A Qualitative Study on the Reasons for the Underdevelopment of Molecular Gastronomy in Turkey
Turkey, known for its rich culinary culture, has been home to a society nourished by diverse and rich flavors for centuries. However, the acceptance of contemporary and innovative approaches like molecular gastronomy in Turkish cuisine seems to have been slow. Molecular gastronomy aims to go beyond taste by utilizing traditional cooking techniques and ingredients. Studies, along with examples of education abroad, have been examined. In this context, a qualitative study was conducted by posing semi-structured questions to 10 chefs and chef candidates who have received gastronomy education in well-established and upscale establishments, aiming to understand why molecular gastronomy has not developed in Turkey. Recommendations have been made to contribute to the gastronomy sector based on the analysis.
Key Words: Molecular gastronomy, Molecular gastronomy in Turkish cuisine, Reasons
for the underdevelopment of molecular gastronomy.
The Impact of Overtourism on Urban Life Satisfaction: A Case Study of Antalya Province
This study investigates the perceptions and thoughts of the local population in the Antalya region regarding overtourism, and its effects on their satisfaction with city life. Overtourism, which has become a key issue in recent years, refers to the overcrowding and negative impacts tourism can have on local communities and environments. Despite the increasing frequency of this term in the literature, overtourism has been a subject of scholarly discussion for over four decades. The study aims to analyze how environmental, cultural, economic, social, and racial perceptions of overtourism influence the overall satisfaction of local residents with their city life. A quantitative research approach using an online survey was employed to collect data, allowing for efficient and widespread distribution of the survey. The findings will provide valuable insights into the local population’s experience with overtourism and its implications for urban life satisfaction in tourist destinations.
Keywords: Overtourism, Urban Life Satisfaction, Local Residents, Environmental Perceptions, Cultural Perceptions, Economic Perceptions, Social Perceptions, Racial Perceptions, Antalya, Online Survey, Quantitative Research.