Marriott's 'K-Gourmet Race' Crowns Seoul Namdaemun Chef Victorious in Culinary Showdown

Marriott International recently hosted a significant culinary competition, showcasing the innovative talents of chefs across its various brands. The event culminated in a final tasting round held at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul, where the team from Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun emerged victorious.

This competition comes at a time when the domestic hotel industry is intensely focused on developing unique food and beverage offerings beyond standard accommodation. The contest emphasized practical skills and the capabilities of on-site culinary professionals, drawing considerable attention from the industry.

The winning team impressed judges with their "Ankourt Hanbang Galbi Jjim," a dish that creatively fused the Western technique of baking meat in a pastry crust with traditional Korean braised short ribs. They also presented "Seoleon, Huyeop Manduguk," a dumpling soup. Their creations were praised not only for their technical innovation but also for their successful pairing with Scotch whisky.

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We were thrilled to win.