Mingles, run by Chef Kang Min-gu, has been announced as the only Michelin 3-star restaurant in South Korea for 2025. The Michelin 3-star designation means the restaurant is 'worth a special journey.' Mingles has been recognized by the Michelin Guide for 9 years consecutively. Chef Kang's dishes creatively combine traditional and modern cuisine, featuring dishes like abalone, baechu-seon (cabbage dish), and fish dumplings. The restaurant is also noted for its elegant tableware crafted by Korean artisans. Chef Kang hopes to showcase the depth and charm of Korean culinary culture through Mingles. Additionally, the Michelin Guide awarded other distinctions like the 'Green Star' for sustainable gastronomy and special awards for sommeliers and chefs.
