Some journalists and creators participated in the preparation of traditional Korean fermented cabbage
dish ‘Baechu Kimchi’, to mark the 2024 Kimchi week on Friday in Abuja.
The Kimchi event, which was organised by the Korean Cultural Centre in Nigeria is always observed
every Nov.22 . Kimchi is a broad term used to define fermented vegetable dish, which originated from
Korea and there are over 100 variations of Kimchi.
Kimchi stands as a symbol of identity for the Korean people, which has become an internally recognized
health food. Kimchi is also recognized from the Italy-based Alimentarius commission, Roma
commission under the United Nations food and Agricultural Organisation in 2006. It is selected in 2006,
as one of the world’s five healthiest food by the U.S.A magazine health.
Baechu- Kimchi is a traditional Korea fermented cabbage dishes seasoned with spicy chili flakes, garlic,
ginger and fish sauce, creating a tangy umami-rich side that complements any meal. According to the
organisers, the event aims at making Nigerians to have experience not just in Kimchi, but also the
culture of Kimchi, which is called ‘Kimjang’.
According to the participants, KCCN has not only provided a platform for them to acquire the knowledge
of Kimchi and its culture, but also helped them to explore their hidden talents as regards Korean Kimchi.

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