Filipinos are in for another gastronomic treat as Tourism Secretary Wanda Teo and ICEX España president Jaime García-Legaz signed a memorandum of understanding to stage the third edition of Madrid Fusión Manila.
The agreement is a continuation of the only Asian edition of Madrid Fusión in the Philippine capital next year.
Running from April 6 to 8 2017, the event will carry the theme “Towards a Sustainable Gastronomic Planet.”
“We would like to make the Philippines a focal point of gastronomic interest worldwide. This third edition of Madrid Fusión Manila will feature the traditional gastronomy congress and a trade expo, as well as the month-long Flavors of the Philippines Festival across the Philippines,” Teo said.
Madrid Fusión has established itself as one of the leading international gastronomic gatherings, being attended by chefs and experts who discuss trends, tastes and habits during the days it takes place in Madrid each year.
“This event is designed to spur tourism, create an awareness and demand for agricultural and food products, and promote trade and business partnerships in tourism and gastronomy,” Teo added.