My presentation topic was Korean Culture and Cuisine. It was especially near and dear to my heart because my homesickness tugs at me most when I think about the Korean food that my parents make. Both my parents are excellent chefs and I have been spoiled with the best and most authentic Korean food you can find in the Philadelphia region (no contest)! Particularly, my mom specializes in foods that are high in demand for catering, so she actually just started her own catering company for things like kimbap and dumplings, which is fantastic for me, the taste-tester! My dad is also a chef, but he specializes in Japanese sushi. However, he is an awesome Korean chef in his own right. Although I grew up with minimal Korean influence, my parents were sure to keep my siblings and me close to the cuisine. For example, if I go to a Korean restaurant, I can order the most elaborate meal, but I may not be able to ask for it eloquently.
My presentation touched on different aspects, such as propriety, unique aspects, holiday and ceremonial foods, and the infamous staple, kimchi. I showed my mom and she was quite impressed with the detail put into it. She wasn't so thrilled a few of the pictures I took of her dishes however (she thought the lighting could have been better).
My sources are listed on the last slide of the Prezi. I used two websites primarily, and referenced my mom and the supermarket that I was able to take pictures from.
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