Tteokbokki, Gimbap & Japchae Cooking Class in Hongdae

1일차

• 10:00

  Swan House Welcome — 10 minutes Put on your apron and begin the experience in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. You’ll be introduced to the three dishes you’ll be making today, along with the fresh ingredients used in each one. We’ll also explore the meaning that gimbap, japchae, and tteokbokki have held in Korean everyday life, celebrations, and cherished memories. We’ll help everyone feel comfortable and connect naturally, even if you’re meeting the other participants for the first time.
• 10:25

  2. Making Japchae — 15 minutes | Preparing the Vegetables and Tossing the Glass Noodles Prepare and stir-fry colorful vegetables such as carrots and spinach, then toss them together with tender glass noodles to create a harmonious dish. As you bring out the unique textures and vibrant colors of each ingredient, you’ll complete japchae, one of the most beloved dishes served at traditional Korean celebrations. Adjust the balance of the seasoning with your own hands and create japchae that is uniquely yours.
• 10:45

  3. Rolling Gimbap — 20 minutes | Creating Your Own Gimbap Spread the seaweed and rice over a bamboo mat, add the prepared fillings, and carefully roll everything together, adjusting the pressure to create a firm and beautifully shaped gimbap roll. The moment you slice it open to reveal the colorful ingredients inside is one of the most photogenic highlights of the experience. Your finished gimbap can reflect your personal tastes and individual style.
• 11:00

  4. Cooking Tteokbokki — 15 minutes | Choose Your Spice Level Make your own sauce at the table and simmer the tteokbokki to perfection. Choose the level that best suits your taste—from mild, to pleasantly spicy, to the intense heat favored by many Koreans. This makes the experience enjoyable even for those who are not accustomed to spicy food. Take in the aroma and gentle bubbling sounds as the sweet and spicy sauce slowly soaks into the rice cakes right before your eyes.
• 12:00

  Enjoy the Korean Table You Created — 60 minutes Take your time savoring the gimbap, japchae, and tteokbokki you made yourself, beautifully arranged together as a Korean-style meal. Share the joy of cooking with your companions, or capture a photo of your finished table to wrap up a special memory in Hongdae. After the experience, you’ll receive recipe cards for all three dishes, so you can recreate the flavors of Korea at home.