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285 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 4,337 Culinary Culture and Tourism papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • Lack of understanding of how English-facing labels for Chinese heritage foods mediate cultural meanings and shape consumer interpretation. Limited research on the role of label configurations in shaping consumer expectations and perceived authenticity. Need for a multimodal and reception-oriented approach to studying food labeling and consumer interpretation.

    Transcreation of Chinese heritage food labels for cross-cultural consumption: a multimodal and reception-oriented study · 2026 · DOI

  • These insights invite further research into cultural exchanges and culinary connections in understudied non-Western contexts, enriching discourses on authenticity, identity, and globalization.

    Negotiating food authenticity and service authenticity in Korean restaurants in Ankara · 2026 · DOI

  • It supports a previously under-researched conceptualization of HCMC as multiethnic.

    Culinary citizenship and food pedagogies among diners in multiethnic Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam · 2025 · DOI

  • However, little is known about how different perceptions of authenticity affect consumer behavior.

    The Effects of Multiple Authenticity Dimensions on Dining Intentions in Ethnic Restaurant · 2025 · DOI

  • The information concerning this event is scarce, confined to only two sources, the chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon and the history of Roger of Wendover.

    A surfeit of lampreys – a true story or a myth? · 2024 · DOI

  • The consideration of culturally diverse aesthetic tastes is not limited to artworks.

    The Geography of Taste · 2024 · DOI

  • The critical dependence on bearers of unique mastery, whose skills are difficult to formalize and replicate. The lack of a systematic tool to transfer non-automated cooking processes into an optimized, high-speed chain enterprise.

    Applied Methodology for the Reengineering and Standardization of Manual Culinary Processes: From the Chef-Driven Kitchen to a High-Load Chain Format (the Laghman Express Model) · 2026 · DOI

  • Further research could explore the application of the study's approach to other social media platforms. Further research could investigate the use of other machine learning algorithms for topic discovery.

    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND NLP ON REDDIT: UNSUPERVISED DETECTION OF FOOD TRENDS AND HEALTHY EATING PATTERNS · 2026 · DOI

  • Traditional sensory analysis provides limited insight into consumer behavior. There is a need for a scalable source for detecting food trends and healthy eating patterns.

    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND NLP ON REDDIT: UNSUPERVISED DETECTION OF FOOD TRENDS AND HEALTHY EATING PATTERNS · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited empirical studies have examined the impact of multisensory dining within the local context of Iloilo City. The study addresses this gap by investigating how multisensory dining experiences influence customer satisfaction.

    Beyond Taste: Multisensory Dining Experiences and Their Influence on Customer Satisfaction in Iloilo City's Food Service Sector · 2026 · DOI

  • Food service establishments should enhance ambiance and presentation alongside food quality. 2. Operators should invest in sensory-focused innovations, such as lighting design and curated music. 3. Future research may explore qualitative insights into customer experiences. 4. Stakeholders may use the proposed framework for strategic planning and service improvement. REFERENCES 1) 2) 3) 4) (2022). Memorable dining experiences with five senses: Conceptualization and scale development. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management, 53, 198–207. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhtm.2022.11.001 (2023). Traditional restaurant managers’ use of sensory marketing to maintain customer satisfaction. Cogent Business & Management, 10(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/23311975.2023.2196788 (2024). Exploring the influence of multisensory experiences on consumer evaluation of cold tea. International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 37, 101011. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijgfs.2024.101011 (2026). Beyond taste: A multisensory evaluation framework for fine dining takeout packaging design. International Journal of Hospitality Management, 134, 104556. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhm.2026.104556 5) Biswas, D., Szocs, C., Chacko, R., & Wansink, B. (2022). Shining light on atmospherics: How ambient light influences food choices. Journal of Marketing Research, 59(2), 1–17. 6) Chua, M. S., David, J. B., Rondina, C. Q., et al. (2023). Customer satisfaction towards immersive dining experiences: Assessing modern restaurant trends. APacCHRIE Conference Proceedings. 7) Ghazali, E. M., Mutum, D. S., & Cheah, J. J. (2025). Dining with robots: An integrated perspective on functional, emotional and relational dimensions of customer experience. Electronic Markets, 35, 57. 8) Harrington, R. J., Ottenbacher, M. C., & Fauser, S. (2023). QSR brand value: The role of experiential dining. International Journal of Hospitality Management, 110, 103436. 9) Kim, J., & Lennon, S. J. (2023). Effects of visual and auditory cues on dining satisfaction. Psychology & Marketing, 40(5), 1002–1015. 10) Kotler, P. (1973). Atmospherics as a Marketing Tool. Journal of Retailing. 11) Krishna, A. (2022). An integrative review of sensory marketing: Engaging the senses to affect perception, judgment, and behavior. Journal of Consumer Psychology, 32(1), 1–25. IJSSHR, Volume 09 Issue 05 May 2026 www.ijsshr.in Page 4 “Beyond Taste: Multisensory Dining Experiences and Their Influence on Customer Satisfaction in Iloilo City’s Food Service Sector” 12) Lin, I. Y. (2022). The combined effect of music and lighting on customer experience. Journal of Foodservice Business Research, 25(3), 275–292. 13) Magnini, V. P., & Kim, S. (2022).

