Florence is Italy's new Gastronomic Capital for 2026 according to BookdiaFork.
Florence and Jerez de la Frontera together
Together with Jerez de la Frontera, Spain's Gastronomic Capital for 2026, these cities will host gastronomic events and much more. At the Olympic Tasting in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Florence was officially named Italian Gastronomic Capital, with Bologna and San Benedetto del Tronto also among the nominees. The event, organized by Beverly Cool and sponsored by the Beverly Group and the Papa Group with Dolceamaro and Nutfruit Italia, celebrated Italian excellence in confectionery, wine and tourism.
A gastronomic bridge between Italy and Spain
The nomination of Florence as Gastronomic Capital 2026 underlines the Tuscan city’s fundamental role in the Italian culinary scene. Alongside Florence, Jerez has already been recognized for its extraordinary gastronomy, particularly its fortified wines and Andalusian culinary tradition. The future partnership between these two cities will build a cultural and gastronomic bridge between Italy and Spain, promoting exchanges and collaboration between chefs and producers. The Olympic Tasting was attended by industry experts and enthusiasts of energy-boosting dried fruit, as well as winter sports idols like champion skier Gustav Thöni.
Promoting gastronomic tourism
With this nomination, Florentine restaurants and trattorias will have the opportunity to organize exclusive events and menus, creating partnerships with Jerez to develop joint initiatives that strengthen the bond between the two cities. This will not only promote gastronomic tourism but also create a new benchmark for lovers of good food and wine. The Italian and European platform BookdiaFork.com is, and will continue to be, a symbol of our gastronomic identity. With the appointment of Florence, it is positioned at the heart of an alliance that celebrates and promotes Italy’s culinary culture, ensuring that the future of catering remains firmly in the hands of those who know and love its value.
