Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo’s Final Step: "Gastronomes' Week" Begins

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The 2025 Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo will conclude with a flourish from October 21 to 26, under the theme of "Gastronomes' Week," featuring innovative content and immersive programs.

During this period, a variety of hands-on programs will be held, allowing visitors to experience the diversity and future potential of Namdo gastronomy through creative dishes by young chefs who reinterpret Namdo ingredients in a modern way.

At the Gastronomy Event Zone, young chefs who advanced through preliminary competitions and expert consulting will present creative Namdo cuisine. Dishes such as "Yeosu Samhap Pizza," "Chestnut Pumpkin Gnocchi," and "Gochujang Bulgogi Lasagna" reinterpret Namdo’s signature ingredients in a contemporary style, showcasing the unique and sophisticated charm of K-food with the flair and ideas of young chefs added to traditional Namdo flavors.

Under the theme "Everything for Chefs," a wide array of products such as kitchen appliances, eco-friendly kitchenware, and everyday ceramics will be displayed in one place, creating a space where both gastronomy industry professionals and general visitors can find inspiration.

At the Mokpo Gastronomy Culture Gallery Haegwan 1897, Chef Nishimura, the first to receive a Michelin star in the fusion category in Fukuoka, Japan, will host the "World Gastronomy Party" program. This special event will showcase the global potential of Namdo ingredients, and participants will be able to directly experience the chef’s unique culinary philosophy through demonstrations, lectures, and talks.

For children and family visitors, the popular "Namdo Gastronomy Cooking Experience" and "Youth Taste Experience Class" will provide meaningful opportunities to learn and experience the depth of traditional Namdo cuisine firsthand. In particular, the Taste Experience Class is organized by themes such as "Rice as the Staple of Koreans," "Salt and Seaweed," and "Soybeans and Fermented Paste Experience," enhancing its educational value.

The "Namdo Signature Restaurant Gastronomy Road," featuring small business owners, has further improved visitor convenience in the fourth week by adding dessert menus (such as souffl? and pretzel), expanding alcoholic beverage sales at each booth, and offering a 4,000 won discount coupon.

Hong Yanghyun, Secretary General of the Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo, stated, "'Gastronomes' Week' is a comprehensive stage for Namdo gastronomy, created together by future chefs, traditional masters, industry professionals, and visitors," adding, "We hope you will experience the true taste and value of Namdo until the very end."

The 2025 Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo will continue in full swing at the Mokpo Culture and Arts Center and surrounding venues until October 26. For more details, please visit the official website of the Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo.

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