S. Korea 'temple cuisine' feeds body and soul
- Published: 2 Feb 2013 at 21.44
- Online news: Asia
A centuries-old tradition of Buddhist cuisine, with strict bars on foods linked to lust or anger, is enjoying a revival in South Korea, one of Asia's most high-stress societies.
Jeokmun teaches his techniques to students at his Sudoksa temple in Pyeongtaek City. A centuries-old tradition of Buddhist cuisine, with strict bars on foods linked to lust or anger, is enjoying a revival in South Korea, one of Asia's most high-stress societies.
"Temple food," as it is generally known, is moving out of the temples and monasteries and into mainstream restaurant culture, attracting a loyal following for its deceptive simplicity and health-giving properties.
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