Gokseong Governor Josangrae Jo Joins Namdo Gourmet Expo "Relay Support" Challenge

"Please Show Interest and Participate in the Simcheong Children's Grand Festival"

Josangrae, former governor of Gokseong County, Jeonnam, participated in the "Relay Support Challenge" wishing for the success of the "2025 Namdo International Gourmet Industry Expo" on the 22nd. Provided by Gokseong County

Josangrae, governor of Gokseong County in Jeonnam, joined the "Relay Support Challenge" on the 22nd, wishing for the success of the "2025 Namdo International Gourmet Industry Expo."

This challenge is a campaign initiated by Kim Youngrok, governor of Jeonnam Province, and was established to widely spread the expo's key vision, aiming to globalize Namdo's gourmet culture and advance the regional food industry.

Governor Jo participated in the challenge after being nominated by Lee Sangik, governor of Hampyeong County, and in turn nominated Kim Soonho, governor of Gurye County, as the next participant, reaffirming his commitment to fostering the gourmet industry in Jeonnam. Governor Jo's participation goes beyond simple support, serving as an opportunity to promote the region's culinary competitiveness by utilizing its abundant local specialties.

Previously, during the expo, Gokseong County received positive reviews by presenting creative menus featuring the county's renowned Samgi corn and Gokseong melon at the city and county signature food exhibition and contest. In particular, Meloni Walnut and Heukchalok Cream Walnut, which were developed through the "K-Food Food Development and Start-up/Employment Training Program," showcased the potential of Gokseong's agricultural products. Additionally, dishes such as Deulkkae Leaf Bibim Makguksu and Heukdwaeji Deulkkae Leaf Boiled Pork, made with Seokgok black pork, captured visitors' attention by conveying the rich flavors of Namdo cuisine.

Governor Jo stated, "I sincerely wish for the successful hosting of the Namdo International Gourmet Industry Expo, which promotes the taste and charm of Namdo," and added, "I also ask for your interest and participation in the '25th Simcheong Children's Grand Festival,' which will be held at the Seomjingang Train Village from the 23rd to the 26th."

Meanwhile, the "Namdo International Gourmet Industry Expo" is being held across Mokpo City until the 26th, aiming to widely promote Namdo's food culture and agricultural specialties and strengthen the competitiveness of the gourmet industry.

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