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About the Gastronomy on Stamps Study Unit

The Gastronomy on Stamps Study Unit was founded in 2018 to serve topical collectors interested in stamps related to food, gastronomy, food crops, cooking, and related subjects.

The Philatelic Gourmet January 2026 issue contains a tribute to our Founding President, David Wolfersberger, who passed away in October. The lead article, on the topic of Pasta, is the last one he researched and wrote for our journal. New officers for the next three-year term are introduced. New stamp issue information and gastronomy stamp listing updates complete the issue. Quarterly issues of The Philatelic Gourmet are published in January, April, July and October.

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An ATA registered study unit

The Gastronomy on Stamps Study Unit is recognized by the American Topical Association as a Study Unit.

Interested in becoming a member?

Please see the Membership Information page for more details, or contact David Wolfersberger (dewolf2@swbell.net).

Helping the study unit

If you are interested in joining the Gastronomy on Stamps Study Unit, serving as an officer, or contributing to ​The Philatelic Gourmet, ​our quarterly journal, please contact David Wolfersberger.

Closed Album – David Wolfersberger

It is with sadness—but with good memories—that we remember the Founding President of the Gastronomy on Stamps Study Unit, David Earl Wolfersberger. David passed away on October 24, 2025, at the age of 80. He and his wife, Kathleen, resided in St. Louis, Mo., during their career and family years. They have lived in Ocala, Fla., during their retirement. David served as President of the Gastronomy Unit for eight years and recently stepped away from that position. He was also Editor of The Philatelic Gourmet for four years. Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.