Welcome to 1-2-3 Kimchi’s Lifestyle ✨
I’m Taeyeon, and this is where I share my favorite places to visit, foods to try, and the things I’ve learned along the way. Join me on this journey of flavors, discoveries, and inspirations!
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- 5 Plant-Forward, Vegetarian, Vegan-friendly restaurants in Seoul
Did you know? Seoul is a treasure box for plant-forward dining. So many restaurants and cafes celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients and creative veggie dishes! Given Korean cuisine’s long history with plant-based cooking, it’s no surprise these places feel so authentic and inspiring. As a chef who loves sharing Korean food culture, I think these restaurants… Read more: 5 Plant-Forward, Vegetarian, Vegan-friendly restaurants in Seoul - Japan Fermentation Trip with Venerable Jeong Kwan
This winter, I had an amazing opportunity to join Venerable Jeong Kwan (a renowned Buddhist practitioner and a Korean temple food master on Netflix 「Chef’s Table」) on a study trip to discover fermented foods and food culture in Japan. The highlight of the trip was when we went to Gujo in Gifu prefecture, where we… Read more: Japan Fermentation Trip with Venerable Jeong Kwan
