Traditional Gastronomy

Definition

Traditional gastronomy refers to the culinary traditions and practices that have been passed down from generation to generation within a specific society or community. It includes traditional food preparation methods, recipes, ingredients, and eating customs that are unique to a particular region.

Related terms

Foodways: Foodways encompass all aspects related to food within a particular culture including growing crops, preparing meals, serving etiquette, and even beliefs and taboos associated with food.

Culinary Tourism: Culinary tourism refers to the travel for the purpose of experiencing a destination's local cuisine and food culture. It involves exploring traditional gastronomy in different regions or countries.

Fusion Cuisine: Fusion cuisine is the blending of culinary traditions from different cultures to create new dishes that incorporate ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques from multiple cultural backgrounds.