Research Framework
Culinary Philosophies
Three foundational principles that organize craft practice, spatial routines, and community relationships at Acheng Restaurant. Documented through ethnographic fieldwork and semi-structured interviews (September 2025).
应时应季
Seasonal Sourcing: The First Gate
Freshness as craft value and daily discipline
诚与工
Sincerity & Craft
Three decisive competencies that define mastery
接地气
Grounded Approach: Community-Embedded Practice
Neighborhood model vs destination dining
Methodology Note
These philosophies emerged from participant observation (4 hours, September 21, 2025) and a semi-structured interview with Mr. Shen Jiecheng, owner-chef. Each framework integrates: (1) verbatim interview quotes with timestamps, (2) observational field notes, (3) interactive concept maps showing practice relationships, and (4) academic contextualization drawing on embodied knowledge theory and intangible heritage studies.
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