Touring destination and intention to consume indigenous food: a case of Kadazan-Dusun food in Sabah. British Food Journal, 122 (6). pp. 1883-1896. ISSN 0007-070X (2019)
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the factors influencing Sabah’s indigenous food consumption, namely Kadazan-Dusun food, among tourists from China, Europe and Malaysia (non-Sabahans).
Design/methodology/approach
Survey forms were distributed to tourists from China, Europe and Malaysia using purposive sampling at tourist spots in Sabah, Malaysia. In total, 254 responses were collected, and the data were analyzed using the partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM).
Findings
The findings demonstrate that tourists from China and Europe possess some similarities in consuming indigenous food in Sabah. They enjoy trying indigenous food even they are not familiar with the food. Additionally, our findings also show that tourists from China regard sensory appeal as an important aspect of food choice. Meanwhile, it is found that convenience and mood influence Malaysian’s choice of indigenous food.
Originality/value
This study provides insights regarding Sabah’s Kadazan-Dusun food consumption from foreign and domestic tourists’ perspectives. As such, it also provides direction to the local eateries and relevant tourism authorities to better promote indigenous food to foreign and domestic tourists.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Keywords: | PLS-SEM, Consumption behaviour, Tourists, Indigenous food |
| Taxonomy: | By Niche > Ethnology > Kadazan Dusun (Bornean people) > Social Life and Customs |
| Local Content Hub: | Niche > Kadazan-Dusun |
| Depositing User: | Haryati Ramlee |
| Date Deposited: | 08 Feb 2023 08:19 |
| Last Modified: | 08 Feb 2023 08:19 |
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