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Pecel Winongo, A Must Try Food for Your Local Tounge!

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Ask every Javanese in Indonesia you meet. Most of them must be very familiar with “Pecel”. Yes, this is a quite popular traditional salad, especially in Java. I myself like Pecel most!

Pecel Pincuk Winongo Panderman at Sulfat Branch

Unlike various fresh fruits and vegetables with mayonnaise sauce, this one consists of mixed boiled vegetables dressed with peanut sauce. Can you just imagine how it tastes? But the sweet peanut sauce can be spicy too, depending on your request in case you want some chilies added on your Pecel dressing. And just like other Indonesian dishes, this one is also served with rice.

No, you don’t need to take the rice yourself from the bowl. Pecel comes with steamed rice or compressed rice cake called Lontong or Ketupat. There are also some additions like tempeh, tofu, perkedel, potatoes, bakwan jagung and rempeyek or kerupuk. Is those stuff sound unfamiliar for you non Indonesian people? Don’t worry, be happy. All you need to do is just finish your Pecel. And if you usually take a light meal for your breakfast, a portion of Pecel is possibly enough. But, the taste of peanut sauce may call you back another day.

Well, that was a brief introduction about Pecel. What I am going to tell you is my favorite breakfast meal when I was in Malang, East Java, Indonesia. It is one of the places where Pecel actually origins from. And just like everyone, I joined others to taste the legendary Pecel Winongo at Jalan Panderman, Malang, Indonesia.

Guess what? This street food stall is always crowded. As I remember there was no chair or table provided so customers could enjoy their breakfast on the spot. Instead, everyone bought the Pecel on the go. People even seemed not to mind to wait in line at holidays for this tasty breakfast.

Pecel Pincuk Winongo Panderman at Sulfat Branch

I actually like to avoid the crowd, but Pecel Winongo seemed to be my dirty exception. Unlike other foods served on a plate completed with a fork and spoon, this one was packed with banana leaves, called pincuk. I do not know what others think but I could still feel the fresh aroma of the leaves, adding more taste to the dish.

It was totally not an extravagance. The content itself was also humble with some standard vegetables for Pecel like bean sprouts, long beans and spinach. The rice and vegetables were poured with the delicious peanut sauce. The spices had a sweet taste with the soft nut texture. But actually, the seller also offers another taste of peanut sauce, the spicy one. Both taste great. They even provide compressed Pecel Winongo peanut sauce, so customers can make their own Pecel at home with any vegetable addition they like and melt the sauce with some water.

Some other additional complementariness’ are also available. Take for example tempeh and crispy rempeyek. There are also friend eggs, meat satay, empal and so on. No wonder, a packed of Pecel Winongo could keep my stomach full until the afternoon meal.

You know what? I have just got new information that Pecel Winongo opens a new branch at Jalan Sulfat, Malang, Indonesia. It means the stall is quite close to where I live. So, are you going to wait for my next review or try this traditional Javanese cuisine yourself?

Pecel Pincuk Winongo Panderman at Sulfat Branch

Location:

Pecel Winongo Sulfat

Address: Komp. Ruko Taman Sulfat, Jl. Sulfat No.7, Purwantoro, Blimbing, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur 65126, Indonesia

Phone: +62 821-4135-8709

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pecelwinongosulfat/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pecelwinongo_sulfat/

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How to Say Avocado on Toast Around the World

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It’s safe to say the world has been struck by avocado fever. Over the past five years, there has been a 405% increase in the number of online searches for ‘avocado on toast’ around the world.

If you’re wondering how to order the nations favourite dish ‘Avocado on toast’ look no further, Canvas Holidays compiled the ultimate guide to ordering it in 27 different languages as well as 5 fictional dialects.

Dorthaki (Game of Thrones)  – “Fichat anna havon zhavvorsa sovi” 

Elvish – (Lord of the Rings) – “Amin irma avocado coimas“

If you’re heading to Portugal, simply ask for “Desejo uma torrada com abacate por favor” 

As well as these languages, we’ve compared prices around some of the major cities in Europe.

