Puebla will host the very first edition of Latino Gastronomic in 2025
Mexico, and more specifically the city of Puebla, is poised to become the beating heart of Latin American gastronomy with the first Latino Gastronomic in September 2025. This unprecedented event, taking place from September 4th to 7th, will bring together renowned chefs, passionate producers, academics, and experts to celebrate the culinary and cultural richness of Latin America. A first of its kind, this edition is part of Puebla’s growing global influence, as it is already recognized as the Ibero-American Capital of Gastronomic Culture. More than 30 chefs and 50 restaurants are preparing to welcome nearly 5,000 visitors, making this event a unique platform for transmission, innovation, and sharing around iconic flavors such as Mole Poblano and the famous Chiles en Nogada. The festival, hosted at the prestigious Auditorio Metropolitano, will offer a rich program combining conferences, cooking demonstrations, roundtables, and tasting areas, all while paying homage to the sacred cacao of Mesoamerican roots. This event promises to showcase not only Puebla’s local cuisine but also Latin American gastronomy as a whole on the world stage.
Puebla: Historical and Contemporary Capital of Latin American Gastronomy
Puebla, proudly recognized in 2022-2023 as the Ibero-American Capital of Gastronomic Culture, is much more than a Mexican city: it is a true culinary gem where tradition and modernity intertwine. The awarding of this honor underscores Puebla’s exceptional importance in preserving and promoting the ancestral recipes that shape Latin American identity.
Mole Poblano, the region’s iconic dish, perfectly illustrates this fusion of heritage and innovation. Composed of some thirty carefully selected ingredients—from cacao and various chilies to spices and seeds—this rich and complex sauce traditionally accompanies turkey. Mole is a powerful symbol, a culinary bridge between past and present, celebrated today by many internationally renowned chefs.
Puebla’s rich culinary heritage doesn’t end there: Cemitas, typical sandwiches filled with fresh, local ingredients, and the handcrafted Talavera de Puebla decorations, reflecting local craftsmanship, contribute to the region’s unique identity. Indeed, Talavera, this type of colorful earthenware, often adorns tables and utensils used to present these traditional dishes, offering a complete sensory experience that blends taste and aesthetics.
- To bolster this vibrant culinary scene, local companies like La Costeña and Grupo Herdez play a key role in promoting and disseminating traditional products beyond Mexico’s borders. Other players, such as Café Punta del Cielo and Cielito Querido Café, contribute to the promotion of a refined coffee culture rooted in the Mexican terroir.
- Puebla’s richness is part of a long tradition that Latino Gastronomic will brilliantly showcase. This international event aims to introduce these flavors and expertise to the world, while also providing a platform for exchange and reflection on contemporary issues in Latin American gastronomy.
- 🍫 Mole Poblano, a culinary gem and symbol of tradition.
| 🌶️ Chiles en Nogada, an iconic dish celebrated internationally. | ||
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| 🥪 Cemitas, typical sandwiches steeped in local history. | 🎨 Talavera de Puebla: Decorative art in service of gastronomy. | |
| ☕ Established brands like Café Punta del Cielo and Cielito Querido Café, showcasing regional flavors. | Culinary Asset | Description |
| Key Players | Mole Poblano | A rich and complex sauce with multiple ingredients, a signature dish of Puebla. |
| Grupo Herdez, La Costeña | Chiles en Nogada | |
| A traditional Mexican dish, celebrated especially during the summer season. | Local restaurants, artisan producers | Cemitas |
Homemade local sandwiches with a variety of fillings. Artisan bakers and restaurateurs of PueblaTalavera
Colorful earthenware, an artistic medium for cooking.
Talavera de Puebla artisans
Specialty Coffee
Promoting local coffee with renowned brands.
- Café Punta del Cielo, Cielito Querido Café
- Discover all the details about this unmissable event here.
- Latino Gastronomic 2025: A celebration of Latin American culinary and cultural richness
| Latino Gastronomic 2025 promises to be a true feast for the senses, fusing the voices and flavors of the American continent. For four days, Puebla will bring together more than 30 chefs from Latin America and Europe, as well as 50 restaurants, to offer a packed program of conferences, workshops, demonstrations, and tastings. | This congress is not just about food—it’s an ongoing dialogue about ancestral ingredients, their importance in preserving cultural identities, and the innovations that breathe new life into these traditions. Renowned chefs such as Alex Ruiz, Ángel Vázquez and José Andrés will participate, exchanging their respective visions around the themes of authenticity, innovation and gastronomic sustainability. |
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| A highlight will be the tribute to cacao, one of the sacred ingredients of Mesoamerican roots, omnipresent in traditional cuisine, particularly in Mole Poblano. This celebration aims to underscore the importance of this food to indigenous cultures and its role in the contemporary local economy. | The artistic diversity of Latino Gastronomic is also reflected in the exhibition and tasting area that will open onto the esplanade of the prestigious Auditorio Metropolitano. Local producers, international restaurants, and traditional chefs will present their creations, offering visitors an immersive experience blending tradition, innovation, and culinary creativity. The festival will also feature a university mixology competition, showcasing the ability of young talents to reinvent beverage culture using local ingredients. |
| 👨🍳 More than 30 renowned chefs will gather to share their expertise. | |
| 🍽️ A variety of tastings ranging from classics to daring creations. | |
| 🤝 Conferences and roundtables to delve deeper into culinary heritage and its possible futures. |
🎓 University mixology competition showcasing student creativity.
