Kimchi Made By You in Oud-Zuilen

Kimchi Workshop & Tasting Dinner

Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make traditional Korean kimchi from scratch! Led by Ohyoon Kwon—South Korea-born, passionate home chef—you’ll explore the art and science of fermentation step by step.

Afterward, enjoy a unique tasting experience featuring creative dishes made with kimchi, from cocktails to desserts and everything in between.

The event takes place at Ohyoon’s private home, as seen on TV, set against the stunning backdrop of Slot Zuylen and the Vecht River.

Mark your calendar for a flavorful journey!

The Program

Part One – Kimchi Workshop (15:30–17:00)

• Introduction to kimchi: dive into its cultural roots and the science of fermentation
• Hands-on session: prep vegetables, make the sauce, and create your own batch to take home

Part Two – Kimchi Tasting Dinner Experience (17:00–20:00)

• Join a communal dining experience with fellow participants
• Discover the incredible versatility of kimchi through 6–7 tasting dishes—ranging from cocktails and appetizers to pancakes, soups, braised meat, baked fish, and fried rice

Important infomation

• Please bring your own containers or jars (enough for up to 2kg of kimchi)
• Traditional kimchi contains fish-based ingredients. A vegetarian version is available upon request—please inform us in advance
• The tasting session is optional and requires a separate ticket purchase

The Location

The workshop and tasting take place at the private home of Ohyoon Kwon—a unique blend of a 19th-century house and modern architecture, nestled between the Vecht River and Slot Zuylen.

In 2025, the kitchen was fully renovated to provide a bright, well-equipped space ideal for small group cooking workshops.

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