With many of us now getting ready to book our 2018 holidays, we thought it would be useful to show you how to order your beloved ‘Avocado on Toast’ in every language in the EU… and a few others like Dothraki and Klingon in case you plan on travelling farther afield…

Infographic provided by https://www.canvasholidays.co.uk/blog/2018/02/01/ordering-avocado-on-toast-around-europe

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The Food Lover’s Ultimate NYC Adventure

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A vacation in the greatest city on Earth would be a dream come true for many. As the holiday season approaches, a chance to visit New York City becomes a treasure trove of possibilities. The sheer abundance of events, activities and sights is too overwhelming to cover in a single go, but at least, you can stimulate your taste buds with some of the most delicious and varied meals in the world. If you want to save some time and go straight for the hippest and most satisfying gourmet experiences, here’s the food lover’s ultimate NYC adventure.

Of course, the restaurants

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Let us start off with the biggest bite of all – the choice of restaurants. The food map of New York City is a colorful palette of cuisines and cultures. If you are craving for a healthy and solid Mediterranean meal, Fig & Olive offers a whole array of dishes from Italy, Spain and France.

If you want to feel as if you are shacked up in the middle of the Alps, Baita by Birreria is a place for you. The place looks like a cozy canteen for visitors who like to pop in for a wine, warm up with salty pork and veal sausages.

A variety of exquisite meals can be a blast, but if you end up craving good ol’ sandwich bites, LaGuardia Place has brought the art of sandwich to a whole new level.

If you are in the mood for a tasty trip to Asia, Raku on East 6th Street is a place that has the most delicious udon in town, and ramen at Mr. Taka is conveniently filling on a cold December evening. Finally, if you want a solid meal that will keep you full for the most part of the day, stop by Insa on 328 Douglas Street for a delicious, juicy Korean barbecue (and a karaoke sing-off maybe).

Let’s talk about catering

Of course, New York City is nothing without the options to tweak the dining experience to your own idea of comfort. If you are renting a fabulous apartment and you feel particularly lazy that night, why not bring all the wine and dine glamour to your four walls?

With the endless number of top-notch NYC catering options that will leave you spoiled, the professional caterer will do all the work and it is up to you to deal with the rest. There are no boring queues and lengthy lines to ruin your appetite.

Most of these catering options come with modifiable course lineups that can be staggeringly rich – from cold chops and cocktail picks to warm bites, and wholesome family meals. It goes without saying you can limit yourself to fish, vegetarian or vegan banquets if you want.

The marketplace adventures

If you are spending a short time in New York City, why not feel like a true New Yorker? First of all, you need to stroll down the streets in search for the food market. Thankfully, New York has numerous food markets that are perfectly equipped with every delicious fruit and vegetable under the sun.

Most of them are in Manhattan, where you can literally stumble onto an amazing organic market after five or ten minutes of strolling about. However, you can find a few stray markets in Queens – New World Mall Food Court and Queens Crossing – as well as in Brooklyn – renowned Gotham Market at The Ashland, Berg’n and Industry City near the Upper Bay.

With all the necessary groceries in the bags, you can finally go to your temporary home and whip out pots and spatulas to begin your own private cooking session.

Take a chance on a food truck

Life in New York City can be quite hectic. So, it is probably safe to guess that your short stay will be just as speedy and filled with various activities. People tend to start taking it all in only after they have returned home. If you are a type of person who likes to move around and save time on all activities except sightseeing, taking a chance on one of New York’s iconic food trucks is a must.

Even if you are a person who enjoys low brow cuisine, you have to eat out at least once – otherwise, it is as if you haven’t been in New York. Eddie’s Pizza Truck will satisfy you enough and leave room for a thirst-quenching jug of beer or a cocktail. Tacos Morelos will offer you amazing midnight snacks, and a nice pita wrapped around juicy meat from Souvlaki GR will keep you buzzed throughout the evening.

Of course, these suggestions are not doing justice to all of the amazing restaurants and chow spots in New York City. If you are in the mood for an adventure, you can go out with your friends or family on an unpredictable gourmet journey throughout the night. You are bound to come across interesting places to eat around every corner. What’s life without some culinary risk?

