Abstract: With the rising popularity of South Korea’s culture, Korean cuisine has begun to spread and influence many western regions. This paper traces the impact and accessibility of Korean cuisine as showcased by media such as the international award winning film Parasite. We analyzed and researched the history of packaged Korean foods as well as Korean restaurants and franchise to understand the impact of its flavors in an international scope. By tracing the history of Korean cuisine to the current boom, the paper achieves a deeper cultural analysis and understanding of the impact and meaning behind the global growth.
Keywords: Korean cuisine, Korean culture, Korean food, cultural appropriation.
Title: The Growth and Influence of Korean Cuisine in Western Regions
Author: Dana Kim
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
Vol. 11, Issue 4, October 2023 - December 2023
Page No: 326-331
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Published Date: 11-November-2023
