Valence en Gastronomie Festival

Valence en Gastronomie Festival: Celebration of Drôme and Ardèche Flavors

Created in 2015, the Valence en Gastronomie Festival was born from the desire to unite taste actors in Drôme and Ardèche around a festive and accessible event. Supported by the association De la Terre aux Étoiles, which promotes responsible and excellent gastronomy, the festival has quickly established itself as the unmissable meeting point for gourmets in the Rhône Valley.

A Rich and Varied Program

For four days in September, the Champ de Mars in Valence transforms into a true gastronomic village. The festival program is structured around several highlights:

• La Nuit des Étoilés: The festival's highlight, it brings together about twenty starred restaurants and rising chefs from Drôme and Ardèche for an exceptional gastronomic evening. Guests taste culinary creations specially developed for the occasion.
• Les Pagodes aux Goûtatou: Regional gastronomic companies present their specialties under pagodas, allowing visitors to discover and taste local products from Drôme and Ardèche.
• Le Labo des P'tits Chefs: Hosted by the Cité du Chocolat Valrhona, this space allows children to learn about cooking through fun and educational workshops.
• School Workshops: Prior to the festival, nearly 2,000 schoolchildren participate in workshops on healthy and responsible eating.

A Showcase of Gastronomic Excellence

Valence, classified as a Cité de la Gastronomie (City of Gastronomy), is an exceptional territory for culinary arts. The festival highlights the richness of the Drôme and Ardèche terroir: truffles, nougats, picodon cheese, Clairette de Die sparkling wine, Rhône Valley fruits, Valrhona chocolates, olive oils, Côtes du Rhône wines... So many excellent products that visitors can discover and taste throughout the festival.

A Committed Event

True to the values of the association De la Terre aux Étoiles, the festival places responsible gastronomy at the heart of its approach. Short supply chains, promotion of local producers, fight against food waste, and raising awareness among young audiences are all commitments supported by the event. The festival is also part of the Vallée de la Gastronomie (Gastronomy Valley), a gourmet route connecting Dijon to Marseille.

Growing Influence

With over 60,000 visitors during its 9th edition in 2024, the Valence en Gastronomie Festival confirms its growing attractiveness. It contributes to Valence's influence as a major gastronomic destination in France and attracts an increasingly wide audience, from families to restaurant professionals.