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Around The World In 20 Street Foods [Infographic]

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One of the best things about visiting new parts of the world is getting to try the many different delicacies on offer and whilst, for some, fine dining is the only way to go, for most, food whilst travelling is all about street food!

From Jerk Chicken and Arepas to Churros, Bakso and a whole host of others, there’s certainly no shortage of street foods to try, regardless of where you’re travelling to.

A Look At The World’s Favourite Street Foods

SousVideTools.com recently launched an infographic titled ‘Around The World In 20 Street Foods‘ which does a fantastic job of outlining some of the world’s most delicious delicacies. Want to know more? Here’s a look at our favourite street foods from across the globe:

  1. Jerk Chicken – Jamaica
  2. Gelato – Italy
  3. Arepas – Colombia
  4. Ta’amiya – Egypt
  5. Bakso – Indonesia
  6. Churros – Spain
  7. Chilli Crab – Singapore
  8. Gimbap – South Korea
  9. Tostada – Mexico
  10. Xiaolongbao – China
  11. Poutine – Canada
  12. Pulled Pork Sandwich – USA
  13. Bubble Tea – Taiwan
  14. Pierogi – Poland
  15. Halo-Halo – Phillipines
  16. Banh Mi – Vietnam
  17. Bunny Chow – South Africa
  18. Simit Bread – Turkey
  19. Bhelpuri – India
  20. Ceviche – Peru

Whether you’re travelling to Italy, Jamaica, Canada, Taiwan or literally anywhere in the world, there’s absolutely no doubting that you won’t need to look far to find a delicious street food to try out!

For some, the opportunity to try something a little bit different whilst in another country is one of the most attractive things about travelling. Who wants to eat those foods which they frequent at home when the opportunity for something far more exotic is around every corner?

Street food is affordable, delicious and oozes culture and character of the country in which it’s famous. Whilst there’s nothing wrong with sitting down to a fancy meal when on your travels, you’ll struggle to beat the same feeling you get when queueing at a market stall or similar and eating fresh street food! It’s the perfect way to try something new and right at the top of many people’s travel-lists!

In the meantime, to whet your appetite and introduce you to just a few of our favourite street foods from around the world, take a moment to have a look at SousVideTools’ aforementioned infographic:

Around The World In 20 Street Foods – An infographic by the team at SousVideTools.com

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The New Asian Cuisine Hub: Must-Visit Restaurants in Brisbane

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Brisbane has become the epicenter of modern and creative Asian cuisine. Incidentally, Brisbane’s Asian restaurants are also some of the best restaurants in Brisbane. For your road trips in Australia, these restaurants are a must-visit. 

FantAsia

FantAsia

FantAsia Brisbane offers Asian fast food. By using traditional cooking methods and local, seasonal produce, FantAsia delivers fresh and authentic Asian flavors without the price and wait of typical Asian cuisine restaurants. 

The main attraction at FantAsia is the Tokyo Beef entree, which complements the lemongrass and ginger tea. 

Sake 

Sake Restaurant and Bar focuses on contemporary Japanese cuisine with hints of California and European flavors. The restaurant offers private dining rooms as well as communal banquet dining area. 

Sake’s signature dishes include steamed prawn dumplings and ‘glacier 51’ tooth-fish lettuce cups.

Asian-Szechuan Bang Bang Cuisine

Inspired by the traditional cuisine of the Sichuan Province, Asian-Szechuan has brought Southwest China flavors to Brisbane. Cooking methods that date back 2,000 years add to the customary tang.

Black fungus and tofu skin salad with garlic and chili oil is offered as an entrée. The less adventurous can opt for a classic dish like Sichuan beef hot pot.

Golden Barbeque

Focusing on classic Chinese BBQ, Golden Barbeque offers large portions and authentic flavors. This hidden gem offers a mom and pop environment with economic prices. Check out their staple dish of BBQ duck.

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Taigum Gardens

Taigum Gardens has a vast array of Chinese cuisine options inspired by multiple Chinese delicacies. Large portions and high-quality meats can be expected from this quint restaurant, which is geared to adults. Must-try dishes include the crispy honey beef, the traditional roast duck, and the mango ice cream. 

