Do You Like Korean Food

Gimbab might be one of the most ordinary foods in Korea. But it has come a long way from Korean lunchboxes and picnic tables.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Korean rice roll that has recently become a global food phenomenon, from Trader Joe's viral frozen gimbab to its appearance in KPop Demon Hunters. But there's much more to gimbab than the classic roll you may already know.

I'll introduce three very different kinds of gimbab: fresh and trendy cucumber gimbab, the unusual and fascinating Chungmu gimbab with its story, and my personal favorite gimbab.

Along the way, we'll talk about why gimbab is such a familiar part of Korean everyday life, where Chungmu gimbab came from, and why there are so many different ways to fill a single roll of rice and seaweed.

So, if you like Korean food, or you simply want to know why gimbab is suddenly everywhere, this episode is for you!

What do Koreans eat during Chuseok, Korea's biggest holiday?

In this episode of DO YOU LIKE KOREAN FOOD?, we take a closer look at three foods that are closely connected to the holiday: Songpyeon, Jeon, and Galbijjim.

From the half-moon-shaped rice cakes steamed over pine needles, to plates of Jeon made in large quantities, and the rich, tender Galbijjim served as a special feast, each dish tells a different story about Chuseok and Korean food culture.

We'll talk about where these foods come from, why they became associated with holidays, and what they reveal about the way Koreans celebrate, gather, and share food.

So, if you're curious about that Korean Thanksgiving tastes like, join me!

Happy Chuseok, and happy eating!

DO YOU LIKE KOREAN FOOD?

Want to experience Seoul like a local? Start at a market.

In this episode, I'm taking you to three very different markets in Seoul, and one secret market you might not find in a typical travel guide.

Mang Won Market - for Korean street food and everyday neighnorhood like

Sin Heung Market - where an old market meets trendy cafes, restaurants, and creative spaces

Yak Ryung market - a fascinating world of traditional Korean medicinal herbs

And one secret market - a farmer's market that brings together local farmers, cooks, craftspeople, and foodies

If you want to go beyond the usual tourist spots and discover a more local side of Seoul, come explore these markets with me!

What can a museum exhibition tell us about Korean Food?

In this episode, we visit exhibition Our Table (우리들의 밥상) at the National Museum of Korea and explore how food has shaped Korean life and culture. From the way Koreans say "How are you?" to royal meals recorded during King Jungjo's journeys, and from the history of fermentation to a book about Korean delicacies-written by famous writer who wrote Korean version of Robin Hood, we discover that Korean Food is about much more than what's on the table.

Come along for a different kind of food story, and discover the history, people, and culture behind Korean food with Erin.

What fruits define Korean summer?

In this episode, we explore the stories behind Korea's three iconic summer fruits: watermelon (subak), Korean melon (cham-oe), and peach (bok-soong-a).

Discover the tradition of hwachae, why watermelon cutting services have become so popular, what makes Korean melon unique, and the famous mulbok vs. ttakbok debate.

If you are planning a trip to Korea or simply curious about Korean food and culture, this episode offers a taste of summer through the fruits Koreans love most.

Do You Like Korean Food?

For our first episode, we dive into Korean summer flavors and the stories behind them. From icy cold noodles (naengmyeon) to a comforting bowl of chicken soup (samgyetang) and a refreshing shaved iced dessert(bingsu), discover why these foods are loved by Koreans and what they reveal about Korean culture. Perfect for food lovers, travelers, and anyone curious about Korea.