The European Union organizes the first European Culinary Festival

The European Union organizes the first European Culinary Festival The European Union organizes the first European Culinary Festival https://innews.media/en/news/id-14818

The Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Azerbaijan, in partnership with the Embassies of the EU Member States will host the first “Taste of Europe” Culinary Festival at the Aquatic Palace, the European Games Park on 24 June 2023. This is an outdoor event to showcase the European cuisine to the Azerbaijani public.

Everybody interested to learn more about the European cuisine, participate in culinary master-classes and culinary-related competitions are invited to join the “Taste of Europe” Culinary Festival on 24 June from 17:00 to 21.00 at the Aquatic Palace, the European Games Park. Embassies of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Italy, Poland and Romania will familiarize visitors with cuisine of their countries.

During the event, the “Tastes of Europe” book, published by the EU Delegation, will be presented. The book is a collection of traditional recipes from the 27 EU Member States translated into the Azerbaijani language. The book is also available in an electronic format on the web-site of the EU Delegation.

“Food occupies an important role in the Azerbaijani and entire European culture. Like in Europe, eating together is especially valued here. We invite you to indulge in European meals, discover culinary traditions, find new favourites to share with loved ones”, said Peter Michalko, EU Ambassador to Azerbaijan.

The event will also feature the awarding ceremony of the culinary competition of European dishes organized by “Azeri Home Chef” Facebook page prior to the event. That will also include a display of meals prepared by shortlisted participants of the competition. The Festival will be accompanied with a concert of local musicians performing in Azerbaijani and European languages.

Join us to enjoy the taste of Europe!