An Invitation to Explore Fascinating Stories and Insights About Korean Food and Cultureㆍ Why is "Have you eaten rice?" a common greeting in Korea instead of just saying "Hi"?ㆍ How can you ask Koreans about the best places to eat?ㆍ Which Korean side dishes are so delicious they've earned the nickname "rice thieves"?ㆍ Do Koreans commonly use scissors to cut their food?ㆍ Why do Koreans jokingly say, "Beware of someone who treats you to beef"?
Kimchi, samgyeopsal, chimaek, tteokbokki, kimbap, bulgogi... Korean food is gaining popularity around the world-but what do Koreans actually enjoy eating in their daily lives? And what's the real story behind all those tempting photos and viral videos on social media? This book offers a fun, behind-the-scenes look at Korean food and the unique culture that comes with it.
