the region.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Melekouni is primarily a traditional treat of the island of Rhodes, offered in every celebration and joyful event (weddings, christenings, births, etc.) since the old times and all the ingredients could be found in abundance on the island. Traditionally, before such an event, the village women would gather and in a festive and joyful atmosphere they would prepare this unique delicacy using their own style and technique up until today.<\/p>\n

Melekouni has now been acknowledged as P.G.I product by official governing bodies and it can be found in packaging in shops as a highly nutritious snack.<\/p>\n

The design approach of Melekouni by Filema Rodion was based on a centre illustration telling the product’s story through its main ingredients. A sesame seed, a drop of honey and an almond are showcased in the front of the packaging, underlining the products process, naturalness and friendly nature of treat. A custom container has been designed so it can be distributed worldwide in an effort to export traditional goods.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div>

<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCER<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Filema Rodion<\/strong>
\nFilema Rodion is a local family business in Rhodes that makes authentic Greek treats with organic ingredients. It has been operating since 2014 producing traditional products in their purest form with the highest quality raw materials, while supporting local producers.<\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nEmail: info@filemarodion.gr<\/a>
\nPhone: +30 2241 074 209<\/p>\n

Where to buy:<\/strong>
\nPhysical shop – Meg. Konstantinou 55, Rodos 851 00, Greece<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb20px\u00bb][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

– Most Creative Branding –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26420,26422,26380″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

BOULETS DE TABLE (TABLE CANNONBALLS)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]Designed by Aequo.design<\/a>\u00a0for ALL<\/a>
\nRealised by C\u00e9ramique de Desvres<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Hauts-de-France, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2023<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]The jury found this product to be very original and interesting, especially because the branding concept was carried through both the box, bag and product. They appreciated that the product was inspired by the mining heritage of North-Pas de Calais and repurposed for a contemporary use. They also considered the packaging – a small fabric bag and a cardboard box – to be a nice and sustainable option.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Composed of fine dust of coal agglomerated to make a small black ball, smooth and more or less round, the coal ball was once used daily for heating and cooking in the homes of families during mining in the North-Pas-de-Calais.<\/p>\n

Inspired by this heritage, the set of three table balls ALL x Aequo.design is reinvented here in the form of a kitchen utensil, directly linked to heat: a universal trivet, a unique and offbeat decorative object that allows you to lay all types of dishes.<\/p>\n

The balls are made of enamelled ceramic, a heat-resistant material. The ALL mark is embossed in the ball like the markings of the industrialists of the mining times in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais area.<\/p>\n

This everyday object plays with the contrast of the coal ball, which produces heat, and the table ball, which resists it, creating of a unique object.<\/p>\n

The set of three balls is packed in a small pouch made with fabrics from the recovery of raw materials and embroidered by the Potencier embroidery located in Villers-Outreaux.<\/p>\n

Source: boutique-all.com<\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div>

<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCER<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]The Boulets de Table<\/em> are designed by Tim Defleur and Arthur Lenglin from Aequo Design<\/strong>, realised by Lionel Herbaut from C\u00e9ramique de Desvres<\/strong>, and marketed through the Autor du Louvre-Lens (ALL)<\/strong> brand.<\/p>\n

Aequo Design<\/strong>
\nAequo is a creative studio that combines its skills in industrial design and applied arts as well as its knowledge of the territory to meet different needs. Products, spaces or even services, Aequo operates in all fields of design with a strong identity and narrative concepts. Inspired by its territory, Aequo is committed to sustainable design. The studio favors local materials and know-how and seeks to create social ties through its projects (source: https:\/\/aequo.design\/<\/a>).<\/em><\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nAddresse: 27 Rue de l’Esp\u00e9rance, 59100 Roubaix, France<\/a>
\nEmail: contact@aequo.design<\/a>
\nPhone: Arthur Lenglin +33 6 21 17 81 83 \/ Tim Defleur +33 6 69 91 19 79<\/p>\n

Autor du Louvre-Lens (ALL)<\/strong>
\nA tourist destination, it is part of the transformation of an industrial territory that extends over the mining basin and Artois. Based on two international landmarks, the Louvre-Lens and UNESCO, ALL \u2013 Around the Louvre-Lens is a cultural and event destination for international short stays. It embodies a new generation of unique European destination, based on culture, people and creativity. Here, tourist shopping is part of the strong expectations of a cultural clientele, interested in the destination \u201cAround the Louvre-Lens\u201d and ready to indulge themselves. ALL objects are part of a co-creation approach.\u00a0They associate\u00a0an artisan creator\/designer\u00a0or a company and are exclusively made in France.\u00a0Unique, creative, these products contribute to shaping the image of the destination (source: https:\/\/www.autourdulouvrelens.fr\/<\/a>).<\/em><\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nAddresse: 84 rue Paul Bert (Louvre-Lens Valley), 62300 LENS, France<\/a>
\nEmail: online contact form<\/a><\/p>\n

