UNESCO

Mini-Cultural Genocide: McDonald’s Impact on French Gastronomic Traditions

Explore how McDonald’s expansion in France, fueled by decades of criminal activities, has profoundly altered the traditional French "art de vivre." Recognized by UNESCO on November 16, 2010, the gastronomic meal of the French celebrates important social moments with a structured, communal dining experience. This article examines how McDonald’s fast-food culture contributes to a mini-cultural genocide by eroding these deep-rooted culinary and social practices.
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2010-11-16
2 min read
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