Buddhist Temple Cuisine Archives

Korean Buddhist Temple Cuisine Designated as National Intangible Heritage

SEOUL, May 20 (Korea Bizwire) — Korea’s traditional Buddhist temple cuisine, known for its deep spiritual roots and vegetarian principles, has been officially designated a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, the Korea Heritage Service announced on Monday. Often referred to as “sachal eumsik”, temple food encompasses the everyday meals of Buddhist monks, including ritual offerings and [...]

Buddhist Temple Cuisine and Temple Stays Arrive in the Big Apple

SEOUL, Sept. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – For three days, a select number of New Yorkers will get to experience South Korea’s traditional Buddhist temple cuisine in the Big Apple. Titled “Korean Templestay and Temple Food Culture Week”, the event will be held at Astor Center in Manhattan. The biennial event, which is organized by the [...]