Even though Cali has gained recognition as the salsa capital of the world, its gastronomy has attracted the attention of its visitors over the last years, giving it a leading role. And the truth is that this City of southwestern Colombia, which is the gastronomic epicenter of Valle del Cauca, has one of the country's richest and most varied cuisine.
The multi-ethnic and diverse cultures in the region converge to create an exceptional gastronomic scene. Santiago de Cali's cuisine of this agricultural region is characterized by having an immense amount of ingredients, thanks to its privileged geographical location. As a result, this cuisine offers an exquisite mixture of tastes, textures, and fragrances that uses local products from the Western and Central Andes mountains and the wild coasts of the Pacific Ocean.
Cali's Gastronomic routes were created to present Santiago de Cali's development and socio-cultural transformation through its varied gastronomic offer. Identifying the flavors and knowledge of traditional cuisines prevails during these unique touristic experiences.
The Festival of Music Petronio Álvarez, or simply "El Petronio," is dedicated to Colombian Pacific Folklore's music and gastronomy.
One of its main events is Pacífico Cocina, the largest gastronomical festival in the Colombian southwest region. During three days every year, with more than 6 000 attendees, Pacífico Cocina is one of the largest culinary festivals in Latin America. The Pacific cuisine is the protagonist of this event, which congregates both national and international visitors.
Fruits, vegetables, and Pacific food are the main ingredients in one of the most important markets of Colombia. The perfect place to immerse yourself in the City's gastronomy is La Galeria Alameda, located in a market square of one of Cali's most traditional neighborhoods with the same name.
Spring 2024 Activities SummarySpring 2024 was a very dynamic season for the Délice Network, with several significant activities showcasing our commitment to culinary excellence and cultural exchange. He1
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After a first Study Tour organized by the city of Malmö, it is the turn of Gaziantep to host this year’s one.
Through 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.
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