{"title":"Digital gastronomy 2.0: A 15-year transformative journey in culinary-tech evolution and interaction","authors":"Amit Raphael Zoran","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101135","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101135","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper reviews 15 years of exploration and development in Digital Gastronomy (DG), tracing its progression from foundational frameworks to AI-integrated culinary systems. The journey begins with integrating computational tools like laser cooking, 3D printing, CNC milling, and modular molds, which expand the possibilities of creativity and precision in the kitchen. Building on these technologies, the Meta-Recipe (MR) framework introduces a structured approach to recipe design, allowing chefs to adapt dishes dynamically while maintaining culinary coherence. The concept of “Digital Alchemy” extends this foundation, blending AI-driven methods with traditional healing and sustainable practices to emphasize well-being and environmental consciousness. These advancements culminate in the vision of an AI-augmented kitchen, conceptualized as a collaborative and adaptive space that bridges culinary artistry with algorithmic precision. This research highlights DG's potential as an evolving interdisciplinary field, offering new gastronomy, creativity, and sustainability directions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101135"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143480295","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The role of social media in tourists’ conformity and irrational food consumption: Implications for food waste","authors":"Yuqi Zhang , Fu-Chieh Hsu , Lihua Gao","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101133","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101133","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study examines the impact of social media on tourists' irrational food consumption behavior at travel destinations, a significant potential contributor to food waste. Based on the social influence theory, a conceptual model was established to examine the relationship between conformity, social identity, social desirability, and irrational consumption. We also examined the mediating effect of tourists' vanity. Data were collected from 440 participants from Mainland China who had visited restaurants introduced by the social media during their previous trip. Our results showed that extensive exposure to food-themed photos and videos influenced tourists' conformity. Conformity fulfilled tourists' social identity and desirability, leading to irrational food consumption. We confirmed the mediating role of vanity, elucidating the relationship between conformity, social identity, and desirability. The novelty of this study lies in examining and discussing the potential negative influence of social media on tourists' food consumption behaviour at travel destinations, rather than merely focusing on the general impact of social media on behaviour. Additionally, this study fills a critical research gap by exploring irrational food consumption behaviour, which has been largely overlooked in previous studies that primarily focused on rational decision-making processes. Additionally, this study provides empirical evidence and new insights into the influence of social media on tourists’ food waste which can promote the sustainable development of tourism and avoid food wastage by providing practical solutions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101133"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143465513","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Main factors influencing consumer willingness to pay for sustainable wine","authors":"Federico Modica , Filippo Sgroi , Amparo Baviera-Puig , Caterina Sciortino","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101131","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101131","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper examines the factors influencing consumers' willingness to pay a premium for sustainable wine. Using survey data from 528 Sicilian consumers and a logistic regression model, we assess determinants of low versus high Willingness To Pay. Results show that attention to labels and environmental considerations positively influence Willingness To Pay, while higher prices negatively affect it. Other variables, though not statistically significant, suggest trends in consumer behavior. The paper concludes with implications for producers and marketers, offering recommendations to promote sustainable wine consumption in Sicily and beyond.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101131"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453976","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Consumer segmentation and participation drivers in community-supported agriculture: A choice experiment and partial least squares structural equation modelling approach","authors":"Sota Takagi , Miki Saijo , Takumi Ohashi","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101129","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101129","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As the global food system faces increasing challenges from sustainability, climate change, and food security issues, alternative food networks like Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) play an essential role in fostering stronger connections between consumers and producers. However, understanding consumer engagement with CSA is fragmented, particularly in Japan where CSA participation is still emerging. This study aims to identify potential CSA participants in Japan and validate existing theories on CSA participation through a quantitative analysis of 2484 Japanese consumers.</div><div>Using choice experiments, Latent Class Analysis, and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling, we identified five distinct consumer segments. The “Sustainable Food Seekers” group showed the highest positive utility for CSA, driven primarily by “Food Education and Learning Opportunities” and “Contribution to Environmental and Social Issues.” These factors were consistently significant across all segments, suggesting that many Japanese consumers value CSA for its educational and environmental benefits. In contrast, factors related to “Variety of Ingredients” were less influential in determining participation intentions. The findings suggest that promoting CSA in Japan may be most effective by emphasizing its role in environmental and social impact, rather than focusing solely on product attributes like organic certification, which is readily available in supermarkets. This reflects a key distinction between CSA adoption in Japan and in other cultural contexts, where access to organic produce is a primary driver.