Last night, I stayed up a little later than usual, not because of a drama cliffhanger this time, but for a different reason: cabbage. I had started prepping napa cabbage for kimchi, letting it rest overnight with salt to draw out the excess water. It’s always the first step, and even though it’s simple, it… Continue reading How Korean Dramas Made Me Fall in Love with Kimchi
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Cravings, Comfort, and Korean Mukbang: My Late-Night Escape
It’s funny how comfort can come from the most unexpected places. For me, it came in the form of strangers on YouTube eating piles of food I couldn’t have, at a time when I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t eat much, and could barely find a position to rest without aching. Mukbang—especially Korean mukbang—became a strange but… Continue reading Cravings, Comfort, and Korean Mukbang: My Late-Night Escape
My Love for Korean Food: A Culinary Obsession
Korean food has become more than just a meal to me—it’s a passion, an obsession even. I can’t resist the vibrant flavors, the balance of spicy, savory, and tangy elements that make every dish so special. My love for kimchi runs deep, but Korean cuisine, in general, is something I crave all the time. While… Continue reading My Love for Korean Food: A Culinary Obsession
Kimchi: My Favorite Side Dish and a Taste of South Korea
Kimchi has always been my favorite side dish. There’s something about its perfect balance of spiciness, tang, and crunch that I can’t resist. I can eat it with rice all week long and never get tired of it. It’s the kind of dish that just complements any meal, transforming even the simplest plate of rice… Continue reading Kimchi: My Favorite Side Dish and a Taste of South Korea
