Meanings of dishes
What does Bibimbap symbolize?
Peace and harmony
What state was Korean food first recognized in?
New York
What group was in charge of putting the $40m campaign into action?
The Korean government
What were the 5 flavors of Korean Dishes?
salty, sweet, bitter, sour, and hot
What does Yeot symbolize?
Passing your exams
What city was the Korean strip located in?
Midtown Manhattan
What was one of the goals in the $40m campaign?
Opening resturaunts, creating recipes, making korea a culinary tourist destination
What were the two countries that had the most influence on early Korean cuisine?
Japan and China
What does Miyeokguk symbolize?
Recovering after giving birth
How many Korean people made up the American population during immigration?
2.7 million
What is Gastrodiplomacy?
The popularization of a nation through the use of food
What were a few of the ingredients widely used in early Korean cooking?
beans, fish, soybean paste, wine, millet, oil, honey
What does Janchi Guksu symbolize?
Health and Vitality
When did immigration from Korea to America skyrocket?
1970-1980
What place on the global index was Korea intended to be in?
15th place
What foods were considered a symbol of wealth?
Meat, meat soup, rice
What does Bokbunja symbolize?
Increasing stamina
What was the rate of consumption of Korean food in America?
6.8%
Who was responsible for starting the $40m campaign?
Lee Myung Bak
2000 b.c