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<p>Culinary tourism also known as food tourism is the pursuit of unique and memorable eating and drinking experiences. Culinary tourism differs from agritourism; culinary tourism is considered a subset of cultural tourism. Cultural tourism is a manifestation of culture whereas agritourism is considered a subset of rural tourism. Culinary tourism and agritourism are inextricably linked as the seeds of cuisine can be found in agriculture. Culinary tourism goes beyond gourmet food. Culinary tourism is not limited by food culture. Food is one of the fundamental economic drivers of tourism.</p><p>Wine tourism refers to tourism that includes the tasting consumption or purchase of wine; often at or near the source. Wine tourism can consist of visits to wineries vineyards and restaurants known to offer unique vintages as well as organized wine tours wine festivals or other special events. This is true for countries such as Spain Portugal Hungary France or Italy as well as for Australia Argentina Chile United States or South Africa where wine tourism plays an important role in advertising their products. This book explores the culinary industry and the role it plays in tourism</p>
