UNESCO put Italian food on a special list. This list is for important culture. Italian food is now part of this heritage.
This means Italian food is very important. It is not just about eating. It is about life and being Italian. Italy is the first country for this big award.
A group met in India. They said yes to Italy's idea. Italy asked for this last year. Other places got awards for food. But this is for all Italian food. The group liked how families teach cooking. They also liked how eating together helps people.
The leader of Italy is happy. She said food is culture for Italians. A professor said cooking is love. It shows who we are. Many Italians are proud.
Italy wants more visitors. They want people to see real Italian ways. People will want to visit Italy for its culture and food.
UNESCO also added a food from Egypt. But Italy's award is new. It is about how people cook and share food. It is about talking and teaching recipes. It shows heritage is about sharing food.