Wonderful news reaches us from 10,000 km away. ONAV Canada has a doubly joyful heart, because only a month ago the area in which it operates received great UNESCO recognition for
Eno-gastronomy, and now ONAV Canada is even happier about this wonderful news, which came just a few days before Holy Christmas and really seems like a Great Gift to put under the tree.
We believe this recognition celebrates not only our dishes, but also the Eno-gastronomy sector, a culture of gestures, people, territories, and history. Let us remember that Italian wine is a key player in this achievement, because it is an expression of the authentic culture of our lands, an integral part of our gastronomic identities. We hope that recognition will soon arrive for Italian wines as well; we will always be committed to promoting wine tasting, which for us remains an important cornerstone of wine appreciation. With this recognition, Italian Cuisine fully enters the intangible cultural heritage of humanity, demonstrating that food cannot be considered merely as nourishment, but also as culture, history, and, of course, the future.
With this recognition, Italy celebrates its ability to transform the table into a place of universal encounter, work, dialogue, and sharing. Italian cuisine is considered inclusive, capable of transcending cultural and generational barriers. Let’s focus on the fact that it’s not just a collection of recipes, but a true way of life, combining conviviality and respect for nature.
The UNESCO recognition is also a tribute to the know-how of Italian agri-food companies, ambassadors in the world not only of food, but also of Italian culture and society. I would like to remember Italian associations such as ONAV, FIC and others that have great added value, but which everyone forgets and this is very sad, because these associations train professionals who are then our standard-bearers.