Events
Descriptions
Showcookings
Live workshops to discover chefs’ culinary techniques.
- Conferences
- Discussions on the history, innovation, and sustainability of gastronomy.
- Tastings
- Presentation of typical dishes and original creations on site.
- Mixology Competition
| Promoting young talent and innovations in beverages. | Learn more about the detailed program on the official website | |
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| Latino Gastronomic | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_X35jP0_B4 | |
| A platform for exchange among Latin American chefs and producers | Latino Gastronomic is not just a festive celebration; it’s also a vital platform that strengthens ties between key players in Latin American gastronomy. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to forge strong networks between chefs, producers, and entrepreneurs from various countries, thus facilitating the dissemination of local culinary practices to an international audience. At the heart of the discussions are crucial topics such as sustainability, the importance of valuing indigenous ingredients, and preserving traditional know-how while meeting contemporary consumer expectations. Highlighting key ingredients like the chilies used in the famous Chiles en Nogada or artisanal products like those distributed by La Morena and Helados Santa Clara perfectly illustrates this rich and balanced dynamic. Producers benefit from an exceptional showcase to present their products and innovations. For example, La Morena, with its authentic sauces, and Helados Santa Clara, with its traditional ice creams, demonstrate how Mexican terroir blends with a modern spirit without losing its roots. These encounters also foster the creation of international partnerships, essential for the economic and cultural sustainability of the communities. | |
| The chefs, for their part, share their techniques, draw inspiration from cross-cultural influences, and collaborate on joint projects. Intercultural dialogue is embodied by innovative demonstrations, such as the ronqueo presented by Kampai, a bridge between Japanese and Latin American culinary traditions that made a lasting impression. This type of exchange cultivates unique experiences and dishes, breaking with clichés and brimming with creativity. | 🌱 Promoting sustainability and local ingredients. |
🤝 Networking among chefs, artisans, and producers.🍧 Showcasing Mexican products like Helados Santa Clara.
🌶️ Celebrating ancestral recipes, especially Chiles en Nogada.
🥢 Creative and open intercultural exchanges with other traditions.
Key Players
- Role in the event
- Example
- Local producers
- Exhibition and sale of traditional products.
- La Morena, Helados Santa Clara
| Guest chefs | Conferences, cooking demonstrations, cultural exchanges. | Alex Ruiz, José Andrés |
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| Gastronomic entrepreneurs | Creating new partnerships and increasing visibility. | Grupo Herdez, Café Punta del Cielo |
| To discover more initiatives within this dynamic, see | this article | . |
| The role of tradition and innovation in Latin American gastronomy | The very essence of Latino Gastronomic lies in the ability to blend tradition and innovation to celebrate the diversity of Latin American cuisines. While every dish has a story, contemporary chefs strive to reinvent them without ever betraying their origins. This dialogue between past and future shapes a vibrant, ever-evolving cuisine. |
The festival highlights how respecting roots leads to renewed creativity, for example, through modern reinterpretations of the famous Mole Poblano or Chiles en Nogada, which, as tradition dictates, still use specific ingredients to preserve their authentic flavor profile. Culinary creativity is fueled by the integration of unexpected ingredients or by technique, without ever sacrificing authenticity. Young chefs and students, particularly through the university mixology competition, exemplify this trend by contributing to the dynamism of the Latin American culinary scene. They experiment with new flavors and methods, while drawing upon a strong and respected cultural heritage. Brands like La Costeña are actively participating in this movement by innovating in the preservation and dissemination of traditional products. This ability to combine heritage and modernity creates a dynamic gastronomy, capable of touching and moving both locals and an international audience.
🔬 Gastronomic innovation with respect for tradition.
👨🎓 Young talents in mixology and cuisine.
- 🧑🍳 Experienced chefs blending tradition and creativity.
- 🛒 Brands committed to promoting typical products.
- Tradition
| Innovation | A concrete example |
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| Preserved ancestral recipes | Modernized culinary techniques |
| Mole Poblano revisited by contemporary chefs | Authentic local ingredients |
| Creation of innovative cocktails | University mixology competition |
| Showcasing Mexican culture | Use of new culinary techniques |
La Costeña initiative To delve deeper into this exciting fusion, discover more atthis link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1JXDQwxDXo
A festive event open to all, a vehicle for Latin American traditions
Beyond professional exchanges, Latino Gastronomic 2025 is conceived as a true celebration open to the residents of Puebla, visitors, and passionate food lovers. This event brings a breath of fresh air to the city, offering a festive showcase where conviviality and discovery take center stage. The pavilion dedicated to Chiles en Nogada, a highly symbolic dish, is one of the key locations where the public can taste this world-renowned specialty while learning about its origins and preparation secrets. The streets then come alive with aromas, colors, and flavors that invite sharing.
The stands of companies like La Costeña and Helados Santa Clara offer tastings ranging from traditional products to modern creations, embodying the vitality of this ever-evolving cuisine. Whether it’s the classic Café Punta del Cielo or the authentic taste of Santa Clara ice cream, each flavor invites you on a unique culinary journey.
Latino Gastronomic 2025 also places great emphasis on conviviality with musical entertainment, interactive workshops, and the famous ronqueo orchestrated by Kampai, which inspires wonder by blending Japanese and Latin American influences. This moment of sharing, punctuated by music and the joy of the participants, is a perfect symbol of the intercultural richness fostered by this festival.
🎉 Open festivities, rich in cultural activities.
🍽️ Tastings of typical and innovative dishes.
🎵 A mix of music and gastronomy with festive events.
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