About Us
The Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival is more than just a food event. It’s a vibrant celebration of flavors, culture, and community. Rooted in Aruba’s rich culinary heritage and diverse global influences, Autentico brings together food lovers, top chefs, and local artisans for an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
Throughout the festival, guests can indulge in island-wide discounts during Restaurant Week, enjoy exclusive “Bucket List Experiences”, and culminate the celebration at The Pavilion. A two-day elevated food festival in Oranjestad’s Wilhelminastraat.
About Autentico
The Pavilion offers a world-class experience where local chefs collaborate with globally renowned culinary talent, putting Aruba on the map as a premier food destination. In 2024 guests also witnessed exciting competitions like the Bartender Brawl and Iron Chef showdown.
About Autentico
About Authentico
Our Mission
The Aruba Tourism Authority’s (ATA) mission is to promote Aruba as a high-quality, diversified destination that offers unique and authentic experiences. With a strategic shift in focus, ATA aims to support events that align with a High Value, Low Impact approach, enhancing Aruba’s cultural and economic landscape while remaining accessible to both the local community and visitors.
Our Vision
The Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival is a prime example of how ATA celebrates local talent and culture to position Aruba as a rich, multifaceted destination, both in terms of nationality and culinary diversity. Research has shown that culinary experiences represent the second-highest spending category for visitors to Aruba. This underscores the importance of food in shaping our visitor experience and supports Aruba’s ambition to become the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean.
Our Story
Autentico is an initiative of the Aruba Tourism Authority and is part of the long-term objective to showcase Aruba’s culinary scene, where the intersection of cultural diversity, high quality offerings, and authentic experiences give the destination a unique touch.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to taste the world!
Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to relive the magic, we invite you to be part of this extraordinary culinary journey. Keep an eye out for tickets, chef announcements, and exciting new additions to next year’s festival.