History of the International Wine &
Food Society
The International Wine & Food Society is the world's oldest and most
renowned gastronomic society. It was founded in 1933 by André L. Simon
There are more than 8,000 members, from all walks of
life, in over 150 branches and 40 countries throughout the world. The society
is organized into three Regions; The Europe/Africa Region, The Asia/Pacific
Region, and The Americas Region.
Aims of the Society
The International Wine & Food Society exists to increase the
knowledge and appreciation of the arts of the table. All its activities are
designed to raise the standards of selection, preparation and service of good
food and good wine. It provides opportunities for men and women
who have in common an interest in gastronomy to meet, share and discuss these
civilized pleasures.
The society was founded in 1933 and spans the world. It has much prestige and
influence, which it strives to constantly increase for the benefit, not only of
its members but of everyone. It believes, not merely that the world should be
nourished, but that food and wine are more beneficial to health and contentment
if they are enjoyable.
In the words of the founder André L. Simon, "the
object of the society is to bring together and serve all who believe that a
right understanding of good food and wine is an essential part of personal
contentment and health, and that an intelligent approach to the pleasures and
problems of the table offers far greater rewards than the mere satisfaction of
appetite."
Membership is a commitment to that aim, and members are given the opportunities
to participate in many activities designed to raise standards of preparation of
food and wine.
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