Italian cuisine has been declared an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The announcement was made this Wednesday (12/10) by the country’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni.
Long live Italian cuisine!
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– Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) December 10, 2025
In a video posted on social media, Meloni celebrated the achievement. “Victory belongs to an extraordinary nation which, when it believes in itself, can conquer the world without rivals,” he said.
This is the first time that a gastronomic tradition has received this title. The grant follows the criteria of the 2023 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, which include a clear cultural identity, active community participation and contribution to diversity and cultural dialogue.
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This recognition comes after a three-year campaign led by the Italian Ministry of Agriculture. In a note, UNESCO defined Italian cuisine as a “cultural and social fusion of culinary traditions,” emphasizing its communal character, appreciation of ingredients and moments of coexistence at the table.
The decision was announced during the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee on Intangible Cultural Heritage, held in New Delhi, India.
Commenting on this recognition, Meloni highlighted the role of gastronomy in the country’s identity. “Italian cuisine is culture, tradition, work and wealth. Long live Italian cuisine, long live Italy,” he concluded.
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