More than what’s on the plate.
A meal can be an invitation to understand another culture. Gastrodiplomacy explores how cuisine helps nations and communities communicate who they are.
This project looks at the connections between food, tourism, national identity, and cultural exchange.
Where food and travel meet.
How does experiencing a cuisine shape the way we see a country? Dr. Suntikul’s research examines the relationship between gastrodiplomacy, tourism, and national identity.
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One table. Many cultures.
Explore the five countries in the original collection. Their dedicated guides are forthcoming.
France · South Korea · Thailand · Taiwan · Peru
People, places & the food between them.
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A curiosity about the world.
Meet Dr. Wantanee Suntikul and learn about the person behind this project.
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THE READING ROOM
Research & perspectives.
Explore the ideas behind the project, the relationship between food and tourism, and coverage of Dr. Suntikul’s work.
RESEARCH / WANTANEE SUNTIKUL
Gastrodiplomacy in tourism
Food, diplomacy, and travel are deeply connected. Explore how culinary experiences contribute to national identity and relationships across borders.
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USC CENTER ON PUBLIC DIPLOMACY / AUG 29, 2017
Food for thought
The USC Center on Public Diplomacy highlights Dr. Suntikul’s research on gastrodiplomacy in tourism.
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START HERE / AN INTRODUCTION
Understanding gastrodiplomacy
Discover how food supports cultural influence, public diplomacy, and people-to-people connections.
Read the introductionThis collection preserves the original site’s available material. Historical coverage is labelled by its original publication date.
FROM THE JOURNAL
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