The Food Capitals by Délice Network is the international network of cities committed to using food and gastronomy as powerful tools for economic and sustainable urban development, cultural identity, urban well-being, and city attractiveness.
Founded by Lyon in 2007, our non-profit organisation connects cities that are innovating in food culture, food policy, and food systems. Through annual gatherings, study tours, collaborative projects, and ongoing exchange, we build a community that learns together, shares best practices, and shapes the future of food and gastronomy.
The Network gathers over 25 Food Capitals from around the world. Each city brings its own traditions, innovations, and food culture: together we multiply our impact.
THE FOOD CAPITALS SUMMIT 2027
Celebrating 20 Years of Cities Around the Table
19-22 May 2027
Wrocław, Poland
Gaziantep Hosts International Gastronomy Networks Meeting during GastroAntep Festival
Representatives and chefs from The Food Capitals, the UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy and the Culinary Heritage Network gathered in Gaziantep to exchange ideas, share good practices and explore new oppo...
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The Food Capitals and Tucson in Turin for Terra Madre 2026
From September 24 to 26, Felipe Garcia, President & CEO of Visit Tucson, and President of The Food Capitals, represented the international network in Turin, Italy, during Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 202...
Learn moreThrough collaborative projects, annual gatherings, study tours, and continuous exchanges, our network fosters a dynamic community where cities learn from each other, share best practices, and co-create innovative solutions for the future of food and gastronomy.
We invite cities that share our commitment to food-driven urban transformation to join us in shaping a better food future.
