(January 6, 2017) Calabria is among the “must-see” places of 2017 according to The New York Times, which has included it in the list of 52 destinations in the world to visit this year. “The indication fills us with pride”, said the president of the Calabria Region, Mario Oliverio. “Receiving this recognition from one of the most influential news outlet in the world, as the only Italian place to see, to appreciate its gastronomy – continued Oliverio – confirms that Calabria is on the right track”. The president of the region thanked “the effort of a growing part of the wine and food sector operators who have chosen to walk the path of excellence and quality”: it is thanks to them that “our food heritage is finally valued as it deserves”. “It opens – according to Oliviero – an interesting phase to propose to the world a positive image of Calabria as a land to visit, an expression of quality, beauty and culture. We must have confidence in ourselves. ” (Red)
