SEOUL, Nov. 22 (Korea Bizwire) — Kimchi, long celebrated as a flagship of K-food and a global superfood, is inseparable from kimjang — the centuries-old Korean tradition of preparing and storing large quantities of kimchi in early winter. As temperatures drop, many South Korean households still gather to salt cabbage, mix spices and fill jars in [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 17 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean scientists have discovered that bacteriophages — viruses traditionally regarded as a major cause of fermentation failure — may in fact play a beneficial role in sustaining microbial balance in kimchi and other fermented foods. The World Institute of Kimchi said Thursday that its research team, led by Dr. [...]
SEOUL, March 12 (Korea Bizwire) — Premium kimchi products branded by major hotels are enjoying steady popularity, prompting businesses to expand their operations by introducing subscription services. According to hotel industry sources on March 11, Josun Hotels & Resorts launched a Premium Kimchi Subscription Service on March 7. The service delivers kimchi to subscribers on a [...]
SEOUL, Apr. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – In a recent travel feature, CNN named Korean kimchi dumplings, or mandu, as one of the 35 most delicious dumplings in the world. This recognition is seen as a valuable counterpoint to China’s ongoing efforts to claim ownership of kimchi, the iconic Korean dish. “CNN’s inclusion of kimchi mandu as [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that 4 out of 10 households in South Korea have family members, primarily children, who do not consume kimchi, the traditional dish of fermented vegetables. As households increasingly rely on store-bought kimchi, there is a growing demand for clearer labeling regarding levels of spiciness and [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea’s exports of kimchi set a new record in 2023 amid the rising popularity of Korean entertainment content around the globe, data showed Sunday. Outbound shipments of kimchi, a traditional Korean side dish typically made from fermented cabbage, shot up 7.1 percent to 44,041 tons, according to the [...]
SEOUL, Dec. 4 (Korea Bizwire) – In a culinary landscape where innovation knows no bounds, the humble kimchi refrigerator has transcended its origins as a specialized storage unit for fermented cabbage to become a versatile, multi-functional appliance capable of accommodating a variety of ingredients. Embracing this trend, the home appliance makers are introducing a series of [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 1 (Korea Bizwire) – Kimchi exports from South Korea are experiencing a significant surge this year, poised to potentially reach a historic peak, according to industry observers. The appeal of kimchi is growing in the United States and Europe, driven by its reputation as a “healthy” and “vegan” food, aligning with the global Hallyu [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – Recent news about a packaged kimchi product released in Japan labeled with the Korean slang expression ‘gaejonmat’, meaning ‘very delicious’ has sparked debates among Korean netizens. Some netizens argue that the use of slang, especially for product labels, should be restrained, while others believe it’s acceptable since ‘gaejonmat’ is commonly used. [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on Wednesday that it will standardize the Chinese translation of kimchi as xinqi on the menus of restaurants in major tourist spots. This decision follows an increase in the number of Chinese tourists visiting major tourist spots like Myeongdong, facilitated by the Chinese government’s approval [...]