Private Tour
Master Korean traditional cooking with a Kimchi chef
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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① Cooking and learning with Korean food consultant and Korean food chef Min Seon
② Exploring Korea's Largest Food Market ‘Gyeong dong market area’
③ Understanding Seasonal Kimchi
④ Learning Korean Banchans
⑤ Meet the world's food lovers
#Kimchimasterclass #Koreanhomecook
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
A maximum of 10 people per booking
A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
Vegan, Halal option also available.
Composed of 3 different menu items.
Guests over 14 years are charged adult price.
Up to one children per class can participate. (under 6 years old is not available for safety.)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Let’s cooking travel with a Kimchi chef Minseon! Hello 안녕하세요! I am a Korean food consultant Korean cookbook writer, chef instructor of the OME cooking lab. Let's cook Korean traditional food together! ▶INSTA @omecookinglab ▶Cookbook Home-style Korean Cooking with OME: The Five Tastes ▶Kimchi and Korean food expert Born in Seoul and raised in Seoul. I am an expert of kimchi and jang (Korean sauce) Master's degree: Korean traditional dietary lifestyle food. Doctor's degree: Department of Culinary Science and Food Service Management (2019~) My Korean cooking programs got the Seoul Tourism Grand Prize in 2021 and got an award from Korean Tourism Organization in 2016. I've traveled to over 30 countries and I taught many times in overseas. I learned that food is the best way to get to know a culture. Now, I would like to share Korean food and food culture with food lovers with warm hearts! ▶ Market tour with a chef: Start with the 'Gyeongdong market' area tour which is the biggest food ingredients market. (1 hour by walk, if you hard to walking please contact me first before your booking.) ▶ Cooking class: Cook seasonal Korean home-cooking dishes with Kimchi
Sample Menu
main
Menu is total 3 kinds of dishes including the main menu and side menu.
Mon-Tues bibimbap, Kimchi jeon, Seasonal soup Wed-Thurs Deonjang jjigae, Kimchi jeon, japchae Fri 2 kinds of Kimchi, Kimchi jeon, Bossam, Deonajng guk
dessert
Korean Dessert
Local seasonal Korean dessert
starter
Welcome tea and local dessert
local tea and dessert
What‘s Included
Group tour
Local guide
Lunch(Dinner) or Dessert (depending on selection and time)
Subway station pickup and drop-off
Options
(1PM)Korean Home Cooking
Menu: 4 kinds of food (The menu changes according to the seasonal ingredients.) 3 hours: local market tour + cooking class
Korean Kimchi Cooking Class
Menu: 3 kinds of Kimchi, steamed pork slice, soybean paste stew + 1 or 2 kinds of dishes3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunchDepart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 10am
Korean Home Cooking Class
Menu: Bulgogi, Korean stew(soybean paste stew or Kimchi jjigae),Seafood pancake + 1-2 kinds of food 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 10am
(2PM)Korean street food class
Menu: Gimbap, Tteok-bokki, Sundubu-jjigae(Soft tofu stew)+1or 2 kinds of seasonal menu, 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 2PM
Korean Dessert Class
Menu: Rice cake, Korean tea 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 10am
(2PM)Korean Home Cooking Class
Menu: Bulgogi, Korean stew(soybean paste stew or Kimchi jjigae),Seafood pancake + 1-2 kinds of food 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station at 2PM
(2PM)Korean Kimchi Cooking
Menu: 3 kinds of Kimchi, steamed pork slice, soybean paste stew + 1 or 2 kinds of dishes 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 2PM
Korean BIbimbap Cooking Class
Menu: Bibimbap, Bulgogi, bean sprout stew + 1-2 kinds of seasonal food (4-5kinds of food) 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 10am
10am-Korean Home Cooking Class
Korean Home Cooking Class : The menu changes according to the seasonal ingredients.
Samgyetang Cooking Class
Menu: Samgyetang(Chicken and ginseng soup), Kimchi, Korean pancake + 1 or 2 kinds of seasonal food 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 10am
(2PM)Samgyetang Cooking Class
Menu: Samgyetang(Chicken and ginseng soup), Kimchi, Korean pancake + 1 or 2 kinds of seasonal food 3 hours: local food market tour + cooking class + lunch Depart from Jegidong station exit 2 at 2pm
Korean street food class
The menu changes according to the seasonal ingredients.
Reviews
388 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
fantstic
teamsalt,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the market tour and cooking class at OME Cooking Lab for our family of four and it was one of the best experiences of our entire trip to Seoul. Our instructor Minseon started by taking us through the local market, walking us through all the ingredients and explaining their role in Korean cooking before we headed to the kitchen. The class itself was fantastic — we made gimbap, seaweed soup, bulgogi, and japchae, all from scratch. Everything was hands-on and well-paced. Our kids (ages 12 and 14) were completely engaged the whole time, and Minseon was incredibly patient with them, making sure everyone had a role and understood each step. The food turned out amazing, and we left feeling like we actually learned something we could recreate at home. This is the kind of authentic, personal experience we always seek out when traveling. Highly recommend for families — we’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Wonderful class in Seoul!
Verticgm,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This market tour and cooking class was truly the highlight of our trip to Seoul. Kim taught us traditional dishes and gave us information about Korean culture in a friendly and delightful class. The food we made was incredible.
Beautiful Korean Cooking Experience. Must Do! Highly Recommended!
I5101EBninag,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed scrolling around the different markets and learning all about the local and seasonal vegetables available during this time. The cooking class and menu offered were very interactive and something I feel I can actually try to make at home! The ingredients were fresh and our teacher was very knowledgeable, kind and patient. She was very passionate into teaching us the process, and made sure we all have an amazing, beautiful experience. Highly recommended! Thank you so much!
It was really fun. Please join us.
Quest31857527716,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the cooking experience using the ingredients I went around the market and shopped for! The teachers and staff were also very good and time passed very quickly. The food we used was also very good!
Amazing!!!
Q1229QAamyp,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was such an amazing experience! Minseon was so welcoming and friendly. I would 100% recommend this to everyone coming to Korea, the price is so cheap compared to the hours she spends teaching and sharing her knowledge with you. Definitely doing again next time I visit 🫶
A cultural experience
GlobaltravellerG,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great insight into traditional Korean food. Really enjoyed the market tour and cooking class ... the kimchee pancakes that we cooked tasted better than many we have bought. Great for singles, couples, and small groups of friends.
Splendid Food and Great Vibes!
jonprospero,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was very well-curated. You will learn a lot about Korean food and culture. I always welcome a history lesson and food, what a great way to connect with others. Only critique is I wish I knew more about the navigation apps as Google Maps will not tell you which exits exist near the train station! Thank you for the patience! Besides that, everything went very smoothly, and the group was great bunch. Learned a lot about the history of kimchi as well as other foods. The instructor was such an expert.
Lovely way to spend a...
Lopa G,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely way to spend a morning. Nice walk through the market, followed by a really tasty meal! The instructor was patient and taught the class week. Lovely setting too.
100% recommend
cpT1528HE,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the experience! From going to the market and buying the ingredients (and learning a bit of Korean history) to cooking, she was super knowledgeable. Would 100% recommend.
Great experience
P146XRelianam,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience! We had interesting insights about food but also general Korean culture! And we were guided step by step in preparing delicious food! Friendly atmosphere and professional explanation!
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