Vico Equense candidacy is the result of a long and collaborative process started in July 2022.
A scientific committee has been set up, including outstanding personalities of the gastronomy field. Among others, the starred chefs Gennaro Esposito, Antonino Cannavacciuolo and Peppe Guida. In addition to thematic in-person meetings, the use of social media and web platforms enabled the collection of comments and guidance in order to be able to improve and share the strategic lines of VE’s within the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
Private and public stakeholders have participated in defining the actions and objectives of this application. Dozens of letters of support have been received from associations, professionals, chefs, training institutions, international universities and private companies.