From Seoul to Jeju: Rediscovering Korean Cuisine
News Context
At a glance
- Austin Kang, the chef at Mukjung in Seoul, is working to redefine the approach to Korean cuisine.
- According to reporting from Forbes, Kang's current culinary philosophy is rooted in a shift in understanding that occurred away from the capital city.
- Kang's perspective on Korean food began to evolve during time spent on Jeju Island.
Austin Kang, the chef at Mukjung in Seoul, is working to redefine the approach to Korean cuisine.
According to reporting from Forbes, Kang’s current culinary philosophy is rooted in a shift in understanding that occurred away from the capital city.
Influence of Jeju Island
Kang’s perspective on Korean food began to evolve during time spent on Jeju Island. This transition in his understanding of the cuisine was guided by mentors he encountered on the island.
These experiences on Jeju Island now inform the vision Kang is implementing at Mukjung in Seoul.