Eco-Gastronomy, Sustainability, and Art

Abstract

Sustainability refers to the careful use of natural resources by considering future generations. Especially in the food sector, the sustainability of resources and the reduction of environmental impacts are very important. The relationship between gastronomy and sustainability might be described using the term “eco-gastronomy.” As practitioners of gastronomy, it is very important that chefs recognize the ecosystem, protect natural resources, and respect the natural environment. In this context, the aim of the study is to provide potential chef candidates with the opportunity to express their emotions via creative design by incorporating sustainability, eco-gastronomy, and art. A total of 21 students were included in the study. With these students, designs related to both sustainability and gastronomy were realized, and they were enabled to design and present sustainable green restaurant logos and slogans in accordance with the concept they determined. Consequently, it was seen that the design stages and creativity stages of the students were exactly the same.