Art & Travel International Film Festival
Winners 2026
Winners 2026
Nomination: Gastro Video 2026
I place
Michaela Guzy (USA)
OH THE PEOPLE YOU MEET with Michaela Guzy in Singapore
OH THE PEOPLE YOU MEET with Michaela Guzy in Singapore
Can you guess where in the world is the only island city-state? A clue, it's made up of one main island and 64 offshore islands. There are four official languages spoken and yet the locals are known to speak Singlish, not just English. This Gateway to Asia, is one of the world’s greenest urban centers with some of the world’s most sustainable hotels - including the Global Hotel Alliance, the world's largest independent alliance of hotel brands.
Our series is founded on the editorial principle that we empower our #localhosts to share their own stories. Afterall, you won’t be meeting us in Singapore…I’m confident that we’ve selected a cast of inspiring local people that are really excited to welcome you to their home. Enjoy this special episode from Singapore!
Our series is founded on the editorial principle that we empower our #localhosts to share their own stories. Afterall, you won’t be meeting us in Singapore…I’m confident that we’ve selected a cast of inspiring local people that are really excited to welcome you to their home. Enjoy this special episode from Singapore!
II place
Milica Popovic (Serbia)
ArchaeoKitchen: At the Table of Prince Velimir
ArchaeoKitchen: At the Table of Prince Velimir
ArchaeoKitchen: At the Table of Prince Velimir
II place
Tomasz Walczak (Poland)
Tales of Poland
Echoes of the Legend is an original reinterpretation of the city’s well-known tale, brought to life as a treasure-hunt film.
III place
Lela Pirtskhalaishvili (Georgia)
The Taste of Guria - Kintikara and Guruli Suneli
Guruli Suneli making video is a cinematic tribute to the living traditions of Guria, a region in western Georgia where heritage is preserved not in museums, but in family homes, gardens, songs, and shared meals.
Together with my daughter, we prepare Guruli Suneli, in the backyard of Kintikara Retreat Space, the region's beloved aromatic spice blend, using herbs grown in our garden. We grind the herbs by hand in a traditional stone mortar, following techniques passed down through generations. As we work, we sing Gurian folk songs together, celebrating the famous polyphonic tradition that has long been the heartbeat of our region. In these moments, cooking becomes more than preparing food - it becomes an act of remembering, teaching, and belonging.
Together with my daughter, we prepare Guruli Suneli, in the backyard of Kintikara Retreat Space, the region's beloved aromatic spice blend, using herbs grown in our garden. We grind the herbs by hand in a traditional stone mortar, following techniques passed down through generations. As we work, we sing Gurian folk songs together, celebrating the famous polyphonic tradition that has long been the heartbeat of our region. In these moments, cooking becomes more than preparing food - it becomes an act of remembering, teaching, and belonging.
Special Prize
Michaela Guzy (USA)
SLEEPING AROUND SAFELY in Barcelona
SLEEPING AROUND SAFELY in Barcelona
Can you guess where I'm SLEEPING AROUND SAFELY now?
A clue, this hotel was the first to bear the name "Ritz" in Barcelona, Spain - the city's first five-star hotel. The hotel is walking distance to hot spots like: Passeig de Gracia, the Old City and Plaza Real. The 360 view from the rooftop is the best in the city - from the beaches to the Sagrada Familia - there is a lively restaurant bar, pool and robust programming - including movie night under the stars.
We immersed ourselves in art both inside and outside the hotel, including a walk through 1,000 years of art with an Art Curator from the Museu Nacional D'Art de Catalunya. The creativity doesn't stop at the museums either, we sipped our way through the craft cocktail menu at the ultimate speakeasy with a sustainable mission, guided by the master mixologist of Paradiso Barcelona.
Chef Gonzalo Meroi has cooked for President Obama at the suggestion of Chef Jose Andreas at AMAR on the street level of El Palace Hotel...you could imagine my intrigue in discovering for myself. Chef took me to meet his local suppliers before we headed back into the kitchen to make a few of his favorite dishes. Tip: eat anything on his menu with the chickpeas.
A clue, this hotel was the first to bear the name "Ritz" in Barcelona, Spain - the city's first five-star hotel. The hotel is walking distance to hot spots like: Passeig de Gracia, the Old City and Plaza Real. The 360 view from the rooftop is the best in the city - from the beaches to the Sagrada Familia - there is a lively restaurant bar, pool and robust programming - including movie night under the stars.
We immersed ourselves in art both inside and outside the hotel, including a walk through 1,000 years of art with an Art Curator from the Museu Nacional D'Art de Catalunya. The creativity doesn't stop at the museums either, we sipped our way through the craft cocktail menu at the ultimate speakeasy with a sustainable mission, guided by the master mixologist of Paradiso Barcelona.
Chef Gonzalo Meroi has cooked for President Obama at the suggestion of Chef Jose Andreas at AMAR on the street level of El Palace Hotel...you could imagine my intrigue in discovering for myself. Chef took me to meet his local suppliers before we headed back into the kitchen to make a few of his favorite dishes. Tip: eat anything on his menu with the chickpeas.
