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Evaluation of Geographically Indicated Local Products as Tourism Products: The Case of Gülüklü Soup

Coğrafi İşaret Almış Yerel Ürünlerin Turistik Ürün Kapsamında Değerlendirilmesi: Gülüklü Çorba Örneği

Mevlüt Uyar(ALANYA ALAADDİN KEYKUBAT ÜNİVERSİTESİ, ALANYA TİCARET VE SANAYİ ODASI TURİZM MESLEK YÜKSEKOKULU)0000-0001-7259-8935
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1–17
Publication Date
2026-02-28
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The findings indicate that Gülüklü Soup, a geographically indicated (GI) local product from Alanya's culinary heritage, has the potential to be offered as a tourism product due to its distinctive structure and unique taste, which add to its appeal.

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Objective & Hypothesis:The aim of this study is to evaluate Gülüklü Soup, a geographically indicated (GI) local dish specific to the Alanya region, within the framework of the components that constitute a tourism product.
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Key Findings & Data:The research seeks to determine whether Gülüklü Soup possesses the qualities of a tourism product and to develop recommendations that can guide local authorities and business operators in positioning the soup as a tourism product.
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Conclusion & Impact:The findings indicate that Gülüklü Soup, a geographically indicated (GI) local product from Alanya's culinary heritage, has the potential to be offered as a tourism product due to its distinctive structure and unique taste, which add to its appeal.
🔬Design:Araştırma Makalesi
📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Turizm · Gastronomi · Yerel Ürün

Abstract

The aim of this study is to evaluate Gülüklü Soup, a geographically indicated (GI) local dish specific to the Alanya region, within the framework of the components that constitute a tourism product. The research seeks to determine whether Gülüklü Soup possesses the qualities of a tourism product and to develop recommendations that can guide local authorities and business operators in positioning the soup as a tourism product. Alanya, recognized for its distinctive local cuisine, was selected as the research area. A qualitative research method was employed for data collection and analysis. A purposive sampling technique was used to select participants. The study group consisted of chefs and academic chefs who had previously experienced Gülüklü Soup, a traditional dish specific to the local cuisine of Alanya. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews and analyzed using content and descriptive analysis methods. The findings indicate that Gülüklü Soup, a geographically indicated (GI) local product from Alanya's culinary heritage, has the potential to be offered as a tourism product due to its distinctive structure and unique taste, which add to its appeal. While the product can be presented at various national and international events, certain technical deficiencies exist within the service capacity and supply network of the Alanya destination. It was concluded that, although the soup can currently be presented as a tourism product, modifications to its recipe and presentation in line with tourist expectations could enhance its appeal as a culinary attraction.

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Bu çalışmanın amacı, Alanya yerel mutfağına özgü coğrafi işaret almış Gülüklü Çorbanın turistik ürünü oluşturan bileşenler kapsamında değerlendirilerek turistik ürünün niteliklerini taşıyıp taşımadığının ortaya konulması ve gülüklü çorbanın turistik ürün olarak değerlendirilebilmesine ilişkin yerel yöneticiler ve işletmecilere rehberlik edecek önerilerin geliştirilmesidir. Araştırma alanı olarak özgün bir yerel mutfağa sahip olduğu düşünülen Alanya seçilmiştir. Çalışma verilerinin toplanması ve analizinde nitel araştırma yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Katılımcıların seçiminde amaçlı örnekleme yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu Alanya yöresel mutfağına özgü geleneksel bir yemek olan gülüklü çorbasını daha önce deneyimlemiş şefler ve akademisyen şefler oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın verileri yüz yüze görüşme tekniği ile toplanmıştır. Toplanan verilerin analizinde içerik ve betimsel analiz yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Bulgular, Alanya'nın mutfak mirasından coğrafi işaretli yerel bir ürün olan gülüklü çorbasının, kendine özgü yapısı ve benzersiz tadı nedeniyle bir turizm ürünü olarak sunulma potansiyeline sahip olduğunu ve bu durumun çorbanın cazibesini artırdığını göstermektedir. Ürün çeşitli ulusal ve uluslararası etkinliklerde sunulabilse de, Alanya destinasyonunun hizmet kapasitesi ve tedarik ağında bazı teknik eksiklikler bulunmaktadır. Çorbanın şu anda bir turizm ürünü olarak sunulabilmesine rağmen, turistlerin beklentileri doğrultusunda tarifinde ve sunumunda yapılacak değişikliklerin bir gastronomi cazibesi olarak cazibesini artırabileceği sonucuna varılmıştır.

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Uyar, M. (2026). Evaluation of Geographically Indicated Local Products as Tourism Products: The Case of Gülüklü Soup. Kent Akademisi, Cilt: 19 Sayı: 2, 1–17. https://doi.org/10.35674/kent.1765341

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