Happy Boy 

Located on Mein St., this hidden gem focuses on Chinese cuisine with hints of French and Italian inspiration. Happy Boy offers a small, charming space in a converted warehouse. Recommendations include the dried fried green beans, salt and pepper prawns and pork belly sliders. 

Bird’s Nest Yakitori & Bar

Bird’s Nest brings traditional Japanese Yakitori to Brisbane. Using solely fresh, free-range meats and organic produce, Bird’s Nest offers multiple gluten-free and vegetarian options. They specialize in skewers with beef, chicken, veggies, tofu and/or pork belly. 

Paddington Curry House

Specializing in Indian and Nepalese cuisine, Paddington Curry House provides complementary rice with every curry order. Staples include paneer tikka, an Indian cheese marinated in tandoori spices then grilled to perfection, and traditional chicken malai tikka. Their goat curry is a staple for every curry fanatic.

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Citron Restaurant

For anyone who enjoys modern twists to their Asian cuisine will fall in love with Citron. Owned and operated by Robert Foley, previously of Piccolo Restaurant, and notable chef Mark Newman. Citron is the only restaurant in town where eaters can find green tea salt calamari with ginger chili dipping sauce.

Fat Noodle Restaurant

Fat Noodle was created by famed chef Luke Nguyen, and includes a mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai and Malay dishes. Nguyen’s signature dish is Fat Pho Noodles, which consists of a 20-hour beef broth, bean sprouts, fresh Thai basil, fresh chili and rice noodles. 

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European street food: The definite guide

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Every country is renown for their own takes on culture and society, and food plays just as an important role in that as everything else. So when travelling around Europe, what are the definite foods you really need to try out to get a real taste of the country you’re in? Continue reading European street food: The definite guide →

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Popular Coffee Cream Brulee by Country and The Way It Is Served

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Coffee has been known as favorite beverage since many years ago. In many countries, coffee is served in different ways. In Indonesia, for instance, coffee is most commonly served in black with the addition of white sugar. In some countries, coffee is served with cream or milk. If you are a coffee lover, you need to know many kinds of coffee served in some countries. If you want to have a trip someday, you can try each famous popular coffee in some countries. You will be able to experience the fantastic taste of coffee from many countries.

Coffee Served in Some Countries

Coffee is a good option to accompany you while sitting at the back patio after work. However, the way it is served in your country may be different from it is in another country. The following are some example:

Shangri-La serving up high tea the way the Brits intended

… the “Coco”, with a delicate coconut biscuit, kalamansi lime curd, topped with ginger and coriander-infused pineapple; and the “Café au Lait”, with vanilla mascarpone cream, a coffee cream brulee centre, white chocolate flakes and coffee soaked sponge.

The United States
In the United States, coffee cream brulee is the most famous one. It was first made by Chef Ramsay, a famous celebrity chef from America. This coffee is made from black coffee and cream. The cream is the quarter of the black coffee. Then it is shaken until thicken. After that, yolk and vanilla are added on top of it. Then it is heated using blowtorch until you see crust on the cup. This coffee is perfect for those who like to experience the new taste of coffee. You can eat the crust first and then drink the coffee inside.

coffee cream brulee

Spain
The famous coffee in Spain is called Cafe Bombon. It is made from the combination of espresso and milk. It is modified version of the coffee from many countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

Italy
Italy is famous for its cafe latte. This coffee is made from espresso and cream. The cream is the half of the espresso. Besides in Italy, the coffee is also famous in many countries around the world. Moreover, it has always been in the list of favorite beverages in exclusive coffee shops around the world.

Ireland
Ireland has been known for its Irish coffee. Actually, it is more like cocktail than coffee. This is a combination of thick black coffee, whiskey, cream, and brown sugar. This coffee is usually served with cinnamon and whipping cream and frequently served in cocktail glass because it is more like cocktail and ideal for cocktail party. The recipe is found by Joseph Sheridan, the head of chefs in one of famous restaurants in Ireland.