Where to buy:<\/strong>
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– Most Sustainable Packaging and Product –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26414,26416,26418,26390″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

PLATES FROM METTE OF NORWAY<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]By Mette of Norway<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Trondheim-Tr\u00f8ndelag, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2022<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]The jury appreciated both the box and plates that are beautifully designed and elegant, yet made completely out of waste materials, showing excellent care for sustainability concepts. The jury also liked the size of this product which is useful and not too heavy to carry as a gift. They congratulated this high-quality product on being very original and exquisitely crafted with great skill.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]\u00bbCan you make small plates reminiscent of the sea and wind?\u00bb This was the challenge that Mette Bras\u00f8y received from Bj\u00f8rn Fjeldv\u00e6r, her husband, who runs Trondheim’s smallest and most unique restaurant Visit Bj\u00f8rn, in Ila.<\/p>\n

The green glaze on the plate is made with broken wine bottles from Bj\u00f8rn’s restaurant. The shards of glass melt together and form shades of colour that complement the delicacies of the sea. Each plate thus gets its own aesthetic play of colour, its own wave, its unique character.<\/p>\n

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<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCER<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]Mette of Norway<\/strong>
\nIn her workshop, Mette transforms old materials into products of a more modern nature. Dirt and greenery are planed away and the most beautiful patterns and colours appear. Beneath the surface, materials in astonishingly good condition are often revealed. She allows herself to be fascinated and inspired to further work with them. The shape and the natural patterns and colours guide her further in her work to create both beautiful and functional products. As the materials all have their own distinctive starting points, none of her products will be the same. All of them are unique and live their own lives in terms of their own form.<\/p>\n
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There is a story behind every material Mette of Norway uses. The raw materials are sustainable materials from reuse, often old timber and planks that have lived a long life, in proud houses and surroundings. In combination with newer materials or new designs, Mette creates products that are intended to be used, or to be decorative. Or preferably, both!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Source: metteofnorway.no<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Contact details:<\/strong>
\nAddress: Atelier Ilsvika, Mellomila 56, 7018 Trondheim, Norway<\/a>
\nEmail: metteofnorway@gmail.com<\/a>
\nPhone: +47 94836539<\/p>\n

Where to buy:<\/strong>
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– Most Ecological Choice –<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/3″][vc_gallery interval=\u00bb0″ images=\u00bb26330,26332,26334,26336,26338,26340,26342,26344,26346,26386″ img_size=\u00bbfull\u00bb][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\u00bb2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

AN APPLE, A BEE AND A TREE \u2013 \u010cEBEROL\u2019CA NATURAL BEESWAX WRAP<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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[vc_column_text]By Tja\u0161a Mesinger <\/strong>– Kreativni zavod Art kamra<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]Slovenia, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2022<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=\u00bb10px\u00bb][vc_column_text]This gift stood out as, on the one hand, it highlights the apple variety sevni\u0161ka vo\u0161\u010denka<\/em> (the Sevnica Waxed Apple), that needs to be preserved to ensure biodiversity in the region is maintained; on the other hand, it educates in the use of sustainable beeswax wrapping. The jury found this product to be beautifully crafted with great skill, as well as strongly connected to the history and traditions of the region, and appreciated the booklet with apple recipes included in the box.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
<\/span><\/span>ABOUT THE PRODUCT<\/h5>
[vc_column_text]The An Apple, a Bee and a Tree<\/em> package represents a chapter in the story of an old local fruit variety, sevni\u0161ka vo\u0161\u010denka<\/em> (the Sevnica Waxed Apple), which has a flavourful centuries-long history. It is wrapped in a handmade \u010ceberol\u2019ca beeswax wrap, which was made with care and using only local ingredients from organic farms. \u010ceberol\u2019ca wrap replaces all artificial foils and bags. It has multiple uses in the kitchen and elsewhere, limited only by your creativity. It is not only a gift \u2013 it is also a materialised desire to be involved in local natural and cultural heritage by taking sustainable approaches. In the box there is a QR code linking to the video<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u010ceberol\u2019ca \u2013 natural beeswax wrap ingredients:<\/p>\n