Meet, Cook, Celebrate Food, Culture & Creativity on the Streets of Rome!
🍲 Join the International Soup Festival 2026 as a Volunteer!
Aiming to learn about sustainable food and local production? Join cooking classes, explore creative flavor combinations, and enjoy meeting and sharing food together on the streets of Rome. Experience the artistic side of cooking, present your creations to the public, and be part of a unique international ESC Volunteering Team!
đź—“ Dates
8–23 April 2026
Location
Rome, Italy, hosted at La Città dell’Utopia, a vibrant hub for intercultural exchange, sustainability, and active citizenship.
What You’ll Do
As a volunteer, you will:
- Support the organization and running of the International Soup Festival 2026
- Help set up indoor and outdoor spaces, manage bars and cash desks, and assist in cooking
- Contribute to creative outputs like videos, photos, interviews, and podcasts
- Participate in practical activities such as gardening and tidying up the venue
- Take part in workshops on sustainable food, local production, and zero-waste practices
- Learn about Italian cuisine, vegetarian & vegan cooking, and intercultural culinary traditions
Who Can Join
We are looking for participants who:
- Are under 30 years old
- Have interest in food culture and event organization
- Enjoy working in groups
- Have basic cooking skills and a motivation for gardening & creative tasks
- Are residents of EU programme countries or eligible associated third countries
Why Join
- Be part of an international volunteer team
- Gain hands-on experience in event management and sustainable food practices
- Connect with local communities and celebrate cultural diversity through food
- Enjoy Rome while making a meaningful impact!
đź“Ś How to Apply
For more information, view the full call here.
