gastronomy

2025-11-30 18:52

Tabriz, a heaven for culinary tourism

TEHRAN – From hearty stews to fragrant nougat, the flavors of Tabriz offer a vibrant gateway into one of Iran’s richest gastronomic traditions, positioning the historic city as a rising destination for culinary tourism.

2025-11-16 17:40

Esfahak, symbol of rural sustainable development

TEHRAN— Esfahak, recognized as one of the world’s Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism, is symbol of cultural heritage and rural sustainable development, said South Khorasan Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department Seyyed Ahmad Barabadi.

Local residents of Soheili village sit on the deck of a traditional Lenj boat near the coast of this southern Iranian village, located on Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf. The swaying mangroves of the Hara Forest can also be seen in the background.

2025-06-06 17:26

By Afshin Majlesi

Soheili village: a model of sustainable tourism in southern Iran

QESHM ISLAND - As a journalist focused on tourism and cultural heritage, my recent journey to Soheili village, located on the sun-kissed Qeshm Island in southern Iran, felt less like a reporting mission and more like uncovering a hidden gem with astonishing potential.

2025-05-11 18:21

Iran to hold gastronomy conference under Silk Road banner

TEHRAN—Iran plans to hold a gastronomy conference concerning the ancient Silk Road, for which it served a significant role for centuries, said Director General of UNESCO’s Food and Gastronomy Club Mohammad Babareza.

2025-04-07 14:46

A taste of tradition: Masghati festival returns to Lar

TEHRAN - The ancient city of Lar in southern Iran is set to host its fourth Masghati festival as part of its culinary heritage.

2024-10-14 17:26

Bahrain to host UN World Forum on gastronomy tourism

TEHRAN - The 9th edition of the UN World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will take place in Manama, Bahrain, from November 18 to 19.

2024-07-24 18:05

Culinary competition for people with disabilities

TEHRAN - The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts is organizing a special cooking competition to highlight the culinary skills of people with disabilities.

2024-04-23 17:57

Tabriz puts culinary delights front and center in tourism agenda

TEHRAN - Tabriz, a city celebrated for its rich cooking heritage, is set to spotlight ‘culinary tourism’ as a major theme in this year's array of tourism events.

2024-04-21 17:03

Rhubarb Festival celebrates Kuhsorkh’s local products, crafts

TEHRAN – In a celebration of the Kuhsorkh’s vast array of local plant products, the fourth edition of the Rhubarb Festival has delighted hundreds of attendees.

2024-04-20 18:15

Symphony of flavor: Mahneshan hosts 3rd fish cooking festival

TEHRAN - Mahneshan county's third Fish Cooking Festival has delighted visitors with flavors of tradition and history, taking place adjacent to the historical Behestan Castle.

2024-04-17 14:16

Rasht’s culinary heritage: Reshteh-Khoshkar and beyond

TEHRAN - Rasht, recognized as a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO, stands as a vibrant amalgamation of flavors and traditions. Here, food transcends mere sustenance, becoming an intrinsic part of the culture and identity of its people.

2024-03-17 17:18

Goush-fil made a national heritage

TEHRAN – The skill of making Goush-fil (Persian: “elephant's ear”), which is fried pastry, has been registered in Iran’s national list for intangible cultural heritage.

2024-03-13 17:06

Kermanshah to fascinate holidaymakers as culinary destination

TEHRAN – As the countdown has started to welcome Nowruz, the Persian New Year’s holidays, Kermanshah province is poised to showcase itself to holidaymakers as one of Iran’s top culinary destinations.

2024-03-02 18:14

Three visits, countless discoveries: a Chinese tour guide’s view of Iran

TEHRAN – A Chinese tour guide named Jill has painted a portrait of her encounter with Persian culture and lifestyle as she is paying a visit to Iran for the third time.

2024-02-25 17:37

Culinary tourism: an overlooked intangible heritage in Isfahan

TEHRAN - Majid Danesh-Mobarhan, the chair of Isfahan’s Associations of Tourist Guides, has emphasized the potential of culinary tourism as an intangible heritage that could play a significant role in Isfahan’s tourism economy.

2024-01-26 17:18

Culinary delights take center stage at Falak-ol-Aflak fortress in Khorramabad

TEHRAN – On Thursday, a ten-day culinary festival was kicked off in a cozy garden situated adjacent to the iconic Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province.

2023-12-30 08:50

Over 200 local dishes offered at festival in northern Iran

TEHRAN – On Thursday, the third edition of Iran’s grand culinary festival was held in Rasht, the capital of Gilan province with the presence of several foreign envoys and diplomats.

2023-12-24 17:01

Culinary delights await visitors at Bojnourd festival

TEHRAN - Bojnourd, the capital of North Khorasan province, is gearing up to host a culinary festival on December 29, showcasing a diverse array of local dishes that are bound to captivate the taste buds of food enthusiasts.

2023-12-19 18:09

Comprehensive atlas of gastronomy tourism unveiled

TEHRAN – A comprehensive atlas of gastronomy tourism in Iran was unveiled in a ceremony held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts on Monday.