Important Dates
Early Bird Registration :23rd July 2026
Paper Submission Deadline :28th July 2026
Last Date of Registration : 7th August 2026
Date of Conference : 22nd - 23rd August 2026
Conference Session Tracks
Aligned with
UN Sustainable Development Goals
This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
SDG 1 — No Poverty
SDG 2 — Zero Hunger
SDG 4 — Quality Education
SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals
Track 01
Ethnographic Approaches to Food Cultures
This track explores various ethnographic methodologies applied to the study of food cultures. Participants will discuss how these approaches illuminate the intricate relationships between food practices and societal norms.
Track 02
Identity and Food: Cultural Narratives
This session focuses on the role of food in shaping individual and collective identities. Presentations will examine how culinary traditions serve as narratives that reflect and construct cultural heritage.
Track 03
Consumption Practices in Globalized Contexts
This track investigates how globalization influences local food consumption practices. Scholars will analyze the tensions between global food trends and traditional dietary customs.
Track 04
Community and Food: Social Bonds and Practices
This session delves into the social dimensions of food within communities. Participants will explore how communal eating practices foster social cohesion and cultural continuity.
Track 05
Traditions in Transition: Food Heritage and Change
This track examines the dynamic nature of food traditions in the face of modernization and change. Presenters will discuss how heritage foods adapt while retaining their cultural significance.
Track 06
Food and Memory: Ethnographic Reflections
This session highlights the connections between food, memory, and identity through ethnographic lenses. Scholars will present research that illustrates how culinary practices evoke personal and collective memories.
Track 07
Food Practices and Social Change
This track focuses on the role of food practices in driving social change within communities. Presentations will explore how food activism and sustainable practices challenge existing social structures.
Track 08
Globalization and Local Food Movements
This session investigates the impact of globalization on local food movements. Participants will analyze how these movements advocate for traditional practices while responding to global pressures.
Track 09
Culinary Heritage and Identity Politics
This track explores the intersection of culinary heritage and identity politics. Presenters will discuss how food serves as a site of resistance and affirmation for marginalized communities.
Track 10
The Role of Ethnography in Food Studies
This session emphasizes the significance of ethnographic research in understanding food practices. Scholars will share insights on how ethnography contributes to the broader discourse on food cultures.
Track 11
Food, Community, and Global Networks
This track examines the interconnectedness of food practices across global networks. Presentations will highlight how transnational food exchanges shape local identities and community dynamics.