In recent years the interest in gastronomy and culinary tourism has considerably increased both among consumers, and in the academic field. Culinary tourism is rapidly growing, partly due to the significant media attention. Cultural differences are well reflected in the choice of food, the food preparation procedures and the rituals of eating and drinking. In their quest for authenticity tourists appreciate the local culinary traditions and consider them as a genuine cultural experience.The aim of this book is to provide an insight into the intricate relationship of gastronomy and culture by presenting case studies from various countries and regions. Doing it, we strived to emphasize some of the major issues and highlight the practical implications for tourism development.
The Evolving Role of Bread in the Tuscan Gastronomic Culture
ROSSI, ADANELLA
Primo
;GALLI, FRANCESCA
2015-01-01
Abstract
In recent years the interest in gastronomy and culinary tourism has considerably increased both among consumers, and in the academic field. Culinary tourism is rapidly growing, partly due to the significant media attention. Cultural differences are well reflected in the choice of food, the food preparation procedures and the rituals of eating and drinking. In their quest for authenticity tourists appreciate the local culinary traditions and consider them as a genuine cultural experience.The aim of this book is to provide an insight into the intricate relationship of gastronomy and culture by presenting case studies from various countries and regions. Doing it, we strived to emphasize some of the major issues and highlight the practical implications for tourism development.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
