Spice, Culture, and Energy Boost: My Adventure at Korea’s White Ginseng Fest!
- Date of Visit2024.11.01Time Spent2 hours
- AreaSeoulExpensesKRW(₩) 0
Good mood, hair band, competitive spirit, mobile phone with internet (to participate in contests you need to fill in a form via QR code)
I had an amazing experience at the Korea Ginseng Festival! From making ginseng kimchi to learning fascinating facts about Korean culture, the entire day was a blend of fun and discovery. The festival truly showcased Korea’s pride in its white ginseng, a natural powerhouse known for boosting energy and supporting immunity. The event was organized beautifully, with every detail taken care of, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and assist with every activity. We made ginseng kimchi by ourselves, mixed and prepared the dish to take away. By the way, we got A LOT of kimchi, and it tastes amazing + its super healthy. It can be a bit spicy, so bear this in mind and manage the level of red paste that you add to the kimchi. We also had an opportunity to try ginseng milk and cocktails, which was a unique experience trying ginseng that is not bitter, but sweet! The festival was not only for cooking the kimchi, but also to enjoy Korean cultural music and dances, play games, win prizes and even a small concert of a K-pop brand. I’d highly recommend this festival to anyone looking to explore Korean traditions and gain firsthand experience with an ingredient that has been cherished for centuries. Not only did I get to taste and cook with ginseng, but I also gained a deeper appreciation for the dedication Koreans have to cultivating this treasured root.
don’t miss the chance to chat with the locals; people and stories and insights make the festival even more enriching