Indonesia
In Indonesia, there are many kinds of coffee, such as Sumatra coffee, Java coffee, Bali coffee, and Sulawesi coffee. Each coffee has its own unique flavor. Mostly, coffee in Indonesia is served in black with the addition of white sugar. Some are served with milk. Coffee in Indonesia has been famous and is exported to Japan and USA.

There are still many more coffees around the world. Coffee is not only about the beverage, but also about the culture of the people. You can learn the culture of a country by means of coffee drinking habit. Coffee has been a companion. Some people drink coffee because of personal preference, some other because of coffee drinking culture to socialize with others, and some others because of lifestyle.

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Popular Food Festivals to Visit around the World

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Are you a kind of person who likes culinary world? Having a taste of many different kinds of meals is a fun. You will be able to notice the difference of every meal in each state or country. If you want to travel and taste the country’s food, it is better if you go to food festival. By having a direction to this kind of event, you can get the traditional food of each country easily.

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Food Festivals around the World

There are many popular food festivals around the world. When visiting one of these countries, the culinary visit can be an interesting part of your travel package. The following are some of them:

The Taste
The Taste takes place in Paramount Studios. It is a three-day festival, sponsored by Los Angeles Times. You can eat any foods and any drinks for only $65. You will see local restaurants, bakeries, wineries, and many other culinary stalls here.

Hokikita Wildfoods festival
This food festival takes place in New Zealand’s South Island and usually takes place in March. The festival celebrates the weird side of food. For those who like to taste weird foods, this festival is a perfect option. You can taste the snails, worm milkshakes, flower wine and more.

La Tomatina
La Tomatina, which is held in Spain, is the biggest food fight in the world. Here, you are free to throw tomatoes to everyone. This is good to refresh your mind and relieve yourself from the stressful day. This event is usually on August.

Maine Lobster Fest
This food festival is held in New England town of Rockland. You can enjoy many variations of lobster served for meal. While eating lobster, you can also enjoy live music and carnival rides.

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
In this festival, you will be able to taste many different kinds of food. In addition, you can meet celebrities and watch cooking demonstration directly.

Gilory Garlic Festival
This food festival is held in the United States, exactly California. This festival celebrates the garlic harvest. There are many kinds of foods made of garlic, including garlic ice cream, garlic pop corn, and garlic mussels.

Cayman Cookout
This is the biggest Caribbean culinary event. Located in Grand Cayman Island, this festival celebrates all fantastic flavors of meals in this island. You will see cooking demonstration outside. This is the best festival to enjoy great taste of Caribbeans food. While in this place, you can also have culinary tours of the island. It is going to be an amazing tour.

JFFF( Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival)
Located in Jakarta Indonesia, this festival is usually held in May to June. It will bring you the best foods from all over Indonesia. While enjoying the food, you can also enjoy the latest fashion trend performed on the runway. Some signature events are Kampoeng Tempo Doeloe, Wine and Cheese Expo, Jakarta Wine and Cheese Run, and Eat and Win.

There are still many more festivals, which you can visit around the world. You can choose to visit them based on your taste. The taste from all over the world will introduce you to the diversity of the culture and tastes.

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Special Food in Bandung To Blow Your You Away

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Bandung City in West Java, Indonesia is a great destination for tourists to visit. The city is known as flower city because of its many flowers park alongside the road of the city. People can enjoy fresh air as well as the historical view of the city. Bandung is also known for its distro clothing. There are many shops selling fine clothing, mostly for young people. You can also buy shoes, belt, and more accessories here.

One thing you should not forget about Bandung is its unique food. Make sure you taste it when you visit Bandung because you will not find any food, the same as here.

Food in Bandung has been known for years and you can find it easily along the way. Some special food that you can find in Bandung is:

food in bandung

1.Spicy Fried Meatball
People in Bandung call it as Basreng, stands for Bakso Goreng, which means fried meatball. This is served spicy. Unlike usual meatball which has broth, this food is served alone with spice. The seller will slice the meatball and then deep fried it. Then the spice seasoning is added together. The crunchy meatball with delicious seasoning will blow you away.

