Every Korean restaurants may it be in Korea or here in the Philippines, serves side dishes as already part of the locals' everyday lives and one notable side dish that everyone loves is kimchi. Passed from generations to generations, this iconic dish has been loved due to its distinct flavor and health benefits.
Main reason why, the Cultural Heritage Administration or CHA formally declares 'Kimchi damgeugi' or Kimchi making as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage Item. Being already recognized by UNESCO since 2013, CHA stated that Kimchi Damgeugi is a broader concept that embraces all types of kimchi made in different parts of Korea.
CHA also stated that kimchi symbolizes Korean's cooperative and camaraderie that still continues today and the valuable culture which has been passed down thru decades.
Kim Damgeugi is only part of the aspects of intangible culture that is declared by the Government of Korea in accordance to the law that aims to preserve its rich culture.
(Photo Credits: maangchi.com)
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