Gastronomy : Represents 1/3 expenses of tourists #MyMadagascar #MahajangaMaVille
Gastronomy : Represents 1/3 tourists spending
The tourism sector could lift millions out of poverty in contributing to peace and security in Africa.
Gastronomy is one of the flagship products to attract especially foreign tourists to choose the destination Madagascar. According to the report 2017 UNCTAD (Conference of the United Nations on trade and development on tourism in Africa, Food and drinks are 1/3 these tourists spending. For the case of Madagascar, the country has many commodities called five stars by the Grand Chefs of renowned, like shrimp, vanilla, cocoa and spices. What is our comparative advantage over competing countries. And may be offered various dishes typical malagasy or how each foreign country, with these quality ingredients recognized internationally.
Higher value added.
For this reason, UNCTAD said in its report to create strong links between sectors of tourism, Agriculture and infrastructure as well as eco-tourism, the medical and cultural segments. To encourage diversification towards higher value added activities while contributing to a wider distribution of income. By way of illustration, 44% hotels in Ethiopia expenditures are dedicated to food provided by farmers. Which has had a positive impact on the improvement of the standard of living of vulnerable population in rural areas. In order to exploit this potential, African Governments should adopt measures to encourage local sourcing while encouraging local entities to participate in the chain of tourism value and to stimulate the development of the infrastructure. If they benefit from these sustainable investments, the tourism sector could lift millions out of poverty while contributing to peace and security in Africa, According to UNCTAD always.
Culinary tradition.
Looking back on the malagasy gastronomy, to recognize foreign tourists to enjoy enormously both in Madagascar as part of international fairs. Recently, an event titled 'Mad to Miss Madagascar' was organized in London in order to inform the public of the United Kingdom tradition culinary malagasy. Visitors have had the opportunity to taste among other, the meat of zebu to carry sauce or the coconut as well as the famous "Government" or meat skewer.
