A research on the use of local gastronomic products in special cafes

Abstract

In this study, local gastronomic products in businesses producing special cafe service here is a study to determine the level of use. In the research, it will be examined whether local products are used or preferred in special cafe enterprises. What are the reasons for the preference of gastronomic products or what they are preferred according to what constitutes the content of the research. Qualitative research method was used in the research and questions were asked to the participants through a semi-structured interview form as a data collection tool. The data obtained were evaluated with the descriptive analysis technique. The universe of the research consists of business owners providing special cafe services in Edremit district of Balıkesir province. The interview was carried out with a total of 21 people and 10 questions were asked to the participants. Three themes were created according to the answers obtained.These themes are; The knowledge and use of local products by the operators, the demands and feedbacks of the consumers about the products, the advantages of the local products to the region.