INTERNATIONAL
TOURISM AND GASTRONOMY
FORUM-FESTIVAL
«GASTROISLANDS» 2026

The mission of the «GastroIslands» forum is to unlock the unique gastronomic potential of the region, turning «island cuisine» into a recognizable brand and a driver of tourism.

• Position the island cuisine of the Sakhalin Region as a recognizable gastronomic brand reflecting the uniqueness and identity of the region.
• Create an international platform in the Sakhalin Region for the development of culinary arts and the exchange of professional competencies.
• Improve the service level of regional catering establishments to develop gastronomic tourism in the region.
• Establish the international public organization «Center for Gastronomic Culture of the Island Peoples of the World» headquartered in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.

• Representatives of island nations of the world
• Global gastronomy industry professionals
• Creative industries experts
• Tour operators
• Media and bloggers
• Educational institutions/Volunteer organizations
• Residents and guests of the region
• Government representatives

Industry Block

• Business program
• Expert assessment
• Gastro-tours
• Gala dinner

Public/Guests

• Master classes
• Gastro-dinners
• Street food festival

Educational Block

• Lectures
• Master classes
• Championship

• Government of the Sakhalin Region
• «Sakhalin Expo» Congress and Exhibition Venue
• «Volna» Water Sports Center
• «Zharim Varim» Gastro-venue
• Sakhalin Service College
• Catering establishments of the Sakhalin Region

The «GastroIslands» Forum-Festival is planned to be held on a regular basis, expanding the geography of participants and deepening the topics of discussion annually.

The annual holding of the forum will contribute to the growth of international cooperation, as well as the socio-cultural and economic development of the region.