MERYEM CAN

Meryem Can is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Tourism and Hotel Management Vocational School, specializing in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts. She holds a Master's degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts from Gaziantep University (2019) and is pursuing a Doctorate in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts at Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University since 2023. Her academic work focuses on regional cuisine, cultural identity in gastronomy, and sustainable food practices.

• Current role: Lecturer and Gastronomy Program Coordinator (2025)
• Degree: MA (Gaziantep University), BS (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University)
• Research areas: Culinary geography, food sustainability, cultural heritage

Her publications analyze global and local gastronomy dynamics, emphasizing terroir effects, social media marketing, and Mediterranean dietary models. Awards include recognition at national and international culinary competitions (2012-2017). She teaches courses in pastry, cold kitchen techniques, and regional/international cuisines.

Scientific awards:

• 2025 Program Coordinator, Gaziantep University
• 2017 Türkiye Pizza Şampiyonası (PabirDer)
• 2016 1.Ulusal Aşçılar ve Pastacılar Şampiyonası (TAŞPAKON)
• 2014 Multiple awards in Alanya, İstanbul, and Bursa competitions