Alicante has been named the Spanish Capital of Gastronomy for 2025, showcasing its rich culinary heritage on global platforms like ITB Berlin. Known as the \u201ccity of one thousand and one rice dishes,\u201d Alicante promotes its signature rice-based cuisine through initiatives like \u201cAlicante City of Rice\u201d and \u201cAlicante Gourmet.\u201d Targeting key markets like Germany, the city integrates gastronomy with MICE tourism and city breaks. With international promotions and industry partnerships, Alicante aims to elevate its status as a premier culinary destination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"