Why Korean Restaurants Give Free Water, Free Side Dishes, and Free Refills 🍽️
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When foreigners first eat at a Korean restaurant, they almost always ask the same question: “Why is everything free?” “How can they give so many side dishes?” “Why don’t they charge for water?” “Why do they refill everything without asking?” To…
Why Korean Side Dish Culture Exists: The Real Reason There Are So Many Banchan
When foreigners first sit down at a Korean restaurant, the reaction is almost universal: “Wait… all these dishes are free?” “Why are there so many?” “Do Koreans eat like this every day?” Small plates of vegetables, seasoned roots, marinated meats,…
Why Koreans Eat So Fast: The Hidden Culture Behind Korea’s Eating Speed 🍚
When foreigners first come to Korea, one of the earliest cultural shocks happens not in a subway station, not in a convenience store, but at the dining table. Koreans eat fast. Very fast. Meals that take 30–40 minutes in many countries often finish in…