Korean food culture | United On The Rok Magazine

Boiling pot of dumplings and veggies in spicy broth with a wooden spoon on a stove. Steam rises, creating a warm, savory mood.

Easy Mandu Jeongol Recipe: The Cozy Korean Hot Pot You’ll Want All Year Round

This comforting Mandu Jeongol recipe brings the taste of Korea home with savory dumplings, fresh vegetables, and rich broth. Perfect for sharing.

Melissa Edwards-Whittington

Aug 47 min read

Asian woman wiping sweat off of herself under an umbrella, with a bowl of ginseng chicken soup. Writing says Fight heat with Heat - Korean Style

Sambok in Korea: Why Hot Soup Is the Secret to Beating Summer Heat

Discover the cultural meaning of Sambok in Korea, including the Boknal days of Chobok, Jungbok, and Malbok, and the seasonal traditions Koreans use to beat the heat.

Melissa Edwards-Whittington

Jul 98 min read

Korean feast on a table with a hot pot, assorted dishes, and seven bottles labeled "OWL." Brick wall and colorful owls in the background.

The Pairing of Korean Foods and Traditional Liquor at Gen Z’s Hot Spot: OWL MT. CABIN

Korean food culture is all about pairing—and at OWL MT. CABIN, the trend comes alive with traditional liquors like makgeolli, soju, and takju matched with savory favorites. Loved by Gen Z, Millennials, tourists, and locals alike, this Seoul hot spot is redefining Korean casual dining and preparing to go global.

Grace Lee

Aug 23, 20243 min read