What does the topic mean?
People eat based on a variety of different indicators. In addition to the fact that eating is a vital function, communal eating is an important part of a person’s behavioral repertoire (de Castro 1994, 1997, Fischler 2011, Gahagan 2012, Rozin 1990, 2007).
Sustainable nutrition is considered a fundamental function of human behavior that is associated with other decisions (Barlösius 2016, Rozin 2007, Fischler 2011, Renner 2015). Central questions in decision-making are “Who do I eat with?” and “Where do I eat?” (WBAE). The social meeting place is part of the food environment that is essential for the well-being of an individual within a group and answers precisely these questions.
In addition to the characteristics of food and the ambiance, the social role is an important factor in strengthening the sense of belonging. Through emerging social bonds, not only can central emotional and social factors be addressed, but psychological well-being and performance can also be enhanced. Additionally, social norms and the appreciation of a more sustainable food environment can be stimulated (WBAE).