National Geographic Traveller Food

CHEF EDWARD KWON In Gangwon

argely isolated from the rest of the country by its mountainous landscape and rugged coastline, the northern South Korean province of Gangwon has developed a cuisine all of its own. Due to the short growing season and hilly terrain, potatoes have long been favoured over rice, while the nearby East Sea provides plenty of fresh seafood.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from National Geographic Traveller Food

National Geographic Traveller Food10 min read
Rich Pickings
His son, Yaman, appears from around the corner with a wicker basket, gesturing for me to follow him. We leave the courtyard of their family home, walking under a cloud of crimson pomegranates hanging above the front gate. In the garden, I’m greeted w
National Geographic Traveller Food1 min read
Loaded Hash Browns
As part of the wider trend for nostalgic comfort foods, hash browns are popping up on restaurant menus with increasing frequency. But don’t expect the golden brown triangles you might find in the freezer section or as part of a fried breakfast —chefs
National Geographic Traveller Food2 min read
Feel The Heat
“Wasabi Village is a passion project,” says Yukimitsu (Yuki) Fujii as he climbs the stone terraces, wasabi plants sprawling out on either side. The terraces were constructed over a century ago and, along with his wife Chiyomi Fujii, Yuki is dedicated

Related Books & Audiobooks