Pontic Greek cuisine: nutritional insights and preservation challenges of culinary heritage in Western Macedonia region, Greece

Abstract

Pontic Greek Cuisine (PGC) emerges as a distinct and flavorful expression of regional Greek gastronomy. It stands as a testament to the rich history and enduring cultural heritage of the Pontic Greeks. For centuries, the Pontic Greeks, descendants of Greeks inhabiting the Black Sea region of Pontus, have crafted a culinary tapestry woven with experience, adaptation, and ingenuity. Despite its rich history and unique identity, PGC remains a hidden gem, largely unknown to the wider Greek population. This thesis aims to bridge this gap by promoting and exploring PGC, shedding light on its unique characteristics and significance. The complexity of the topic necessitated a comprehensive understanding, promoting a parallel convergent mixed-methods approach. This involved simultaneous collection of quantitative and qualitative data to delve into various aspects of PGC. One key focus of this thesis was investigating the characteristics of PGC, specifically production techniques and the nutriti ...
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DOI
10.12681/eadd/56043
Handle URL
http://hdl.handle.net/10442/hedi/56043
ND
56043
Alternative title
Ποντιακή κουζίνα: διατροφικά ευρήματα και προκλήσεις της γαστρονομικής κληρονομιάς στην περιοχή της Δυτικής Μακεδονίας
Author
Keramaris, Achillefs (Father's name: Thomas)
Date
2024
Degree Grantor
University of Western Macedonia
Committee members
Μητλιάγκα Παρασκευή
Σαββίδης Θωμάς
Κασαπίδου Ελένη
Αμανατίδου Ελισάβετ
Τσακίρης Ιωάννης
Χατζηλαζάρου Αρχοντούλα
Λαλάς Σταύρος
Discipline
Humanities and the ArtsOther Humanities ➨ Folklore
Engineering and TechnologyOther Engineering and Technologies ➨ Food Science and Technology
Keywords
Pontic Greek cuisine; Culinary heritage; Nutritional value; Traditional foods; Pontus; Western Macedonia
Country
Greece
Language
English
Description
im., tbls., maps, fig., ch.
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