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Sensory Ethnography of Olfactory Landscapes in Urban Food Markets

Quick fact

The smellscape of a market is not just background noise; it is actively used by vendors to attract customers and by shoppers to judge freshness and quality, making it a key economic tool.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever walked into a food market and instantly felt you knew the place by smell alone? What does that odor tell you about the culture and history of the market?