Gyeonggi-do to Hold First Gastronomy Program at Suwon Food Plaza on June 28

Gyeonggi-do is launching a program that combines a variety of content with culinary experiences.

The province announced on June 12 that it will host "Tasty Square," a cultural gastronomy program that links various content such as music, literature, and film with food, on the last Saturday of every month from June to November. The first event will take place at 3 p.m. on June 28 at the Food Plaza in Seodun-dong, Suwon.

The event will feature a range of themes, starting with "A Summer Table Where Melody Stays," followed by "A Slice of Sincerity on a Plate," "A Midsummer Night Flowing Like a Movie," "Gastronomic Landscapes Drawn on the Map," "A Bowl Filled with the Mood of Autumn," and "A Table Embracing Winter."

This first table is intended for about 25 parents in their 30s and 40s who need a break from parenting.

Gyeonggi-do Tasty Square Information Poster

Participants will enjoy a jazz commentary lecture along with tastings of Gyeonggi-do wines produced in Icheon, Ansan, Yangpyeong, and Hwaseong, canap?s made with potatoes from Pocheon, and Caprese skewers using cherry tomatoes from Hwaseong and basil from Gwangju, all featuring seasonal agricultural products from the province.

Residents who wish to participate can apply by scanning the QR code on the poster between 10 a.m. on June 16 and 6 p.m. on June 18. Participants will be selected through a random draw after eligibility is verified, and the results will be individually notified at 3 p.m. on June 20.

Lee Munmu, Director of Agricultural Policy for Gyeonggi-do, stated, "Food is increasingly becoming a cultural experience that enhances quality of life," and added, "I hope this program offers parents in their 30s and 40s, who are exhausted from parenting, a chance to relax and find some respite from their busy daily routines."

Gyeonggi-do Food Plaza is located at Gyeonggi Sangsang Campus in Seodun-dong, Suwon. It opened in October last year as a multipurpose space equipped with an event hall, studio, and shared kitchen, aiming to promote healthy eating habits among residents and raise awareness of local food.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.