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III World Rice Biennial in Cullera

Overview

The III World Rice Biennial has commenced in Cullera, Spain, positioning the municipality as a gastronomic capital. Running from October 15 to 18, the festival celebrates rice as a central element of Valencian identity and a driver for the hospitality industry.

The event aims to bridge the gap between traditional agricultural knowledge and modern culinary creativity, showcasing the product from rice fields to professional kitchens. The program features over 80 activities, including culinary demonstrations, lectures, workshops, and tastings. Notable participants include chef Begoña Rodrigo and José Palacios, president of Artesanos del Arroz.

Culinary highlights include a tapas program held during the evenings of Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, as well as rice tastings scheduled for the afternoons of October 17 and 18. Beyond professional showcookings, the festival includes family-oriented activities such as student workshops and local tastings of organic wines, oils, and traditional products. The event seeks to consolidate Cullera’s gastronomic recognition both within the Valencian Community and on an international scale.

Entities

Cullera · Manuel Reyna · III Bienal Mundial del Arroz · Piriápolis · World Paella Day

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Cullera hosts the 3rd World Rice Biennial

    The 3rd World Rice Biennial has launched in Cullera, Spain, celebrating rice through high cuisine, culinary workshops, and traditional demonstrations to promote Valencian gastronomic heritage.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Cullera hosts the III World Rice Biennial

    Cullera hosts the III World Rice Biennial from October 15-18, featuring over 80 activities, Michelin-starred chefs, and traditional rice tastings to celebrate local culinary identity.

  3. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Cullera hosts global rice biennial featuring Michelin-starred chefs

    The III Bienal Mundial del Arroz in Cullera, Spain, will feature Michelin-starred chefs, while chef Manuel Reyna promotes Uruguayan seafood during World Paella Day events in Valencia.

Sources

cronicaeconomica.com · cullera.es · levante-emv.com · officialpress.es · semanariolaprensa.com · valencianoticias.com

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