    Beyond Taste: Multisensory Dining Experiences and Their Influence on Customer Satisfaction in Iloilo City's Food Service Sector · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in understanding the role of food in diasporic narratives, particularly in terms of its affective dimension. It highlights the need to consider the significance of food in shaping diasporic experience and identity.

    Edible Archives: Food, Memory, and Diasporic Identity in the Namesake and Crying in H Mart · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the implications of the study's findings for practitioners in the fields of gastrodiplomacy, public diplomacy, and cultural exchange. Further study could examine the role of social media in shaping public perception and cultural exchange through food and cuisine.

    Media Positioning in German-Speaking News Coverage of the Döner Kebab Dispute · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the understanding of how media narratives shape cultural and economic interests in the context of gastrodiplomacy. The paper highlights the need for further research on the intersection of food, diplomacy, and journalism in the production of public meaning.

    Media Positioning in German-Speaking News Coverage of the Döner Kebab Dispute · 2026 · DOI

  • The existing literature largely approaches gastrodiplomacy within the framework of cultural promotion and tourism marketing, paying limited attention to the economic and behavioral foundations of consumer preferences. There is a need to examine sustainable gastrodiplomacy through the lenses of information asymmetry, signaling theory, and behavioral economics.

    Beyond the Plate: Consumer Preferences and Public Value in the Context of Sustainable Gastrodiplomacy · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in preserving traditional food culture and adapting to modern changes. The paper also identifies a gap in educating people about balanced nutrition and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

    FOOD AND DRINK CULTURE IN MODERN SOCIETY · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore how other forms of cultural representation, such as music or art, operate within tourism discourse. Further study could examine the impact of fusion cuisine on indigenous sovereignty and settler colonialism in other contexts.

    Consuming Paradise: Fusion Cuisine, Culinary Tourism, and the Construction of Multicultural Hawai'i · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the literature on how fusion cuisine operates as a representational medium within tourism discourse. The thesis argues that prior studies have not fully considered the role of cuisine in constructing a consumable local identity.

    Consuming Paradise: Fusion Cuisine, Culinary Tourism, and the Construction of Multicultural Hawai'i · 2026 · DOI

  • The study has a small sample size of nine participants. The study is limited to Chinese international students in the United States and may not be generalizable to other populations. The study relies on self-reported data from food journals and interviews, which may be subject to biases and limitations.

    Eating Well In Uncertain Times: Food, Attunement, And Everyday Care Among Chinese International Students · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in our understanding of the ways in which food practices can be used as a form of self-care, particularly for Chinese international students in the United States. The study highlights the need for further research on the cultural and social context of food practices in promoting health and well-being.

    Eating Well In Uncertain Times: Food, Attunement, And Everyday Care Among Chinese International Students · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should explore the application of traditional knowledge in public health policies. Further studies should analyze the effectiveness of integrating cultural heritage into dietary recommendations.

    Patrimonio alimentario, dietética y salud: el caso del refranero · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of traditional knowledge and its relationship to contemporary nutritional models. The paper highlights the need to integrate cultural heritage into public health policies.

    Patrimonio alimentario, dietética y salud: el caso del refranero · 2026 · DOI

  • The difficulties and challenges posed by COVID-19 to the tourism industry. The lack of research on the sensory experience of food tourists.

    The effect of food sensory experience on tourist engagement behavior: A study based on mental imagery theory · 2026 · DOI

  • Research on the effect of food tourism on tourist engagement behavior is an important gap in tourism research. Few studies have focused on the sensory experience of food tourists.

    The effect of food sensory experience on tourist engagement behavior: A study based on mental imagery theory · 2026 · DOI

  • Cavite's culinary assets remain underpromoted and insufficiently integrated into tourism initiatives - Challenges related to marketing, tourism infrastructure, and stakeholder collaboration may hinder its competitiveness as a culinary destination

    SHOWCASING CAVITE’S CULINARY HERITAGE AS A WORLD-CLASS TOURIST DESTINATION · 2026 · DOI

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