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2024 Korea Kimchi Festival at Samsung KX

Date: Saturday 12 October 2024, 12 noon - 7pm
Venue:
Samsung KX | 1 Stable Street | Coal Drops Yard | Kings Cross | London N1C 4DQ | [Map]

Tickets: Free | Monitor W Korea Insta account for updates
Registration required for kimchi-making workshop using this link - or scan QR code at the bottom of this page

2024 Korea Kimchi Festival poster
Celebrating culture, flavour and tradition, the 2024 Korea Kimchi Festival is a global celebration of Korea’s main culinary dish, diving into the heart of Korean Culture. This year’s festival will take place from September 26th to November 23rd, traveling to Los Angeles (USA), London (UK), Sydney (Australia), and New Delhi (India). It is an event that is essential for culinary enthusiasts, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone interested in experiencing the rich heritage of Korea’s most iconic dish.

The festival will showcase a variety of engaging activities, including kimchi-making experiences, K-pop random play dance sessions, and Hallyu (Korean Wave) community events. These interactive experiences are designed to immerse attendees in both traditional and modern aspects of Korean culture. Additionally, the event will be broadcast globally on MBC’s “Live Tonight” and Arirang TV, offering an opportunity for audiences worldwide to join in the celebration.

The London festival will feature the following special guests who will ensure an unforgettable Korean culture experience for all attendees.

  • Becky Lee Smith (Hanguk Hapa) – A passionate promoter of Korean culture in the UK, Becky runs the K-Supper Club and co-founded Hanbok Wave UK, advocating for the recognition of New Malden as London’s KoreaTown. She is affectionately known as the “Queen of New Malden” and will be leading events that highlight Korea’s traditional clothing and cuisine.
  • Jayde – A K-pop dance sensation from Hong Kong with over 900k followers and 100 million video views, Jayde is a global K-pop figure. Her high-energy performances will bring excitement to the festival and inspire fans from all over.
  • Fatemeh Fakhteh Etemadi – Known as Vachte, a talented K-pop inspired singer based in London. Her unique blend of K-pop energy and creativity will bring excitement energy to the festival.

Festival Highlights

  • Kimchi-Making Workshops: Learn authentic kimchi from expert chefs and influencers. Experience the tradition and history behind this beloved dish firsthand.
  • K-Pop Dance Performances: Enjoy dynamic K-pop dance performances and random play dance sessions where fans can show off their moves.

The Korea Kimchi Festival not only celebrates the cultural and culinary significance of kimchi but also serves as a platform for cross-cultural exchange, where visitors from all backgrounds can enjoy and explore Korean food and culture.

Timetable

12:00 – 13:00 Offline Registration on the day
12:30 – 13:30 K-POP Random Play Dance
13:30 – 14:00 Kimchi Demonstration
14:00 – 16:00 Making Kimchi Together
17:00 – 18:00 K-POP Performance
18:00 – 19:00 K-POP Random Play Dance

Sponsors & Partners

The 2024 Korea Kimchi Festival is proudly sponsored by Samsung KX and supported by media partners MBC and Arirang TV. Organized by W Korea, MBC, and Arirang. Hosted by STOVECAT. Sponsored by Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs, Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation, and Hanyang University Korea Cultural Center

Kimchi workshop registration

Kimchi workshop QR code