Overview

• Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla inaugurated the festival, marking 15 years since UNESCO recognized traditional Mexican cuisine with Michoacán cited as a model.
• More than 30 leaders from state delegations attended Canirac’s National Presidents meeting in Morelia, timed with Morelia en Boca and BajaMich from Oct. 3–5.
• Organizers delivered the first Premio al Mérito Empresarial Restaurantero, as Tourism Secretary Roberto Monroy García praised Canirac Morelia’s organization.
• Officials highlighted cocineras tradicionales and the use of geographic indications, denominations of origin and collective marks to safeguard regional flavors and knowledge.
• Programming at Palacio Clavijero features traditional cooks, mezcal producers and guest chefs serving emblematic Michoacán dishes and showcasing national beverage culture.