</div><div>This research provides practical insights for CSA organizations, policymakers, and producers, offering recommendations on how to better promote CSA participation in Japan and contribute to building a sustainable food system.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"40 ","pages":"Article 101129"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143580569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Driving pro-environmental practice change and food waste reduction in (and around) professional kitchens: Connecting materiality and meaning","authors":"Gaurav Chawla , Peter Lugosi","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101126","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101126","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper examines how interventions via the physical working environment can be used to promote behaviour aimed at food waste reduction. Building on theories of practice, data were collected at luxury hotels using multiple methods, encompassing document analysis, observation and interviews. A new set of protocols for waste collection were introduced in the kitchens to drive practice change among chefs and associated personnel. The findings suggest that the intervention was initially met with resistance, which was attributed to the misalignment of meanings associated with this initiative among practitioners. However, subsequent human and non-human interventions helped to create new shared meanings that drove changes in attitudes and behaviours. The findings show how this initial focus on materiality led to change in ‘meaningful knowledge’, and subsequently shared meanings. Moreover, the data stress that practice change is constrained when shared meanings are not established and mobilised effectively. Overall, the study demonstrates how organisational practices concerning food waste can be modified through small-scale interventions, coupled with additional reinforcement strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101126"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143488852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Khairul Alam Sobuj , Md Hadiul Islam Raiyan , Md Jahir Raihan , Md. Ariful Islam , Md. Mohibul Hasan , Shafiqur Rahman
{"title":"A cross-sectional study on consumer approaches towards seaweed value-added food products from Bangladesh","authors":"Mohammad Khairul Alam Sobuj , Md Hadiul Islam Raiyan , Md Jahir Raihan , Md. Ariful Islam , Md. Mohibul Hasan , Shafiqur Rahman","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101128","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101128","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Seaweed and seaweed-based value-added food products have been consumed in Asian countries such as China and Japan for many centuries. However, they remain relatively new food items in Bangladesh due to the absence of a culinary tradition involving seaweed. The present study aimed to determine consumer approaches towards consuming seaweed value-added food products in Cox's Bazar, a coastal city in Bangladesh. A survey and a sensorial tasting session were conducted during a seaweed food festival in February 2022. Various food items were prepared by incorporating dry seaweed into dishes and served during the festival. Data collection involved a cross-sectional questionnaire survey with 20 questions categorized into six sections: confidence, knowledge, attitude, neophobia, satisfaction, and willingness. A total of 136 respondents participated in the survey. The data were analyzed using Pearson correlation, multiple linear regression, and Hayes Process Macro Model 4 to identify relationships among the categories. The highest mean score was observed for willingness (4.35), while neophobia had the lowest mean (3.85). Although multiple linear regression did not yield significant results across all categories, a strong positive correlation was found between confidence and willingness (r = 0.695, p < 0.01). The findings suggest that neophobia is a significant barrier to the acceptance of seaweed-based products in Bangladesh. Consumer hesitancy to try unfamiliar foods was identified as a primary challenge to the widespread adoption of seaweed value-added products. This highlights the need for strategies to enhance consumer confidence, willingness, and attitude. To overcome neophobia, the study recommends targeted training and education for potential buyers. Developing seaweed-based products with familiar flavors could also improve consumer acceptance by aligning with local preferences. These steps may increase the willingness and confidence of consumers, ultimately fostering the growth of the seaweed product market in Bangladesh.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101128"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143395704","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dear chef, know thyself","authors":"Adam Carmer","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101127","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101127","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This commentary examines the complex identity transformation challenges faced by culinary professionals considering doctoral education in response to Bucher and Lee's article Dear chef, do you really want a PhD? Through the lens of identity, it analyzes the psychological and professional implications of transitioning from a chef to an academic scholar. The discussion explores the parallels between culinary and academic career paths while investigating the fundamental identity questions chefs must address when contemplating doctoral studies. The paper presents six primary identity motives that drive such transformational journeys: psychological coherence, distinctiveness and recognition, social integration, academic and professional development, difficulty response, and societal pressures. Eschewing several established theoretical frameworks, this paper provides insights for culinary professionals contemplating academic advancement and transforming from their former professional identity. The commentary concludes that successful identity transformation requires deep self-awareness and alignment with authentic motivations, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection in career transitions. Moreover, Know Thyself.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101127"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143388108","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Burcunur Demir Savaş , Mustafa Gürses , Adem Savaş , Tunahan Engin , Mehmet Murat Karaoğlu , Halil İbrahim Binici
