- It offers a unique chance to taste Jeonju's traditional wedding dishes and experience its rich culinary heritage.
- Jeonju is known for using the finest ingredients to create exceptional wedding cuisine that highlights the city's food culture.
- This event blends traditional ceremonies with food, providing a unique cultural experience perfect for tourists seeking something special.
Hwamyungwon (和鳴院)
The venue where the event takes place symbolizes a harmonious and loving marriage, and it evokes the elegance of a traditional hanok reminiscent of noble households from the Joseon Dynasty.
1. Wedding Hall: A space where actual traditional weddings take place.
2. Waiting Room/Dressing Room: Actual waiting/dressing space used in traditional wedding ceremonies.
3. Gyeongeopdang : Educational experience facility at Jeonju Hanbyeok Cultural Center (During this event, you cannot enter the inside for viewing.)
Main Programs
- Exhibition Experience:
- Food Exhibition: Display of Jeonju Paebaek food and traditional Jeonju banquet dishes, along with stories about the food.
- Photo Wall: Take pictures on an actual wedding stage where traditional Korean weddings are held.
- Traditional Wedding Demonstration: Experience a traditional Korean wedding from the perspective of a guest.
- Reception (Jeonju Gourmet Association): Enjoy wedding dishes and a full-course feast made from Jeonju's top 10 signature dishes and seasonal ingredients.
- Crossover Korean Traditional Music: A "Joseon Pop" performance by 'FUN Sorikkun,' accompanying the meal.
Wedding Food Menu
Only two types of food will be provided at this event, regular and vegetarian menu. If you have allergies to certain foods, we recommend not participating after checking the menu provided. We cannot provide separate menus upon request at the venue.
Standard option
Appetizer | Traditional aperitif serving | Jeonju Igangju with Ginger Candy | A pairing of Igangju(famous Jeonju liquor made with ginger) and sweet ginger snacks |
Main Course | Traditional meal with various options | Persimmon Porridge | An appetizer made from Jeonju's well-ripe persimmons |
Rice bowl with Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) | A traditional Korean soup made by simmering beef short ribs for several hours to create a rich, clear broth and flavored with Jeonju radish | ||
Japchae (stir-fried glass noodles) | Stir-fried glass noodles with various vegetables enhanced with the flavor and color of Jeonju's water parsley | ||
Three-Colors Jeon (Pancakes) | -Zucchini pancakes made with Jeonju zucchini -Dongtaejeon (Pan-Fried Pollock Fillet): The slices of pollock are lightly seasoned, dipped in flour and egg batter, and pan-fried -Pancakes made with Jeonju's famous bean sprouts | ||
Tteok-Galbi (Grilled Short Rib Patties) | A finely minced beef short ribs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, shaped into patties, and grilled to perfection. The name "tteok" (meaning "rice cake") comes from the soft, chewy texture of rice cakes. | ||
Hwangpo Muk (Mung Bean Jelly) Salad | Made with Jeonju's signature Mung bean jelly and seasoned and mixed with vegetables and a light dressing, offering a refreshing and chewy texture | ||
Perilla Leaf Crisps | Finely shredded perilla leaves that are lightly seasoned and fried until crispy. This dish offers a distinctive nutty flavor from the perilla leaves and adds a crunchy texture | ||
Seokbakji (Radish Kimchi) | Traditional Jeolla-do regional style radish kimchi made with Jeonju radish, without fish sauce | ||
Dessert | Traditional tea and sweets | Chrysanthemum Tea & ‘Yakgwa’, Pear ‘Jeongwa’ | -Chrysanthemum tea: A Traditional tea made of dried chrysanthemum flowers -Yakgwa: A traditional Korean cookie made from a dough of wheat flour, honey, sesame oil, and ginger juice -Baejeonggwa: simmering pear slices in a light syrup infused with spices such as cinnamon and ginger with Omija-five flavoured fruit |
Vegetarian option
Appetizers | Traditional aperitif serving | Jeonju Igangju with Ginger Candy | A pairing of Igangju(famous Jeonju liquor made with ginger) and sweet ginger snacks |
Main Course | Traditional meal with various options | Persimmon Porridge | An appetizer made from Jeonju's well-ripe persimmons |
Rice bowl with Vegetable Mandu(Dumpling) Soup | A dumpling soup stuffed with assorted vegetables | ||
Japchae(stir-fried glass noodles) | Stir-fried glass noodles with various vegetables enhanced with the flavor and color of Jeonju's water parsley | ||
Three-Colors Jeon(Pancakes) | -Zucchini pancakes made with Jeonju zucchini -Vegetarian skewers with assorted vegetables -Pancakes made with Jeonju's famous bean sprouts | ||
Grilled Tofu and King Oyster Mushrooms, and Neobiani | Grilled Tofu and King Oyster Mushrooms accompanied by a peppercorn soy sauce, and Eggplant Neobiani(Grilled Marinated Beef) | ||
Hwangpo Muk(Mung Bean Jelly) Salad | Made with Jeonju's signature Mung bean jelly and seasoned and mixed with vegetables and a light dressing, offering a refreshing and chewy texture | ||
Perilla Leaf Crisps | Finely shredded perilla leaves that are lightly seasoned and fried until crispy. This dish offers a distinctive nutty flavor from the perilla leaves and adds a crunchy texture | ||
Seokbakji(Radish Kimchi) | Traditional Jeolla-do regional style radish kimchi made with Jeonju radish, without fish sauce | ||
Dessert | Traditional tea and sweets | Chrysanthemum Tea & ‘Yakgwa’, Pear ‘Jeongwa’ | -Chrysanthemum tea: A Traditional tea made of dried chrysanthemum flowers -Yakgwa: A traditional Korean cookie made from a dough of wheat flour, honey, sesame oil, and ginger juice -Baejeonggwa: simmering pear slices in a light syrup infused with spices such as cinnamon and ginger with Omija-five flavoured fruit |
Performance Team
The fusion Korean traditional music band, FUN Sorikkun, is a five-member team consisting of pansori vocalist, keyboard, bass, gayageum, and daegeum players. They blend traditional Korean music (gugak) with various genres, using the playful language of pansori to create music that modern audiences can easily enjoy.