Moeslim-Friendly Tourism of Tionghoa Gastronomy in Bogor City, Indonesia

In Indonesia, as a Muslim country, halal food and the Muslim faith are inseparable. However, not all of Tionghoa’s food is halal in Bogor City, Indonesia, Nevertheless, there is a potential of halal gastronomic tourism destination for Tionghoa food acculturation in this city, especially in the Suryakencana area. Currently, halal gastronomy travel routes are not available to facilitate tourists visiting Bogor City. The primary objective of this research is to establish a halal gastronomy tour route that showcases the acculturation of Tionghoa cuisine in Suryakencana, Bogor City. The research methodology employed is qualitative-description. The research focuses on the various components of halal Tionghoa gastronomic food found in Suryakencana City, Bogor, including Asinan, Toge Goreng, Laksa, Soto Kuning, and Soto Mie. The subjects of the study are the stakeholders involved in the production and distribution of these foods. Based on the research findings, a walking route in Suryakencana has been devised, centered around halal Tionghoa acculturation restaurants. The tour covers a distance of approximately 1-2 km. It starts from Teras Surken, leading to Cakwe Mila, Mie Ayam Pangsit Surken, Toge Goreng Pak Raisan, Cungkring Pak Jum’at, Sate Sumsum Pak OO, Soto Kuning Pak Yusup, and culminating with Laksa Gang Aut Mang Wahyu. This route aims to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable experience for tourists interested in exploring the Halal Tionghoa culinary culture in Bogor City.