Food
Encouraging Customers to Leave Home Offices Starbucks Korea’s Policy Shift Starbucks Korea recently announced a new policy aiming to reduce the use of home office setups inside its stores. Customers are being asked to leave desktop computers, printers, and other office equipment at home rather than bringing them to Starbucks outlets. This marks a notable … Read more
The Battle for Soup Base Supremacy South Korea’s beloved instant noodle, ramyeon, is at the center of a heated rivalry between two of its biggest giants. Recently, “Samyang Foods” and “Nongshim” have begun fiercely competing over the acquisition of key sauce suppliers, each aiming to gain the upper hand in the secret world of soup … Read more
Why the World Is Obsessed The Rise of “Korean Syrup” on YouTube In recent months, a video featuring a foreigner carefully layering strawberries and sugar in a jar has exploded in popularity, surpassing 100 million views. The video’s title, “Korean Strawberry Syrup,” sparked global curiosity. What seemed like a simple homemade fruit preserve suddenly became … Read more
Korea’s Bingsu Evolution From Street Treat to Status Symbol Traditional Korean shaved ice dessert has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, evolving from a humble summer refreshment into a lavish indulgence served in five-star settings. What once cost just a few thousand won at neighborhood cafés now commands prices approaching 150,000 won at luxury … Read more