This publication offers an in-depth exploration of global gastronomy tourism trends and practices, with a particular focus on the symbiotic relationship between gastronomy, territories and heritage within the realm of tourism research. It examines the profound impact of gastronomic experiences on travel decisions, highlighting the rise of food-centric destinations and the evolving preferences of gastronomy tourists. Additionally, it delves into the pivotal role of gastronomy in destination branding and its potential as a driver of economic growth across diverse regions worldwide.

2) Impact on Research Community:

This book provides a comprehensive insight into the dynamic landscape of gastronomy tourism, serving as an invaluable resource for researchers seeking to grasp the latest trends, consumer behaviours, and industry practices. By spotlighting the intricate interplay between gastronomy and tourism on a global scale, it enriches the research community's comprehension of the multifaceted relationship among food, culture, and travel. Furthermore, by elucidating the intersection of gastronomy and tourism, this book fosters a holistic understanding of visitor experiences and destination competitiveness. It provides both theoretical frameworks and practical insights, catering to scholars and practitioners eager to elevate the gastronomic dimensions of destination offerings.

3) Intended Audience:

Researchers and academics in the fields of tourism studies, gastronomy, hospitality, and related disciplines. Professionals in the gastronomy and tourism industry, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in destination marketing and development would also benefit from the insights provided in this publication. Scholars and practitioners in tourism studies, cultural studies, gastronomy, economic development, and destination management. Professionals in the tourism and hospitality sectors seeking insights into leveraging gastronomic assets for destination promotion and sustainable tourism development would find this publication valuable.

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Andreia Moura holds a PhD in Tourism and is Adjunct Professor at the Department of Tourism and Gastronomy of the Coimbra Education School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra. She is full researcher at CiTUR - Centre for Research, Development, and Innovation in Tourism, and collaborating researcher of GOVCOPP-UA and CIDEHUS-UE and researcher of the Alliance on Research of ISTO - International Social Tourism Organisation. Her main research interests are related to accessible and social tourism, destination competitiveness, quality in tourism, human capital in tourism and gastronomy. She has participated in several research projects funded by the European Commission and FCT (Portuguese public agency that supports science, technology, and innovation). She is currently Co-Principal Investigator of the project TalentTOUR – “Talent Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector” and part of the research team of the project CEGaS – “Circular Economy for Sustainable Gastronomy: Diagnosis and adoption of good practices in the restaurant sector”, both funded by CiTUR, trough FCT. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1722-3476

Maria do Rosário Campos Mira has a Specialist Professor degree and a Ph.D. in Tourism. She is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Tourism and Gastronomy of the Coimbra Education School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra, Rua D. João III, Solum, 3030-329 Coimbra, Portugal | www.esec.pt, mrmira@esec.pt. She is full researcher at CiTUR - Centre for Research, Development, and Innovation in Tourism, and collaborating researcher of GOVCOPP-UA. She is alson an International auditor at UNWTO TEDQUAL Certification Program, for the education in tourism and gastronomy courses. Reviewer of papers in international journals. Her research interests relate to quality, human resources, governance, and internationalization of tourism destinations. ID ORCID: 0000-0001-8878-955X | Researcher ID (Thomson Reuters): N-3212-2018 | SCOPUS Author ID: 57204468916 | Ciência ID: CD1A-B0DE-3AC9.

Mariana Carvalho is Visiting Adjunct Professor at the Department of Tourism and Gastronomy of the Coimbra Education School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra. She holds a PhD in Tourism and a Master’s Degree in Tourism Management and Development from the University of Aveiro (Portugal), and a degree in Tourism from the University of Coimbra. She integrates the Research Unit of CITUR (Centre for Tourism Research, Development and Innovation). She is the author and co-author of published papers and chapters in the field of Tourism and she has participated in research projects related to rural tourism experiences, sustainable rural wine tourism experiences and the experience co-creation in tourism. Her main research areas of interest are experience co-creation, food & wine tourism, the tourist experience, rural tourism, cultural and creative tourism. Orcid: 0000-0003-0929-4247

Archaeologist, with a Master in Art History, Tourism and Heritage (2012), João Pedro Gomes holds a PhD in Food Heritage: Cultures and Identities from University of Coimbra (2022). Is Invited Adjunct Professor at the Department of Tourism and Gastronomy of the Coimbra Education School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra and teacher in School of Hospitality and Tourism of Coimbra. Researcher at CiTUR - Centre for Research, Development, and Innovation in Tourism and collaborative researcher at Center for Classical and Humanistic Studies at the University of Coimbra (CECH-UC) integrated in the transnational project "DIAITA: Lusophony Food Heritage". His main research areas of interest are related to the relation between territories, food heritage and identities and the connections between traditions and innovation in gastronomy, with particular focus on recreation of historic gastronomy. Orcid: 0000-0002-0153-7147; CIência ID: 6619-3F9B-B21B

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