Kimchi is a staple side dish, known as banchan, in Korean cuisine. Made from salted and fermented vegetables, there are various types of kimchi, unique from region to region, depending on ingredients and weather conditions. Through its fermentation process, kimchi becomes a superfood containing vitamins A and B and minerals such as calcium and iron. […]
New York-based documentary filmmaker, Joseph Juhn, discusses immigration and ethnic identity through his short documentary, “Letter to My Children.” Join us for a screening and discussion, followed by a networking reception with drinks on the 25th floor terrace. The rooftop reception includes light snacks and cash bar with $5 beer and wine. [YPN]Diaspora: The […]
Communications Director of the Korea Economic Institute of America in Washington DC, Jenna Gibson, presents on the commodification of K-culture on a global scale. Ms. Gibson reflects on regional marketing strategies and the economic impact of Korea’s exportation of Kpop. Followed by Q&A and reception with Korean food and drinks. The Economy of […]
Director Yoon Jong Bin’s latest film, The Spy Gone North, starring Hwang Jung-min, Lee Sung-min, Cho Jin-woong, and Ju Ji-hoon, portrays the true story of former South Korean agent, Park Chae-seo. The film premiered in the Midnight Screenings section of the Cannes Film Festival in May of 2018. Synopsis Set in 1993, with tensions running […]
New York-based female alt-pop duo Lucite Tokki celebrate the release of their latest Single. Bandmates Ye Jin Cho and Sun Young Kim bring their unique mood and sound to The Korea Society. Message from the Artist: It has been a long time since we released our 4th album in 2016, and finally, here’s our new single, […]
Billboard columnist and Forbes contributor, Tamar Herman, explores the origins of the hallyu wave. From Seo Taiji & Boys in the 1990s to international sensation BTS, how has Kpop evolved? Ms. Herman outlines the elements which distinguish Kpop, notes milestones, and discusses the potential of the global music phenomenon. Followed by Q&A and reception […]
Tuesdays 5 – 6 PM | June 26, July 10, 17, 31 This introductory traditional Korean dance workshop uses gentle movement techniques to establish an appreciation of the dance form. Each week the focus is comprised of applications within the dance syntax such as key body positions and elemental dance phrases to develop an understanding […]
The Korea Society welcomes Wookwan, cookbook author of “Wookwan’s Korean Temple Food: The Road to the Taste of Enlightenment,” to introduce Korean temple food built on the philosophy of Buddhism along with the long tradition of Korean cuisine. Korean temple food “does not only provide nutrition for a healthy body, but preparing the food is a […]
w/ Gallery Talk: Ungno Lee’s Art World | In celebration of the 60th anniversary of artist Lee Ungno’s arrival in Paris, the Korea Society welcomes you to enjoy the art exhibition of the Korean-born French artist who combined the abstract tendencies of the Art Informel movement with traditional forms of Korean art. Artist and scholar […]
Dr. Chung Young Yang, a director on the Korea Society’s board, is Chair of the Society’s Arts & Culture Committee. Link to the original article Dr. Young Yang Chung, created “Unification” for Korean President JungHee Park in 1967. Korea has existed as two separate states since the 1950-53 Korean War. Talks of unification—and ultimately […]
