Korean Cooking Class with Grocery Shopping at Seoul Local Market
Our class isn’t just about learning how to cook, it’s about experiencing authentic local life and discovering the true essence of Korea.
Forget the tourist traps and what you’ve seen in guidebooks! Join me, a Gen Z Korean homemaker, on a journey to Mangwon Market, where real locals shop. Together, we’ll shop, prep, and cook together. This isn’t just a shopping trip, it’s your chance to experience how locals truly live, eat, and connect in their daily lives.
Cooking here isn’t just about recipes; it’s about understanding the cultural meaning behind each dish. From the stories of Korea’s food traditions to the everyday life of its people, you’ll leave with more than just culinary skills—you’ll gain a deeper connection to Korean culture.
After our class, you will feel fully confident to cook some Korean when you get home. If you’ve always been curious about Korean culture, this isn’t just a cooking class. It’s a one of a kind chance to live and breathe Korea for a day.
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Korean Cooking Class with Grocery Shopping at Seoul Local Market
What's included in Korean Cooking Class with Grocery Shopping at Seoul Local Market
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Start your day with a true Korean adventure as we explore Mangwon Market to pick out the freshest ingredients for our cooking session. Mangwon Market is a vibrant local market in Seoul with over 40 years of history, and as a Korean MZ Ajumma, it’s where I grocery shop daily. You’ll get to experience shopping at my favorite go-to stores in the market. You’ll learn how to prepare three iconic Korean dishes: Bulgogi (marinated beef), Gyeran-jjim (steamed egg), Kimbap! Our class welcomes everyone, from seasoned cooks to complete beginners. Together, we’ll create a delicious Korean-style home meal and enjoy it in a cozy studio. For a true cultural experience, we recommend you take any leftover kimbap to the nearby Han River, spread out a mat, relax, and enjoy a sunny picnic like a local! All you need is an appetite and a sense of adventure. Come hungry, and leave with delicious memories and a taste of Korean culture. Please make sure to arrive on time! If you’re more than 10 minutes late, you might miss the market tour. Let’s respect everyone’s schedule and have a great experience together! If you have any dietary restrictions, please let me know in advance.
Food Menu
MAIN - Bulgogi
We’ll serve the meal as a traditional Korean hansang (set table), just like Koreans eat—with rice, side dishes(like Kimchi) and drink.
MAIN - Gyeran-jjim (steamed egg)
We’ll serve the meal as a traditional Korean hansang (set table), just like Koreans eat—with rice, side dishes(like Kimchi) and drink.
MAIN - Kimbap
Korea’s iconic picnic dish Kimbap, and enjoy it with a soup. We’ll pack the leftovers so you can enjoy them by the Han River, just like a true local!
Inclusions
- Water, rice and side dishes will be provided
- Lunch Included for Morning Class
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dinner included for Afternoon Class
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We are located on the 4th floor of a building at 8 World Cup-ro 13-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul. It’s just 30meters from Mangwon Station Exit 2! and a short distance from the vibrant streets of Hongdae!
