Suwon Experience: Gimbap & Tteok Making in a Hanok with Fortress Picnic

What to Expect

Discover the true taste of Suwon through an immersive cooking experience led by a certified Korean cuisine chef and official partner of the Suwon Cultural Foundation. With extensive experience hosting international guests, your instructor offers more than just recipes—sharing rich insights into Korean food culture and traditions.

Set in the beautiful Suwon Traditional Culture Center, a traditional hanok located within the UNESCO-listed Hwaseong Fortress, this class combines culture, history, and cuisine in one unforgettable experience.

Learn to prepare premium gimbap and traditional rice cakes step by step, then enjoy your creations during a relaxing picnic along the historic 200-year-old fortress walls. Perfect for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers a unique way to connect with Korea’s heritage.

Menu

• Main Course: Premium Korean Gimbap

Enjoy freshly cooked rice seasoned with sesame oil and sesame salt, rolled with 5–6 carefully selected fillings, such as crispy kimchi, burdock root, and egg garnish. Discover this beloved Korean comfort food, thoughtfully prepared with a delicious balance of flavors and textures.

• Dessert: Traditional Korean Sweets

Enjoy traditional Korean desserts, including chewy rice cakes such as injeolmi or seasonal varieties, alongside traditional confections like dasik and yullan. Made with natural ingredients and no artificial additives, these treats offer a delightful taste of Korea’s culinary heritage.

Schedule

• Explore Royal Culinary History: Visit the exhibition The Royal Banquet of Lady Hyegyeonggung Hong and discover the royal feast traditions of the Joseon Dynasty.
• Hands-On Royal Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Goldongmyeon, a traditional royal Korean noodle dish, with step-by-step guidance.
• Enjoy a Royal Meal in a Hanok: Savor your handmade royal cuisine in a traditional Korean house and experience the charm of Korean heritage.