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Never eat foods that are not in season: The commodification and authentication of gastronomic identity in tourism
Gastronomic identity is an emerging concept with considerable explanatory power in understanding cultural and social dynamics. This study investigates the meaning of gastronomic identity and the cultural and social processes involved in its touristic commodification. The study was conducted in Suzhou, China, using a multi-method qualitative approach comprising participant observation, secondary document analysis, and semi-structured interviews. Analysis reveals that the essence of Suzhou's gastronomic identity lies in seasonality, periodic changes in local food supply and demand. The commodification of this seasonal feature has transformed into a cultural allure for visitors. Stakeholders strategically leverage seasonal selections and culinary presentations to authenticate the regional gastronomic identity. However, these efforts are undermined by unethical food business practices—disregarding seasonality and engaging in premature food production—that threaten seasonal food culture's authenticity. This study enhances our understanding of the place-based meaning of gastronomic identity and its commodification and authentication in tourism.
期刊介绍:
International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science is a peer-reviewed journal that explicitly focuses on the interface of food science and gastronomy. Articles focusing only on food science will not be considered. This journal equally encourages both scientists and chefs to publish original scientific papers, review articles and original culinary works. We seek articles with clear evidence of this interaction. From a scientific perspective, this publication aims to become the home for research from the whole community of food science and gastronomy.
IJGFS explores all aspects related to the growing field of the interaction of gastronomy and food science, in areas such as food chemistry, food technology and culinary techniques, food microbiology, genetics, sensory science, neuroscience, psychology, culinary concepts, culinary trends, and gastronomic experience (all the elements that contribute to the appreciation and enjoyment of the meal. Also relevant is research on science-based educational programs in gastronomy, anthropology, gastronomic history and food sociology. All these areas of knowledge are crucial to gastronomy, as they contribute to a better understanding of this broad term and its practical implications for science and society.