Food Culture & Society

Scope & Guideline

Celebrating the Richness of Culinary Traditions and Social Practices

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of Food Culture & Society through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore Food Culture & Society in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1552-8014
PublisherROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2008 to 2024
AbbreviationFOOD CULT SOC / Food Cult. Soc.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
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Address2-4 PARK SQUARE, MILTON PARK, ABINGDON OX14 4RN, OXON, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Food Culture & Society' serves as a critical platform for interdisciplinary research exploring the complex relationships between food, culture, and society. It engages with various theoretical frameworks and methodologies to dissect how food practices shape and are shaped by social, political, and economic contexts.
  1. Cultural Analysis of Food Practices:
    The journal emphasizes the examination of food as a cultural artifact, highlighting how culinary traditions, practices, and narratives influence and reflect societal values and identities.
  2. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Research published in this journal employs diverse methodologies from anthropology, sociology, history, and cultural studies, allowing for a multifaceted exploration of food systems and cultures.
  3. Food Sovereignty and Security:
    A core area of focus is the discourse around food sovereignty, food justice, and security, particularly in relation to marginalized communities and the impact of global food systems on local practices.
  4. Food and Identity:
    The journal explores the intersections of food with identity, including ethnic, gender, and class identities, and how these intersections influence consumption patterns and culinary expressions.
  5. Impact of Globalization on Local Food Cultures:
    Scholarly contributions examine the effects of globalization on local food practices, including the commodification of traditional cuisines and the emergence of fusion foods.
  6. Food Politics and Ethics:
    The journal critically analyzes the political dimensions of food, including regulatory practices, ethical consumption, and the implications of food production methods on health and the environment.
In recent years, 'Food Culture & Society' has witnessed a dynamic evolution of themes that reflect contemporary societal issues and academic interests. These emerging scopes highlight the journal's responsiveness to current debates surrounding food, culture, and society.
  1. Food Activism and Social Movements:
    A surge in studies focusing on food activism, including grassroots movements advocating for food justice, sustainability, and community resilience, has emerged, reflecting a growing interest in the role of food in social change.
  2. Digital Food Cultures:
    The exploration of food within digital contexts, including social media's impact on culinary practices and food marketing, has gained traction, showcasing how technology influences contemporary food culture.
  3. Intersectionality in Food Studies:
    Research that examines the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, and class in food practices is increasingly prevalent, emphasizing the complexities of identity and power within culinary contexts.
  4. Climate Change and Food Systems:
    There is a notable increase in research addressing the impacts of climate change on food systems, including sustainability practices and the adaptation of food cultures in response to environmental challenges.
  5. Health and Food Justice:
    Emerging discussions around the connections between health, nutrition, and food justice highlight the importance of equitable access to healthy food, particularly in marginalized communities.

Declining or Waning

While 'Food Culture & Society' has maintained a robust focus on various aspects of food and culture, certain themes have shown signs of diminishing prominence in recent publications. These waning scopes may reflect shifting interests within the academic community or broader societal changes.
  1. Traditional Gastronomy:
    There has been a noticeable decline in research dedicated solely to traditional gastronomy without a critical lens, as contemporary studies increasingly seek to contextualize food within broader socio-political frameworks.
  2. Nostalgia in Food Narratives:
    Themes centered on nostalgia and heritage foods appear to be less prevalent, possibly due to a growing emphasis on the present and future implications of food practices rather than romanticizing the past.
  3. Simple Culinary Techniques:
    Research purely focused on basic culinary techniques, recipes, or cooking methods without connecting them to larger cultural or social issues is becoming less common, as the journal shifts towards more analytical and critical perspectives.
  4. Regional Food Studies:
    While regional studies have historically been a key focus, there is a trend towards global comparisons and transnational analyses, leading to a decrease in localized food studies that do not engage with broader themes.
  5. Food and Consumer Behavior:
    The examination of food solely through consumer behavior metrics, without incorporating cultural or ethical dimensions, has decreased, as the journal seeks to integrate more holistic and critical approaches.

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