Colombia’s Sweet Papyros receives the Excelencias Gourmet 2024 Award at FITUR 2025

Friday, January 24, 2025

At the FITUR 2025 International Tourism Trade Fair, the Colombian company Sweet Papyros was honored with the Excelencias Gourmet 2024 Award for its innovative “Sweet Papyros Initiative.”

This accolade, presented by the esteemed Excelencias Group, recognizes outstanding contributions to the gastronomic sector.

The Excelencias Awards, established by the Excelencias Group, aim to promote excellence in tourism, gastronomy, and culture across Ibero-America.

Over the years, these awards have become a benchmark in the industry, celebrating projects that significantly impact and elevate gastronomic standards internationally.

The selection process for the awards involves a distinguished international jury comprising influential figures from tourism, art, and gastronomy sectors.

The jury, led by the President of the Excelencias Group, conducts a confidential voting process to ensure impartiality and uphold the awards’ prestige.

Sweet Papyros Initiative: A Model of Gastronomic Excellence

The “Sweet Papyros Initiative” has garnered attention for its originality, quality, and commitment to innovation within the gourmet industry.

This recognition underscores the initiative’s positive impact and its role in setting new trends on the international gastronomic stage.

Sweet Papyros offers a revolutionary fruit snack that harmoniously blends flavor, health, and sustainability. The product is a dehydrated leaf made entirely from natural fruit, devoid of additives or preservatives, ensuring a healthy and delectable option for consumers.

With a shelf life of two years, this innovative snack is convenient for transport and distribution, catering to those seeking nutritious alternatives in their daily diets.

The product range includes classic flavors such as mango, apple, and lulo, alongside experimental varieties featuring exotic fruits like kiwi, passion fruit, feijoa, soursop, and pear infused with ginger and cinnamon.

Each variant encapsulates the pure essence of the fruit, delivering a unique and delightful taste experience.

Commitment to Sustainability and Community Development

Beyond promoting healthy eating, Sweet Papyros demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable development. The company’s local production processes contribute to reducing fruit waste, supporting rural communities, and minimizing environmental impact.

The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and 13 (Climate Action), fostering well-being, encouraging responsible consumption, and advocating for climate action.

Excelencias Awards: A Tradition of Recognizing Excellence

The Excelencias Awards, presented annually at FITUR, have a longstanding tradition of acknowledging projects and individuals that excel in tourism, gastronomy, and culture.

The 19th edition of the awards, held during FITUR 2024, honored 45 projects from 19 countries, reflecting the awards’ expansive reach and significance in the industry.

The recognition of Sweet Papyros at FITUR 2025 not only highlights Colombia’s rich gastronomic heritage but also emphasizes the importance of innovation and sustainability in the global culinary landscape.

This accolade serves as an inspiration for other enterprises striving to make meaningful contributions to the gastronomic sector while promoting health and environmental consciousness.