Princeton University Library Catalog
- Author/Artist:
- Shu, Anthony [Browse]
- Format:
- Senior thesis
- Language:
- English
- Advisor(s):
- Conley, Dalton [Browse]
- Department:
- Princeton University. Department of Sociology [Browse]
- Class year:
- 2016
- Description:
- 115 pages
- Summary note:
- This thesis merges ethnographic work at the 2015 Universal Exposition in Milan with
statistical analysis of the New York City Michelin Guide to explore hierarchies of
cultural wealth. This study examines the distribution, maintenance, and attainment of
culinary prestige, focusing on nation-states as subjects. Ethnographic work revealed
advantages supporting the safeguarding of Western European gastronomic capital while
obstacles limited the mobility of subjugated, raw-product producing nations. Statistical
analysis explored interactions between global economic phenomena and nations’
achievement of culinary prestige as measured by the Michelin guide, but models failed to
return significant results. However, the data hinted at Michelin stars rewarding restaurant
characteristics that were more accessible for restaurants serving wealthier nations’ cuisines.
