Year: 2014
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: Culinaria and gastronomy can be significant features of a destination, allowing tourists to experience local cultures, heritage and lifestyles.Street (hawker) food in Singapore offers visitors a unique opportunity to sample local dishes conveniently and economically, whilst experiencing a vibrant colloquial taste of life.Many hotels in Singapore also commonly feature local signature dishes in their menu.This study investigates the role of Asian street food and traditional cuisines served in international chain hotels as a tourism and cultural resource; specifically from a hotel and destination branding perspective within the Asian hospitality context, with Singapore as a destination.
Authors: Eunice Tan, Kaye Chon
Institution: Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Language: English
Topic: Culinary Culture and Tourism
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2790572800