{"title":"Effect of the addition of rosehip marmalade on the textural, rheological, microbiological, physicochemical and organic acid profile of kefir","authors":"Burcunur Demir Savaş , Mustafa Gürses , Adem Savaş , Tunahan Engin , Mehmet Murat Karaoğlu , Halil İbrahim Binici","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101125","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101125","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The effect of the addition of rosehip marmalade on the textural, rheological, microbiological, physicochemical and organic acid profile of kefir during storage was investigated. Samples were also analyzed in terms of some qualitative properties (dry matter, fat, protein, ash, pH, acidity, <em>L∗, a∗, b∗</em>). Both storage time and different formulations were effective on the qualitative properties of the samples. Organic acid content of the samples ranged from nd-5522.7 mg/L and all kefirs showed pseudoplastic flow. Storage time and rosehip marmalade rate had a statistically significant effect on the determined organic acids, color, rheology, yeast, protein, fat, pH and acidity (p < 0.01). While the number of TAMB was statistically significant during storage (p < 0.05), <em>Lactobacillus, Lactococcus</em>, dry matter and ash rate were not statistically significant (p > 0.05). Further, it was observed that the numbers of mold, coliform bacteria and <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em> in the samples were below detectable levels during storage.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101125"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143372728","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Time-course analysis of kobujime curing of Japanese flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus): Biochemical insights into dehydration processing of fish meat with kombu","authors":"Yuri Kominami, Kaito Takase, Hideki Ushio","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101124","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101124","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The demand for sustainable and healthy food processing methods is increasing, and kobujime, a traditional Japanese seafood processing technique, may offer a solution. This method involves dehydrating fish meat with dried kombu (kelp). The present study investigated the relationship between dehydration and biochemical characteristics in Japanese flounder (<em>Paralichthys olivaceus</em>) meat during kobujime curing, aiming to elucidate its preservation and umamification mechanisms. Flounder meat samples were prepared in three ways: non-dehydrated, dehydrated with a commercial dehydrator sheet, and dehydrated with dried kombu (kobujime). The transfer of Na<sup>+</sup> and free Glu to the flounder meat was observed exclusively in the kobujime curing. Analysis of taste substances and metabolomic profiles suggested that dehydration with both the dehydrator sheet and the kombu not only concentrates metabolites but also alters biochemical reactions in the flounder meat. Furthermore, the transfer of flavors from the kombu to the flounder meat was indicated.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101124"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143151924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The ‘social heroes’ approach as a methodology for valorising the primary sector and promoting local products. A pilot study in lanzarote, Canary Islands","authors":"José A. González , Domingo Lorenzo-Cuyás","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101123","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgfs.2025.101123","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Cuisine and folklore are among the most ancient and deeply rooted cultural expressions of humanity. Sustainable and intelligent gastronomy, especially in times of crisis, serves as a driving force, creating a ripple effect that influences other socio-cultural and socio-economic sectors of a region. It brings numerous social and economic benefits, notably improving citizens' health and well-being while reinforcing territorial culture and food sovereignty. A recent pilot study conducted by the authors in Lanzarote (Canary Islands) during 2021–2022 explored the preservation of the island's intangible food heritage through innovative approaches. One aspect involved interviews with primary producers (including those in agriculture, livestock, and fishing) and restaurateurs and chefs who prioritize local products. A second approach focused on culinary traditions passed down through generations: (i) home cooking rooted in popular wisdom, (ii) culinary practices aboard artisanal fishing boats, and (iii) offerings from traditional restaurants. A third innovative element was the development of a seasonal calendar of local products to inform consumers and encourage the prioritization of fresh, local ingredients. Special attention was given to the role of participants as “social heroes”, contributing to the preservation of their region's rich cultural heritage —both land and sea— and ultimately supporting the conservation of natural resources. These elements are understood as key to collective prosperity and sustainability, grounded in participants' responsibility and commitment to their actions. The initial hypothesis suggesting that the ‘social heroes’ approach in the Canary Islands might function as a valid methodology for valorising the primary sector and promoting local products is confirmed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48594,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science","volume":"39 ","pages":"Article 101123"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143237984","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}