Korean Presidents' Lunar New Year Breakfasts: From Kim Dae-jung to Moon Jae-in
Creatrip Team
a year ago
Former Cheong Wa Dae head chef Chun Sang-hyun discusses the traditional foods served to past Korean presidents on Lunar New Year. Highlights include 'sagol tteok mandu guk' (a traditional rice cake soup) and 'Nonhyeon-dong dakgangjeong' (sweet and spicy fried chicken). Each president had their preferences, with stories highlighting the cultural and political role of food in easing tensions. Chun emphasizes safety and health in the presidential kitchen, with careful ingredient selection and minimal use of seasoning. The piece delves into personal anecdotes of presidents and their food habits, underlining the unifying power of meals.
