As a Certified Business Member, your business becomes part of an esteemed global network committed to preserving and promoting local culinary traditions. This annual fee is the only official payment gateway for maintaining your certification status after being approved.
 
Once certified, you’ll receive the following benefits:
Official Certification: Your business will be awarded the internationally recognized Culinary Heritage Certificate and an enamel sign to proudly display at your venue, demonstrating your dedication to culinary heritage and sustainable practices.
Global Visibility: Enjoy enhanced recognition by being featured on the Culinary Heritage platform, which connects your business to a worldwide audience of food lovers and tourists seeking authentic culinary experiences.
Marketing and Networking: Participate in Culinary Heritage marketing initiatives, access valuable promotional tools, and connect with other certified businesses and regional representatives through events, including the Culinary Heritage Awards.
Ongoing Support: Stay informed with updates on sustainability, sourcing, and culinary innovation to ensure your business continues to meet the network's high standards.
 
How It Works:
Initial Certification Period: Your business will be certified for two calendar years from the date of approval.
Annual Renewal: After the initial two-year period, the Certified Business Member Fee must be paid annually to maintain your certification and continue benefiting from the Culinary Heritage network.
 
This annual fee ensures that your business remains an active part of the Culinary Heritage community, enjoying continued support and recognition.
 
Annual Fee: €50 plus VAT
 
Businesses that prior to 1st January 2025 were enrolled in some of the licensed Culinary Heritage regions in Europe can continue the usage of  their local trademarks by paying the annual trademark usage fee of €50 plus VAT. However that doesn't grant the right to use or obtain the international certified version of the trademark that is only obtained by certification process. 

One-Time Culinary Heritage Trademark Sign Fee: €65 plus VAT (paid only once upon certification and this is obligatory for the certification.)