The rice balls that fueled a revolution

May 17, 2021 by Hannah Bae

During the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, civilians took to the streets to call for democracy in long days of protest. Jumeokbap, or rice balls, served as sustenance during this important moment for Korean democracy.

How to learn more about Korean temple food

April 19, 2018 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner in News

Want to learn how to cook Korean Buddhist cuisine? This online course is for you.

An Illustrated History of Chinese Dumplings

April 05, 2018 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner in News

How did Korean dumplings become known as mandu? Learn more about the history of dumplings in East Asia.

A toast to Korean alchohol

July 22, 2017 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner

Alcohol is the ultimate social lubricant in Korea.

Recipe: Dubu Jorim - Soy-braised Tofu

April 04, 2017 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner in Recipes

This recipe for dubu jorim, or soy-braised tofu, is one of our staples. Extra savory with a tiny pinch of sweetness, this dish is a hit with all of our friends, from the carnivores to the vegans.

Flavor Profile: Bburi Kitchen

February 21, 2017 by Adam Oelsner in Flavor Profile

Since 2015, Bburi Kitchen has demystified Korea’s farm-to-table cooking traditions for the English-speaking world, sharing their recipes and research along the way.

Flavor Profile: Shin Kim of Banchan Story

December 21, 2016 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner in Flavor Profile

For chef Shin Kim, food has always been about taking risks. After earning an MBA from the University of Chicago and carving out a career in finance, she left it all behind to pursue her passion for food.

A few of our favorite Korean dishes

November 20, 2016 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner

From BBQ pork belly to "crack" gimbap, these are a few of our favorite Korean dishes:

Korean dishes that’ll help you beat the summer heat

August 15, 2016 by Hannah Bae and Adam Oelsner in Seasonal Foods

Naengmyeon, patbingsu, samgyetang and more of our favorite Korean foods that keep you cool in the summer.

Ol' Daechu the Jujube

July 24, 2016 by Adam Oelsner in Comics

Daechu, or jujube, is a stone fruit used as an ingredient in many Korean recipes. Learn more in our comic!

Get started with Korean cooking: A beginner’s guide to ingredients

June 30, 2016 by Hannah Bae