Korea Cooking Class with 3 star Michelin Chef

Our cooking class with Michelin-starred chef Kim Sungjin was an absolutely wonderful experience! 🤩 The class was interesting, exciting and so much fun from beginning to end. We learned a lot about Korean cuisine and professional cooking techniques while enjoying a very warm and relaxed atmosphere. The organizers put so much care into every detail. Chef Kim Sungjin and his friend James, who was also our photographer, were incredibly kind, attentive and always ready to explain everything or help us whenever we needed it. We felt very comfortable and supported throughout the entire class 🫶 A special thank you to James for the photographs – they turned out absolutely incredible! They are beautiful, lively and full of genuine emotions. These pictures will be a wonderful memory of our time in Seoul. We are sincerely grateful to Kim Sungjin and James for their hospitality, professionalism and the unforgettable atmosphere they created. It has definitely been one of the brightest highlights of our trip so far, and we would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Seoul! ✨

Very nice and pleasant experience! Both James and the Chef were very kind and welcoming. The small group with whom the evening took place allowed for a relaxed and shared atmosphere. The chef's professionalism is indisputable, and it was pleasant to receive guidance and tips on Korean cuisine... while sharing a few recipe exchanges on Italian cuisine! 😀 I recommend the experience for doing something different during your trip to Seoul! Valentina

It was a great experience and a small group experience. Very knowledgeable.

•1H 2026: 5/5 (Excellent). We had the most excellent evening with Sangbong (James) and Seongjin (Chef) who made our cooking experience a unique part of our Seoul visit. Their attention to detail and friendliness made us feel at home, not to mention the conducive and well-maintained kitchen and dining setup. I highly recommend any visitors to drop James a message and hear his advice on how to make their trip a special one, as he's an experienced guide too.

James and Seongjin were absolutely amazing! During our Harvard Asia meet-up in Seoul, I suggested this cooking experience to my classmates, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. We are a group of Harvard Graduate Students from the International Education Policy and Management program, studying online as a global cohort. This was our very first in-person meet-up, and we couldn’t have chosen a better activity. When we arrived at Songpanaru Station, we were warmly welcomed by James. He was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and engaging and he was always smiling and making sure everyone felt comfortable and included. When we arrived at the kitchen, the space was spacious, cozy, and very homey. It very much like an open space for everyone to relax and have fun. Chef Seongjin also greeted us when we arrived, and although he primarily spoke Korean, James did an excellent job translating everything clearly and seamlessly. Before we began cooking, they explained the dishes we would be preparing. Chef Seongjin first demonstrated each dish in detail and shared the history and cultural background behind the meals, which added so much depth to the experience. You don't often get a historical lesson when cooking, so this was an added bonus. We then split into groups and began cooking as a group we roled played as if we were competing in a cooking show. The class was very hands-on, allowing us to immediately apply what we learned. As graduate students pursuing a Master’s in Education, we all agreed that learning is most meaningful when it is experiential, and James and Seongjin truly embodied this approach. We felt their passion as instructors. After cooking, we shared our meal together, and we were discussion how this activity became one of the most memorable parts of our Asia meet-up. Eating together, we created a space for connection and conversation, and we found out James also spoke Chinese. My classmates were shocked and they ended up having a conversationin Chinese with him as well. Additionally, since our cohort is fully online, this was a rare and special opportunity to bond in person. Our group included classmates from the Philippines, Singapore, Guam, Vietnam, South Korea, and China, and we loved exchanging stories and perspectives with our hosts. We all agreed that this cooking class was one of the highlights of our Asia meet-up and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Korea. A couple of our friends were already planning a trip to Korea and we planned to recommend this activity to them. The price is also very reasonable and often, many similar experiences easily cost over $100. During our conversation, we as Harvard students even suggested an additional innovative idea by pairing the cooking class with a guided market visit led by the chef. This would allow participants to learn how to select ingredients and understand what to buy or not buy from a professional chef’s perspective. This would be an especially valuable experience for passionate or aspiring cooks. Overall, we highly recommend this activity. Don’t miss out! Honestly, it’s only offered once per week, and you definitely won’t regret it. And as a fun bonus, our female classmates couldn’t help but mention that both James and Seongjin are very much eye candy .

An unforgettable day in Seoul – cooking with James, Jacob & Seongjin was more than just a class, it was like spending time with close friends. They were funny, kind, and incredibly talented, guiding us step by step through delicious recipes while keeping the mood light and full of laughter. The food was absolutely mouthwatering!

A unique experience! James and the Chef made us live a wonderful evening making us discover the culture of Korean cuisine! A stopover if you are in Seoul, alone or with friends you will not regret this 3 Michelin star experience!

This was an awesome experience to go on. The class is conducted in English or with translation from Korean to English via the host. It started out with a background with some history on Korean cooking and culture and then it was time to cook. Everything for the class is supplied for you. All the recipes were pretty straightforward and easy enough for even beginners to do. You are also not alone so you will have plenty of help from the instructors and your fellow attendees. Best of all you get to eat what you and others cook. The class ends with you being able to talk and get to know others. I hope to replicate what I learned from the class later on back at home.

The chef is very professional and the rest of the staff are nice and friendly it was an amazing experience if you the chance don’t miss this opportunity to learn Korean cooking, you won’t regret it ❤️

It was a great experience they are very professional. Made me feel warm and welcome, if you have the opportunity take a class with him , you won’t regret it