My wife, Zarina & I have visited Korea many times simply because one of our daughters, Zana studied for three years to obtain Global MBA degree at two reputable universities in Busan & Seoul. In addition, I also have friends and alumni of the Asian Institute of Management working and living in Korea. We enjoyed eating Korean cuisine which is a unique blend of bold flavors, diverse ingredients, and centuries-old traditions that have nicely evolved through the country's rich history and dynamic culture. From hearty stews and fermented vegetables to delicate seafood dishes and sizzling barbeque, the Korean food offers a wide array of tastes with perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and sour that continue to captivate palates around the world, including Malaysia.
Zana said, “What truly sets Korean cuisine apart is the deep cultural significance behind its ingredients and cooking techniques, many of which have been influenced by its geography, climate, and even historical events. Korean food is deeply rooted in the concept of harmony and balance, with meal featuring contrasting elements such as hot & cold, fermented & fresh, and hearty & light. This harmonious approach reflects the philosophy behind Korean dining.”
In conjunction with Malaysia's National Day celebrations, our son, Farouq & wife, Nadja and their son, Daniel invited us for lunch at the Oiso Alamanda Korean Restaurant Putrajaya. It serves healthy Korean food with home-made style which Korean people normally eat at home. It has a great nutritional balance deeply intertwined with rice, vegetable-based side dishes, pickles, hot soup, and brewing meat (or seafood) as our main food and nice warm tea.
Owner of Oiso Alamanda Korean Restaurant, Mina in welcoming my family said, “Food has strong ties to cultural heritage, and Koreans are proud of their family recipes, whether it's a particular variation of kimchi or pancake rice. Traditionally, recipes are passed down from generation to generation, often not via books or written instruction, but son-mat, which literally meaning ‘flavored by hands’ and that training and measurements often aren't written down.”
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