I. Korean image Through drama and music, the image of Korea has attained greater exposure to the world-wide audience. Hallyu makes foreigners feel a close connection with Korea and…
One of the primary causes for Hallyu outbreak was the adoption of media liberation in many Asian countries in the 1990s, which resulted in a favorable environment fostering…
Chueotang(Loach Soup) Since loach, the main ingredient in Chueotang, is rich in protein, calcium, iron, and vitamins. It has long been loved by people as an excellent revitalizing dish. Chueotang recipes vary from region to region. Namwon is one of the most famous places for the dish. Jeonju-bibimbap(Jeonju-style , Rice) Mixed with Vegetables and Beef [...]
Bulgogi, Korean Barbecue Bulgogi consists of beef marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, and green onions. It is then cooked over a brazier. When Koreans eat Bulgogi, they usually wrap it with lettuce, sesame leaves, or other leaves. Daetongbap, Cooked Rice in Bamboo Case Damyang has been [...]
Okdom-gui, Grilled Sea Bream Okdom(sea bream) is the representative product of Jejudo Island. The inhabitants of Jejudo Island have exceptional affection toward its sea bream. Although Okdom is served in various forms such as raw fish, roast, soup, or porridge, Okdom-gui is the most popular one.
Father the symbol of diligent, hard-working Korea My father works in a construction company. He usually wakes up early and returns home very late. When I was young he was so busy during the weekdays that I almost felt abandoned. Sometimes, I would tell him how I felt. But then I would get the same [...]
By Dr. David Hyuk-hwan Kim from the PUST Founding Committee Since reunification is a long and tough process, it is important to narrow the cultural and economic gap between the two Koreas as much as possible to prepare for a unified Korea. Education is the one of the most effective ways to achieve this goal. The [...]
Doenjang is made from yellow beans. It is a Korean sauce. We can use it when we cook soup or stew and even when grilling meat. But the most unique thing is, in summer time, Korean people mix Boribab (steamed barley) with Doenjang stew. We call it, “Doenjang jjigae.” (Hey, my mouth is watering!) Not [...]
Kimchi is surely Korea’s number one dish. It is proven that Kimchi is good for our health. Moreover, people cannot forget its memorable taste. There are hundreds of kinds of Kimchi out there, depending on region and family. Among them, Bossam Kimchi is famous among everyone. “Bossam” refers to wrapping something in a cloth. Bossam [...]
On Seollal (New Year’s Day in Korea), eating Tteokguk is a unique Korean tradition. Having a bowl Tteokguk implies that “You are getting 1 year older!” So, there are some jokes about this food. For example, there is a common saying that if you hope to be younger, avoid eating Tteokguk on Seollal. However, people [...]
On the night of signing the 1905 Eulsa treaty or so-called Japan-Korea Protectorate Treaty by force, Terauchi Masadake who took the lead in the Japanese occupation of Korea said as follows: “Toyotomi Hideyoshi did not succeed in sending our troops to Joseon, but we succeeded!” He was a disciple of Yoshida Shoin. Ito Hirobumi who [...]
Joseon was the nation that succeeded Goryeo, established by Yi Seong-gye. Joseon dynasty is especially important in Korean history, since it is the period when the Korean alphabet – Hangeul – was created. Hangeul was created by the scholars of Jiphyeonjeon, the hall of worthies under the order of king Sejong the great in 1446. [...]
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