Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism

Download or read book Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism written by Rana, Varinder Singh and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-12-02 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developing sustainable practices in gastronomic tourism is essential for creating a responsible and impactful travel experience. As travelers become conscious of their environmental and social impact, the culinary tourism sector prioritizes sustainability at every stage. This includes promoting local ingredients, supporting small-scale producers, and minimizing food waste while also celebrating cultural heritage through authentic culinary experiences. Gastronomic tourism enhances the visitor experience while contributing to the preservation of local ecosystems and communities. Further research into gastronomic tourism is necessary to promote multi-stakeholder cooperation between local communities, companies, NGOs, and governments for improved sustainability of culinary tourism. Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism explores sustainability principles in relation to culinary tourism, including its effects on the environment, society, and economy. It examines how sustainable tourism practices incorporate gastronomic heritage, emphasizing the value of maintaining regional food systems and culinary customs. This book covers topics such as conservation and preservation, social media, and waste management, and is a useful resource for hospitality and tourism professionals, economists, environmental scientists, marketers, business owners, academicians, and researchers.