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Tue, December 11, 2018 | 11:27

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'Our blood is Korean, but our flavor is Latin'

Korean-Venezuelan Jon Kim, 34, and his younger brother Dan grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. After graduating from high school, they went on to Pepperdine University and the University of Southern California, respectively, in the United States. Then both returned to their homeland, Venezuela, to start careers in marketing and accounting, respectively.

Food | 2018-11-22 16:36

Korea to embrace stricter pesticide regulation

A new regulation on agricultural chemicals will take effect next year, according to the agriculture ministry, to bolster food reliability and safety of food products.

Food | 2018-11-02 17:16

[INTERVIEW] Korea's food exports riding high on hallyu

Korea's farm products and processed foods are becoming more popular on the increased global attention to Korean culture, but at the same time, protectionism rising across the world is casting setbacks in exporting food.

Food | 2018-11-02 14:02

Korean-American artisan's enthusiasm for gourmet cheese never wears thin

Korean-American cheesemaker Soyoung Scanlan, better known in Korea by her maiden name Kim So-young, is one of the top-notch cheese artisans in the United States.

Food | 2018-11-01 17:25

Ginseng makes inroads into mainstream food market

Korean ginseng is garnering fresh attention as a convenient food item, overcoming its conventional image as an ingredient for traditional medicines.

Food | 2018-11-01 16:20

Baek ends month-long makgeolli controversy

Celebrity chef and eatery franchise owner Baek Jong-won opened up about a controversy over makgeolli that erupted earlier in October after food columnist Hwang Kyo-ik raised questions about Baek's statements. In a radio interview Tuesday, Baek, 52, said he has no intention to argue with critics and rather would respect their views.

Food | 2018-10-24 17:03

Young farmer injects vigor into rice industry

Lee Jae-kwang, head of Ilsan Farming Association Corp., was named as this month's young entrepreneur in the rice industry by a government agriculture promoting arm, being recognized for his efforts in fresh rice branding and commercialization.

Food | 2018-10-22 17:01

RDA invites foreigners deep into Korean food culture

The Rural Development Administration (RDA) is inviting foreigners interested in Korean food to delve deeper into the country's traditional culinary culture, promoting “Jongka food,” homemade meals passed down through the generations.

Food | 2018-10-19 17:17

Wolfgang's Steakhouse offers wine at 20% discounted prices to celebrate award

The event will continue through Oct. 31, during which the steakhouse, in Chungdam-dong, southern Seoul, will offer wine at a 20 percent discount.

Food | 2018-10-19 15:23

Credibility of Michelin Guide Seoul still in doubt

The Michelin Guide Seoul continues to face credibility questions as the Korean version of the restaurant guide is still full of spelling mistakes and factual errors, according to a lawmaker and local chefs Wednesday.

Food | 2018-10-17 16:49

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