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San Antonio UNESCO Creative City Of Gastronomy

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San Antonio became an UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy on October 31, 2017.

07/31/2026

The past few months have included meaningful culinary exchange, international collaboration and global recognition for San Antonio.
As a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, San Antonio continues to use gastronomy as a tool for cultural exchange, international engagement and connection. Through the San Antonio Chef Ambassador Program, local chefs represented our city at home and abroad—sharing San Antonio’s culinary traditions while learning from food cultures around the world. Scroll down for all the latest! 👇

Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye:
Chef Ambassador Stephannie Beyers participated in a gastronomy workshop and cooking camp, exploring local culinary traditions while also sharing a taste of San Antonio by preparing a Churro Co**ha during the event festivities.

Castelldefels, Spain
Chef Ambassador Sofia Sada participated in the inaugural Chefs Beyond Borders program during the Food Capitals Summit in May, joining chefs from around the world in culinary exchanges, cooking demonstrations and the creation of dishes that celebrated diverse food traditions.

San Antonio, Texas
Chef Ambassadors John Brand, Jesse Kuykendall, Lizzeth Martinez and Jason Dady showcased San Antonio’s distinctive culinary identity to Consuls General and senior diplomats representing countries from around the world. The event was organized by the City of San Antonio Economic Development Department’s Global Engagement Office.

Lone Star Tapas Showdown
San Antonio Chef Ambassadors past and present participated as competitors and judges in the inaugural World Tapas Competition event held in the United States. Congratulations to Chef Ambassador Sofia Sada, who earned the bronze medal for her Tostada de Lengua de Res Nixtamalizada! 🥉

07/27/2026

Congratulations to all the winners recognized in the San Antonio Current’s Best of San Antonio 2026!

We are especially proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our current and former San Antonio Chef Ambassadors, whose talent and dedication continue to strengthen San Antonio’s vibrant culinary identity.

Best Chef – Readers’ Choice
Sofia Sada, Culinary Experiences
2025 San Antonio Chef Ambassador- Sofia Sada

Best Food Truck – Critics’ Pick
Wok Wey
1009 Avenue B
2023 San Antonio Chef Ambassador: Jaime Gonzalez

Best Bakery/Co**ha – Readers’ Choice
La Panadería
Multiple locations
2021 San Antonio Chef Ambassador: David Cáceres

As a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, San Antonio is proud to recognize the chefs and culinary professionals who contribute to our city’s rich food culture, innovation, and global reputation.

Congratulations to all this year’s winners and honorees!

View the full list of categories and winners through the San Antonio Current’s Best of San Antonio 2026 online at community.sacurrent.com/best-of/2026

06/18/2026

On June 18, we join communities around the world in recognizing Sustainable Gastronomy Day, a day established by the United Nations General Assembly to celebrate the important role food plays in sustainable development, cultural preservation, and community well-being.

Sustainable gastronomy is about more than what is on our plates—it recognizes the connections between food production, local economies, environmental stewardship, cultural traditions, and public health. By supporting local farmers, ranchers, fishers, food producers, and small businesses, we help strengthen regional food systems while preserving culinary heritage for future generations.

This Sustainable Gastronomy Day, we encourage everyone to:
- Support local food producers and farmers markets
- Choose seasonal and locally grown foods when possible
- Reduce food waste at home and in your community
- Learn about the people and cultures behind the foods you enjoy
- Share a meal that celebrates local ingredients and culinary traditions

Together, we can create a food system that is healthy for people, supports local economies, and cares for our planet.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

06/17/2026

On behalf of the Summit planning team, thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Food Systems Summit, "Rooted in History, Growing the Future."

👏We are deeply grateful to our presenters, panelists, vendors, community partners, farmers, food system leaders, and attendees who shared their knowledge, experiences, and vision for a stronger, more resilient local food system.

A special thank you to our speakers and panelists for bringing expertise and insight to discussions on food production, distribution, access, food sovereignty, sustainability, and community health.

We also extend our appreciation to our vendors and exhibitors who showcased the incredible work happening across our region and helped highlight the importance of supporting local food economies.

