As June arrives, markets across Tunisia fill with one of the season’s brightest treasures: the lemon. Whether squeezed over grilled fish, transformed into a refreshing ‘citronade’ or preserved in salt for future feasts, the humble qarṣ (lemon) is an essential ingredient in Tunisian kitchens. The Lemon Country of Tunisia Tunisia’s citrus heritage is closely tied…
Jury, IGCAT and consortium members during the evaluation visit. Cap Bon has reached an important milestone in its journey towards international recognition as a leading gastronomic destination. Following the visit of an international jury from the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT), the region has been recommended for the title of World…
The Islamic New Year may have passed, but in Nabeul the celebrations leave behind more than memories. Every year, the streets and workshops of Nabeul come alive with one of Tunisia’s most distinctive seasonal traditions: the making of sugar dolls. Hand-moulded and carefully painted, these colourful creations are more than festive sweets; they are edible…
The road to Cap Bon’s candidature as World Region of Gastronomy 2028 reached a key milestone on 1st of December 2025 with the submission of its official bid book to the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT). Titled A Shakshouka of Flavours in the Heart of the Mediterranean, the publication became the…
In a landmark development for the African and MENA regions, Cap Bon (Tunisia) has been officially welcomed as a candidate for the World Region of Gastronomy 2028 Award. The announcement will be formally confirmed during IGCAT's 12th Annual General Meeting and 36th Advisory Forum, held on 18 June 2025, marking a significant milestone for the region and the Platform.