Korean Fried Chicken Goes Global

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BBQ, Kyochon, and BHC Lead the Way The Viral Moment That Changed Everything When “Jensen Huang”, “Lee Jae-yong”, and “Chung Euisun” sat down for chicken and beer at Kkanbu Chicken during the 2025 APEC summit, nobody expected it would spark a global frenzy. The intimate dinner wasn’t just about AI and semiconductors—it put Korean fried … Read more

Korean Bakeries Face Financial Crisis Despite Rising Bread Prices

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Korean Bakeries Face Financial Crisis Despite Rising Bread Prices The Paradox of Breadflation The irony hits hard when you walk into your favorite bakery. That bagel you loved? It’s 44% more expensive than three years ago. Yet somehow, the shop owner’s smile seems a little more strained. Welcome to Korea’s bakery crisis of 2025, where … Read more

How Korea Consumes 90% of the World’s Whelks

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The Story Behind Yudong Golbaengi Introduction: Korea’s Unique Seafood Obsession Did you know 90% of all whelks caught worldwide end up in Korea? British fishermen catch these sea snails exclusively for Korean consumers, and many don’t even know what they taste like. While Europeans consider whelks rubbery and unappetizing, these creatures have made many British … Read more

Why Korean School Lunch Systems Are Taking Over the World

Why Korean School Lunch Systems Are Taking Over the World Ever wonder why Korean lunch is getting global attention? From humble beginnings to international expansion, Korea’s meal service industry has become a surprising success story that’s capturing worldwide interest. 한국의 급식이 세계적인 주목을 받는 이유가 궁금하신가요? 보잘것없던 시작에서 국제적 확장까지, 한국의 단체 급식 산업은 전 … Read more

Tourists Discover Korea’s Deeper Culinary Attractions

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From Kimchi to Ramyeon A New Wave of Korean Food Tourism Once upon a time, foreign tourists came to Korea exclusively for kimchi, bulgogi, and bibimbap. But times have changed! According to the Korea Tourism Organization’s latest credit card transaction data, international visitors are now falling head over heels for everyday Korean foods like instant … Read more