Thank you to our partners and volunteers whose collaboration and dedication made this event possible, and to the team at the San Antonio Botanical Garden for hosting us in such a beautiful setting.

The summit reaffirmed that building a stronger food system requires all of us working together. We are inspired by the ideas, partnerships, and momentum generated throughout the day and look forward to continuing this important work with you.

Together, we are cultivating a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable food future for our community. ✨

Gardopia Gardens Food Policy Council of San Antonio City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District City of San Antonio Department of Resilience and Sustainability

05/19/2026

Meet Chef JJ, a 16-year-old culinary creative and storyteller from San Antonio, blending his love for food with a passion for culture and connection.

As the creator of The Table by Chef JJ, he brings young people together over shared meals and real conversations—exploring mental health, identity, and their vision for the future.

Attendees will have the opportunity to view his official trailer of “The Table, by Chef JJ" at the 2026 Food Systems Summit at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, on June 5, 2026.

05/13/2026

Meet Our Panelists for the 2026 Food Systems Summit!

Get ready to hear from the voices shaping our local food system. From hands-on education to growing fresh, local foods, this panel brings together leaders who are making a difference in our community every day.

Katie Erickson — San Antonio Botanical Gardens
James Vives — Brushfire Farms
Amy Brown — Noonday Farms
Mari Reb — Sana Roots

Join us as they share their stories, experiences, and the important roles they play in building a more connected, sustainable food system.

🔗Visit link in bio or sacityofgastronomy.org for more information.

05/12/2026

Meet Chef Geronimo Lopez, a Caracas native with 30+ years of international kitchen experience, from luxury hotels to Michelin-starred spots across Europe, Mexico, and the U.S. 🌎

A Hotel School of Beaune grad, he's led kitchens at Botika and the Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio, and has been a food ambassador for the city since 2017.

Recognized by James Beard as an “America’s Taste Twenty” honoree, he's served as an Executive Chef for Emma Hospitality, where he developed new concepts and nurtured talent for the company’s growing portfolio

In his current role, he serves as Vice President of Culinary Operations for the San Antonio Food Bank.🍽️

🔗Link in bio to learn more about our Chef Ambassador Program.

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🎥Screenville Films

05/08/2026

You're invited to Great SA: Texas BBQ on Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m.! 🍖Come celebrate and chat about all things BBQ with fellow enthusiasts.

🔗Free and open to the public. RSVP through the link in our bio!

🎤Panelists:
Daniel Vaughn - Texas Monthly BBQ editor
Esaul Ramos - 2M Smokehouse
Arnie "ArnieTex" Segovia - BBQ lover from Texas and a New York Times Best Selling author
Laura Loomis - Two Bros. BBQ

📍Texas Public Radio, Malú and Carlos Alvarez Theater
321 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX.

Plus enjoy a delicious bite beforehand! Bucan Rodeo will have a pop-up for purchase!

The Great SA series is presented in partnership with Texas Public Radio, and supported by H-E-B and Frost.

05/07/2026

We’re honored to welcome Dr. Gary Nabhan as the opening speaker for our 2026 Food Systems Summit! 🥗

An agricultural ecologist, ethnobotanist, Ecumenical Franciscan Brother, and acclaimed author, Dr. Nabhan has dedicated his career to exploring the deep connections between biodiversity, cultural traditions, and food systems across the arid, binational U.S.–Mexico Southwest.

✨Join us as he helps set the stage for a day rooted in history and growing toward action.

🔗Visit link in bio to learn more.

05/05/2026

👩‍🍳Growing up in Monterrey, Mexico, Chef Sofia Sada was immersed in a world of delicious flavors and rich culinary traditions, drawing inspiration from Spanish and Oaxacan roots.

As Executive Chef and Professor at the Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio, Chef Sada finds immense joy in teaching others and helping them realize their potential.

Over the years, she has received multiple awards for being the best chef in San Antonio by San Antonio Magazine and SA Current, while also competing in Iron Chef: Mexico. 🏆

🔗Link in bio to learn more about our Chef Ambassador Program.

🎥Screenville Films

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