잊혀진 진미, 한국의 장 조망한 축제

“Jang and hanwoo are inseparable,” executive chef Min Kyung-hwan said, on a recent Thursday, at an intimate gathering of chefs and foodies on the basement floor of upscale hanwoo restaurant Born & Bred in Seongdong District, eastern Seoul. “They...

2024-11-08

K-food highlights sustainability, convenience at SIAL Paris

Sustainability and convenience were on the mind of Korean food brands as they showcased their products — many of them highlighting their plant-based or ready-to-eat items — at SIAL Paris, Europe’s largest food innovation trade show.

2024-10-22

In praise of the unique Korean food culture (KOR)

Korea’s food culture is a unique cultural heritage that cannot be compared to other civilizations.

2024-08-22

In praise of the unique Korean food culture

Korea’s food culture is a unique cultural heritage that cannot be compared to other civilizations.

2024-08-21

Craving cold noodles this summer? Here are five spots to check out in Seoul.

As the hot streak continues through August, here are five storied cold noodle eateries around Seoul to help you pull through the rest of the season.

2024-08-21

Fine dining courses, desserts served up at Seoul's Korea House this summer

Cultural complex Korea House in Jung District, central Seoul, is serving up a renewed fine dining course infusing local summer delicacies through Aug. 31.

2024-07-09

How often is Korean food eaten globally? 1.7 times a month on average, survey finds

People outside Korea consume Korean food 1.7 times a month on average, a Korean Food Promotion Institute (KFPI) survey revealed on Tuesday.

2024-06-25

Sokcho's iconic cuisine a culinary embodiment of Korea's traumatic past

Pieces of the city’s heritage are still traceable in its culinary scene, which boasts some of the best and oldest North Korean dishes, like naengmyeon (cold noodles) and sundae (blood sausage).

2024-06-09

Reviving Goryeo cuisine in all its decadent splendor

How much do you know about the Goryeo Dynasty’s food? For many, even local scholars, the likely answer is, not much. We are better versed in the dishes that came a kingdom later, in the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910).

2023-09-04

[HIGH TO LOW] Two North Korean restaurants serve sundae interpretations

Omakase is the hip, new trend in Korea’s dining scene, and it isn’t limited to just sushi. Lee Buk Bang in Mapo District, western Seoul, is the first-ever sundae (Korean blood sausage) omakase, run by chef Choi Ji-hyung, 37. Through his restaurant...

2023-07-22

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