Culinary Experiences in Kathmandu Valley: A Comprehensive Exploration of Tourists' Perspectives on Authentic Newari Cuisine and their revisit intention: Master’s Thesis 2024
Translated title
Culinary Experiences in Kathmandu Valley: A Comprehensive Exploration of Tourists' Perspectives on Authentic Newari Cuisine and their revisit intention
Author
Maharjan, Chandan
Term
4. term
Education
Publication year
2024
Submitted on
2024-08-16
Pages
30
Abstract
Denne undersøgelse ser på, hvordan turister opfatter Newari-køkkenet i Kathmandu-dalen, med fokus på balancen mellem autenticitet, hygiejne og om de har lyst til at komme igen. Undersøgelsen er kvalitativ og bygger på strukturerede interviews med turister samt supplerende analyser af YouTube-vlogs og -kommentarer. Resultaterne viser, at Newari-maden opleves som autentisk og kulturelt vigtig, men at autenticitet forstås forskelligt: Nogle vægter traditionelle tilberedningsmåder, mens andre lægger vægt på smag, duft og den samlede sanseoplevelse. Hygiejnehensyn, især ved kødretter, påvirker trygheden ved at spise; mange foretrækker steder, der følger internationale hygiejnestandarder. Der er interesse for Newari-mad, men lysten til at vende tilbage er blandet, og online influencers virker mere begejstrede end den brede turistskare. Undersøgelsen peger på behovet for at forene autenticitet med tydelige hygiejnepraksisser for at styrke madoplevelsen og anbefaler, at fremtidig forskning inddrager flere typer af interessenter samt bæredygtighedsperspektiver.
This study examines how tourists perceive Newari cuisine in the Kathmandu Valley, focusing on the balance between authenticity, hygiene, and willingness to return. Using a qualitative design, it draws on structured interviews with tourists and on secondary data from YouTube vlogs and comments. The findings show that Newari food is viewed as authentic and culturally significant, but tourists define authenticity in different ways: some emphasize traditional preparation, while others focus on taste, smell, and the overall sensory experience. Concerns about hygiene—especially with meat dishes—strongly shape dining comfort, and many prefer venues that follow international hygiene standards. Interest in Newari cuisine is evident, but intentions to revisit are mixed, with online influencers showing more enthusiasm than the general tourist population. The study suggests combining authentic elements with clear hygiene practices to enhance the culinary experience and recommends expanding future research to include diverse stakeholders and sustainability considerations.
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