On March 29, Quanzhou Huaguang Vocational College and the Quanzhou Culinary and Catering Industry Association officially inaugurated the Culinary Industry Academy at the college’s Huian campus. This milestone initiative aims to strengthen industry-education integration and elevate the training of culinary professionals in Quanzhou.

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On March 28, the Song-Yuan Maritime Silk Road Banquet tasting event for foreign diplomats took place at the Fujian Building in Beijing. Ambassadors, diplomats, and representatives from international organizations—including Greece, Montenegro, and Panama—embarked on a cultural and gastronomic journey to explore Quanzhou’s rich culinary heritage.

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On the morning of March 28, the "Song-Yuan Maritime Banquet: A Culinary Journey along the Silk Road" cultural tasting salon was held at Fujian Building in Beijing. The event brought together culinary experts, master chefs, food influencers, and industry representatives to explore the historical and cultural significance of the Shishi "Song-Yuan Maritime Banquet" and its modern innovations, aiming to elevate Shishi’s culinary heritage onto the global stage.

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On March 25, Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Wang Lutong and the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia shared a social media post promoting Quanzhou cuisine, showcasing its unique culinary charm to the world.

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Quanzhou, March 24 – From March 28 to 30, the "Shishi Banquet in Beijing – A Maritime Feast" will take place at Fujian Tower in Beijing. This event will showcase the renowned Shishi “Song-Yuan Maritime Banquet”, along with a curated selection of contemporary Chinese heritage products. It also marks the official Beijing debut of Quanzhou’s "One County, One Signature Feast" initiative. Organizers have confirmed that all preparations for the banquet are now complete.

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Quanzhou, a UNESCO World Heritage city, continues to captivate global audiences through its rich cultural and culinary traditions. On March 20, the Honor International Hotel in Shishi hosted an exclusive Quanzhou Culinary Promotion Event, bringing together representatives from business chambers, leading culinary associations, food culture experts, media, and distinguished guests from the 2024 Quanzhou Economic Annual Conference. The event celebrated Quanzhou’s gastronomic heritage, highlighting its unique flavors and international appeal.

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The highly anticipated Quanzhou Gourmet Promotion Event will take place on March 20 at Shishi Honor International Hotel, celebrating the city’s rich culinary heritage and innovative gastronomic achievements.

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From March 1st, China’s Grand Food Festival, presented by China Central Television (CCTV) and aired on multiple platforms, has been captivating audiences with a feast of flavours from across the nation. Quanzhou’s culinary team took centre stage, introducing the concept of authentic traditional flavours in this high-stakes competition showcasing Fujian’s finest culinary artistry. Thirteen master chefs from Quanzhou dazzled the nation with over 20 signature dishes, including oyster omelette, ginger duck, and the iconic Eight-Treasure Gourd Chicken, securing a well-earned spotlight on the national stage.

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Bringing together ingredients from both land and sea, Fujian’s rich culinary heritage takes center stage in the latest episode of China’s Culinary Conference. As the show's Authentic Flavours segment unfolds, traditional Fujianese delicacies are captivating audiences and sparking a surge of food-inspired travel interest.

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On 11 March 2025, UNESCO and the Quanzhou Municipality, People's Republic of China, signed an agreement launching the China Funds-in-Trust (Quanzhou) for Capacity-Building on World Heritage in Africa. This significant initiative was marked by an online signing ceremony, reaffirming a strong commitment to support African Member States in preserving and managing their rich cultural and natural heritage.

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