2.Chocolate banana
It is a combination of chocolate and banana wrapped in a spring roll paper. Then it is fried. The combination of banana and melting chocolate will make you want it more.

3.Fried Tofu
This in not the usual fried tofu. It is cut dice, mixed with seasoned flour then fried. It is best served hot. Many young people in Bandung like it.

4.Colenak
Colenak stands for di Cocol Enak which means delicious to thrust
This food is made of roasted tape (food from cassava) with red sauce made of grated coconut and palm sugar. This food is sweet and soft.

5.Seblak Basah
It is from sago flour which is made into crackers. Then it is fried again with seasoning and little water. The taste is delicious and chrunchy.

6.Cimol
Cimol is like a meatball but it is made from strach flour and seasoning then it is fried. On top of it is put the spicy powder. It is so crunchy and yummy and better served hot.

7.Siomay
Siomay is a kind of food made by steam it. It is famous not only in Bandung but also in many places in Indonesia. Some are even produced mass and exported to another country.

8.Tahu Lembang
It is a tofu made of cow milk. It is fried with the flour and the taste is delicious, soft inside and crunchy outside.

9.Cilok
Cilok is like a meatball, made of scratch flour. Usually it is filled with egg or meat. After boil it, you can eat it with dipping it in a tomato sauce. For this food, you can find it not only in Bandung, but als in many places in Indonesia. School boys and girls love it so much.

Eating food in Bandung is always fun. The special food of the city accompanied by the fresh air and the humble of the people make eating more fun.

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Bibimbap – From Royal Table to Street Food

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Perhaps, some of you are not familiar with this dish; Bibimbap. This particular food is undoubtedly well known for its delicious flavor and variation in South Korea. Some people even call it the Korean’s best dish that is now widely available not only in its origin place, but also around the country and even overseas. This signature Korean dish offers all food lovers with unique taste and very healthy ingredients because it contains lots of veggies and it is gluten free.

bibimbap signature Korean dish

Although it is a traditional Korean dish, not only traditional community who love to enjoy this healthy food; international community also starts to like this particular food. Now, there is “Italian” version of Bibimbap, which is characterized by Mediterranean-style veggies and lemony soave. So, what makes this so favored among people?

A Brief History of Bibimbap

There are some different versions when it comes to history of Bibimbap. During Joseon era, bibimbap was believed a special dish that was served only for royal families. It also became a ritual food. According to Siuijeonseo, a recipe book compiled in the 1800s, there are four version references of Bibimpab. The most famous theory is the royal theory, where the food is served for the king and the royal families during Joseon Dynasty. .

The second theory cited in the recipe book refers Bibimbap as a seasonal dish for the peasant during the farming season. They could not eat easily on the farm, so that they took one bowl, and mixed rice with other side dishes to eat in the rice fields. According to the third theory, Bibimbap was served during the revolutionary movement by the peasants who protested against widespread corruption. They were forced to mix rice in one bowl with side dishes due to the lack of bowls and plates to place the food.

The last theory, or the Eumbok theory, states that Bibimbap is a dish served during ancestral rites at the end of a ceremony. People would eat the food by placing each food offered into one bowl or plate and mixing them together.

Best Place to Eat Bibimbap

The word Bibimbap itself means ‘disorderly’ and ‘mix’. It is true since people put various food ingredients in one bowl and then mixed it. This dish is now one of three best Korean dishes known internationally, and becomes a favorite among foreigners. The dish contains rice with top of thirty different vegetables and red pepper sauce for the spicy flavor. Bibimbap also provides a good harmony in flavor and balanced, healthy food to consume, and serves and nutritious meal as well. With various types of vegetables, egg, nuts, ginko, and other ingredients, the dish is ideal to serve after work when your body needs healthy food supply.

There are lots of places you can visit in Korea to enjoy Bibimbap, but the most recommended one would be Jeonju or Jinju. Bibimbap even made its way overseas by various franchises like in Bon Bibimbap, which is currently available in more than 125 countries around the world, including US, Japan and China. It keeps the original recipe of Bibimbap, and even serves various versions of Bibimbap.