10 December 2025 is a date destined to go down in history: Italian cuisine has been officially recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
This is an extraordinary recognition, not only for Italy but for the whole world, because it is the first cuisine to be protected in its entirety, as a living and shared cultural system.
The decision, taken unanimously by the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee meeting in New Delhi, rewarded a heritage that goes far beyond individual recipes: a way of living, cooking and being together that identifies Italy in the world.
Why Italian cuisine is a world heritage site
According to UNESCO, Italian cuisine is a true cultural practice, defined as a “cultural and social blend of culinary traditions”. It is not just about what you eat, but how and why you cook.
Cooking Italian style means:
• taking care of yourself and others
• sharing moments and relationships
• passing on knowledge and skills
• respecting ingredients, seasons and local areas
It is a universal language that unites generations and cultures, strengthening the sense of belonging and promoting social inclusion.
A recognition of national and global value
The UNESCO recognition highlights how Italian cuisine promotes well-being, conviviality and intergenerational learning. It is a cuisine made up of everyday gestures, anti-waste recipes, memory and attention to raw ingredients.
It is a heritage that lives on in families, restaurants, professional kitchens and companies that transform simple ingredients into quality products every day. This achievement has also been made possible thanks to the commitment of historic institutions such as La Cucina Italiana, the Italian Academy of Cuisine and the Casa Artusi Foundation.
Pasta: the universal symbol of Italian cuisine
If there is one food that represents Italian cuisine around the world, it is undoubtedly pasta. A dish that is simple in appearance, but embodies tradition, technique and culture.
From carbonara to spaghetti with tomato sauce, pasta is synonymous with conviviality, balance and taste. But its quality begins long before the finished dish: it starts with the wheat and how it is processed.
Valdigrano and the responsibility of preserving tradition
In this context, the work of Valdigrano takes on even greater meaning. Producing pasta today means actively contributing to the preservation of a cultural heritage that is recognised worldwide.
The quality of Valdigrano pasta stems from a clear vision: combining traditional Italian expertise with careful and informed production choices. Every stage of the process is designed to guarantee:
• consistent quality
• reliability
• respect for the raw ingredients
Kronos wheat: the base for Superior Quality
The Valdigrano Qualità Superiore line is based on the selection of Kronos wheat, a variety chosen for its excellent quality and technological characteristics. Wheat is the soul of pasta and has a decisive influence on the final result on the plate.
Kronos wheat stands out for:
• its excellent protein content
• its balanced structure
• its excellent cooking firmness, which allow the pasta to remain firm and pleasant even after draining
Thanks to these characteristics, pasta made with Kronos wheat is perfect for use in the kitchen, both in everyday preparations and in more elaborate recipes. It retains its shape, enhances the sauce and guarantees a reliable result, fundamental qualities for those who love to cook with care and respect for ingredients.
A choice that reflects the Valdigrano philosophy: to offer pasta that combines tradition, quality and performance in the kitchen, making every dish an authentically Italian experience.
A heritage that continues to live on
UNESCO recognition not only celebrates the past, but also looks to the future. Italian cuisine is alive because it continues to evolve, while keeping its founding values intact: quality, simplicity, respect and sharing.
Valdigrano is part of this journey as a contemporary interpreter of a timeless tradition, transforming wheat into quality pasta and bringing a piece of Italian culture to the table every day.
A continuous commitment
Italian cuisine, a World Heritage Site, is much more than just a title: it is a collective responsibility.
Every plate of pasta, every production choice, every ingredient selected contributes to keeping alive a knowledge that belongs to Italy and to the world.
With Valdigrano Qualità Superiore and the selection of grains such as Kronos, pasta becomes a daily cultural gesture: an authentic way to honour Italian cuisine, now recognised as a World Heritage Site.
