Korean Fermented Sauce (Jang) Experience in Itaewon, Seoul
ID: GYG1235805-1895180
Category:
Country: Myanmar
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover Korean cuisine through its ancient fermented sauces, 'Jang'. Taste five traditional sauces, explore centuries-old fermentation culture, and cook authentic dishes in a cozy Itaewon studio.
Are you looking for things to do in Seoul?
Here is an unique Korean traditional cultural experience in Seoul.
Korean food begins with "Jang (fermented sauces)".
Before kimchi, before barbecue — there was "Jang".
In this unique cultural gastronomy experience, you will explore the foundations of Korean cuisine through its five essential sauces:
- Doenjang → Soybean paste stew (Doenjang-jjigae)
- Ganjang → Bulgogi (marinated beef)
- Gochujang → Spicy stir-fried pork
- Ssamjang → Korean lettuce wrap culture
- Chojang → Seafood dipping sauce & mixed dishes (Bibim)
Step 1: Sauce Tasting & Story
Taste each sauce and learn:
- 'Sauce blind test' and making my own 'Jang'
- Learn 'How soybeans become meju'
- Learn 'The role of traditional Jangdokdae (earthenware jars)'
- Learn 'Why fermentation is central to Korean health and daily life'
- Learn 'The history of Jang culture dating back over 1,000 years'
Step 2: Hands-on Cooking
Using these sauces, you will choose and cook two representative dishes:
For example,
1. Gochujang-based main dish such as Spicy Pork (Jeyuk)
2. Doenjang-based traditional soup or seasonal dish (Soybean paste stew)
You’ll understand not just how to cook Korean food — but why it tastes the way it does.
Located in Itaewon, Seoul’s most international neighborhood, K-Harmony offers a warm, artistic home-style setting for a truly authentic cultural experience.
This is more than a cooking class.
It’s a journey into Korea’s culinary roots.
Highlights
- Guided Tasting of 5 Traditional Korean Fermented Sauces
- Discover 1,000-Year-Old Jang Fermentation Culture
- Cook 2 Signature Dishes Using Your Own Sauce Blend
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Guided tasting of 5 traditional Korean fermented sauces (Doenjang, Ganjang, Gochujang, Ssamjang, Chojang)
- Cultural introduction to 1,000-year-old Jang fermentation traditions
- Explanation of meju-making process and traditional Jangdokdae culture
- Hands-on cooking session featuring 2 signature dishes using fermented sauces
- All cooking ingredients and seasonal produce
- Use of professional cooking equipment and aprons
- Step-by-step instruction from an experienced Korean chef
- Korean dining etiquette guidance
- Shared meal with the dishes you prepare
- Complimentary water or traditional Korean tea
- Recipe booklet (digital or printed)
- Small-group experience in a cozy Itaewon studio
NOT INCLUDED
- No additional mandatory fees.
- Optional alcoholic beverages.
- Optional premium ingredient upgrade (if selected in advance).
- Transportation to and from the studio.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
