Twelve years ago, Ann Kim had an epiphany. At a crossroads in life, she knew she wanted to open her own restaurant but was terrified of failure. Opening her own restaurant seemed far too daunting so she decided to settle for a franchise. Ann Kim stared at the contract she was about to sign for…
Many consider Korea in the spring to be its most beautiful season, with mild weather and flowers bursting into bloom across the country. After the cold winter, and before the humid heat of summer, Korean springs welcome all with an air of excitement and possibility. Warmer and longer days feature temperatures ranging from 45-60°F and…
Oi Muchim (오이무침) is a traditional Korean banchan or side dish made with cucumbers. It is a classic Korean dish that is easy to prepare, refreshing to eat, and can be enjoyed year-round. Oi muchim became a favorite of mine some years ago when we were on vacation with my parents. My mom was making…
What is dojang? In Korea, a dojang (도장) is a seal or stamp used to represent one’s personal name or signature. The use of dojang dates back to ancient times in Korea, and they have been an important part of Korean culture since its founding. Just imagine that you are sitting on a departing plane…
Cindy Kyunga Chung made history last week when she was confirmed as the first Asian American judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Justice Cindy Chung won approval in the Senate by a 50-44 vote, making her the Biden administration’s 99th overall judicial appointment. Judge Chung is the third Korean…