Gastronomica: The Journal for Food Studies
Gastronomica: The Journal for Food Studies is a peer-reviewed, international academic journal that serves as a premier forum for critical, interdisciplinary studies on food. Founded in 2001, it is published quarterly by the University of California Press. The journal bridges the gap between academic scholarship and public interest by analyzing the social, cultural, historical, and political dimensions of what we eat. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Core Focus Areas
- Historical Trends: Investigating transformations in global food systems and eating habits over time.
- Socio-Political Analysis: Examining the economic, political, and cultural aspects of food production and consumption.
- Interdisciplinary Scope: Integrating food studies with philosophy, aesthetics, nutrition, and agriculture.
- Emerging Research: Sharing research briefs, book reviews, and theoretical frameworks.
- Industry Dialogue: Featuring interviews with prominent chefs, food scholars, activists, and producers. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Publication Details
- Frequency: Published quarterly in February, May, August, and November.
- Indexing: Maintained across major databases including EBSCOhost, MLA International Bibliography, and Food Science and Technology Abstracts (FSTA).
- Access: Subscriptions are handled via the University of California Press Journal Portal, offering both print and electronic access.
- Submissions: Peer-reviewed manuscripts and review materials can be submitted through the Gastronomica Scholastica Platform.