Andorra Taste 5th Edition Spotlights High-Mountain Gastronomy and Local Landscapes

Andorra Turisme presented the fifth edition of Andorra Taste on Thursday at Barcelona's Santa Caterina Market Gastronomic Classroom, showcasing updates to the international high-mountain gastronomy congress set for 16-20 September in Escaldes-Engordany.

The event, themed "When the territory is the ingredient", centres on Andorra's landscapes, local produce and culinary heritage. It will gather 17 leading chefs and gastronomes, representing 19 Michelin stars, with France as the invited region due to its proximity and shared Pyrenean influences.

New details include Peruvian chef Virgilio Martínez receiving the Andorra Taste Award 2026. Confirmed participants feature Emmanuel Renaut, Paco Roncero, the Torres brothers, Iván Cerdeño and Riccardo Gaspari, alongside others such as Juanlu Fernández, Julian Stieger, Iris Jordán, Dennys Teixeira, Vivien Durand, Manolo Franco and Rafel Muria.

Andorra Turisme director general Betim Budzaku noted that the five editions have positioned the Principality as a prime destination for mountain cuisine, driven by its unique terrain and ingredients. At the launch, Sergio and Javier Torres praised Andorran techniques for elevating simple elements, with their session focusing on traditional recipes.

The professional programme runs 16-18 September at Prat del Roure, featuring morning lectures, demonstrations and discussions, plus afternoon lunches and roundtables. "Territori en viu" on Friday shifts activities outdoors for direct engagement with the landscape.

From 18-20 September, public days move to Carrer dels Veedors, offering up to 24 tasting stations. Attendees can pay via direct card at stalls or prepaid rechargeable cards, making premium mountain dishes available to locals and tourists.