Hansik, Korean cuisine, has evolved through centuries of social and political change. Originating from ancient agricultural and nomadic traditions in southern Manchuria and the Korean peninsula, Korean cuisine has evolved through a complex interaction of the natural environment and different cultural trends.
There is a good overview about Korea food with nice visual image at Hansik.org.
You can figure out the essence of Hansik:
- Jang (the esence of Hanksik)
- Kimchi (the science of fermentation)
- Guk (brimming with flavor)
- Tang (thick savory soup)
- Ssam (a scrumptious mouthful)
- Namul (healthy and aromatic)
- Jeon (artful cookery)
- Jjim(a special dish for festive days)
- Bibimbap (a caleidoscope of colors and flavors)
- Ogokbap (a mix of five grains)
More information about Hansik
- The Story of Korean Food
- Korean cuisine – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
- 40 Korean foods we can’t live without
- Top 10 Korean Foods You Have To Try
- Korean food glossary
- Korean Food Culture Series