In this episode, we travel to Castelldefels, a coastal city just outside Barcelona that is using gastronomy as a powerful tool for identity, social cohesion, and tourism. We’re joined by Guillermo Massana, Councillor for Tourism and Hospitality, to hear how a city of 70 000 inhabitants and over 500 restaurants has built a shared culinary vision: from its multicultural food scene to a signature rice dish, Arròs de Castelldefels, that brings chefs, local producers, and public institutions together. At the crossroads of sea, mountains, and farmland, Castelldefels shows how food can unite a city around a shared table.

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About the Food Capitals by Délice Network

The Food Capitals 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, this non-profit organisation gathers cities, working together on food culture, food sector, food policies, and food scene development. Through annual gatherings, study tours, collaborative projects and year-round dialogue, the network fosters a global community dedicated to learning, sharing, and connecting through food.

www.thefoodcapitals.com

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Today, we’re heading to the southeastern corner of Türkiye, to Gaziantep, the culinary capital of this country,where every street whispers a recipe, and every dish tells a centuries-old tale.

In this episode, Ece Akdemir, Foreign affairs expert in the metropolitan municipality of Gaziantep, will share about the traditions, the ingredients, and the passionate people who make up this city’s gastronomic heritage.

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About the Food Capitals by Délice Network

The Food Capitals 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, this non-profit organisation gathers cities, working together on food culture, food sector, food policies, and food scene development. Through annual gatherings, study tours, collaborative projects and year-round dialogue, the network fosters a global community dedicated to learning, sharing, and connecting through food.

www.thefoodcapitals.com

About Gaziantep :
Gaziantep is one of Türkiye's most historic yet fastest-growing cities, home to over two million people and a vibrant metropolitan life. Positioned at the crossroads of ancient trade routes, the city blends deep cultural heritage with modern innovation and industry. Recognized by UNESCO for its exceptional cuisine, and a member of The Food Capitals, Gaziantep stands as Türkiye's culinary capital, celebrated worldwide for its rich flavors and strong local food culture. With its commitment to sustainability, creative development, and resilient urban growth, Gaziantep is a dynamic green city where tradition and forward-looking progress thrive together.

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Today we take you to Cali, Colombia, a vibrant city filled with flavor, tradition, and culinary stories waiting to be discovered.

Joining us at the table in this episode is Catalina García, the executive director of the Cali Valle Bureau. She will share about the multicultural heritage that shapes the city’s culinary identity and highlight how Cali promotes and protects the incredible biodiversity that makes this region so attractive.

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About the city of Cali, Colombia

Located in the Valle del Cauca region, Cali, is a major city in southwestern Colombia. The city is known as the capital of salsa thanks to its vibrant music and dance culture. Nestled between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Cali's remarkable ecological wealth directly influences its food scene. With over 300 varieties of fruit and access to diverse ingredients from seven surrounding rivers and the Farallones mountain range, the city offers unparalleled culinary biodiversity.

About the Food Capitals by Délice Network

The Food Capitals 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, this non-profit organisation gathers cities, working together on food culture, food sector, food policies, and food scene development. Through annual gatherings, study tours, collaborative projects and year-round dialogue, the network fosters a global community dedicated to learning, sharing, and connecting through food.

www.thefoodcapitals.com

About Cali Valle Bureau

Cali Valle Bureau is the official organisation promoting Cali and Valle del Cauca as vibrant destinations for gastronomy, culture,

and tourism.

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