Integration of Food Culture in English Language Teaching as an Interdisciplinary Educational Strategy

Maria Yadira Cárdenas Moyano, Angela Cecibel Moreno Novillo, Daniela Fernanda Guano Merino, Francisco Javier Chalen Moreano

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The integration of food culture in teaching English as a second language (ESL) presents an innovative interdisciplinary strategy that promotes language acquisition, cultural understanding, and enhanced engagement. This narrative review explores relevant literature to identify the educational benefits, theoretical frameworks, practical approaches, outcomes, challenges, and recommendations associated with incorporating culinary themes within ESL classrooms. Utilizing academic databases including SciELO, Redalyc, Elsevier, ERIC, and Google Scholar, this study synthesizes current knowledge through a comprehensive non-systematic literature review. Results highlight improvements in students’ linguistic proficiency, cultural empathy, and interdisciplinary skills. Challenges such as curricular integration, resource availability, and institutional support are also noted. Recommendations emphasize structured planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and targeted professional development.


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English language teaching; food culture; interdisciplinary education; ESL; cultural integration; pedagogical strategies

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.23857/pc.v10i6.9771

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