Discover French culinary expertise through live cooking demonstrations and tastings with Escoffier International South Korea at COEX Food Week Korea

As part of COEX Food Week Korea 2026, the French-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), in collaboration with Escoffier International South Korea and COEX, is organizing a French Gastronomy Master Class on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Celebrating 140 years of diplomatic relations between France and Korea and the 40th anniversary of the FKCCI, this event invites food enthusiasts and curious visitors to discover French culinary techniques, ingredients, and expertise.

Through two live cooking demonstrations, chefs from Escoffier International South Korea will showcase dishes combining French culinary traditions with familiar flavors. Participants will then enjoy a tasting, discover selected ingredients and partner products, and exchange with the chefs during a Q&A session.

Exclusive to FKCCI members. Only 15 places available, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is required.

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WHY JOIN?

• Discover French culinary expertise through two live cooking demonstrations by chefs from Escoffier International South Korea.
• Enjoy a tasting of the dishes and explore selected ingredients and partner products.
• Meet the chefs and ask questions about French cooking techniques.
• Celebrate Franco-Korean ties through a gastronomic experience marking 140 years of diplomatic relations and the FKCCI’s 40th anniversary.

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MEET THE CHEF

Dong Gi Kim | Executive Chef, Ilpan

Executive Chef at Ilpan in Cheongdam and former owner-chef of the French restaurant Dining Juyeon, Dong Gi Kim combines French culinary techniques with a contemporary approach to Korean fine dining. He has represented Korea at prestigious international competitions, including the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon, the IKA Culinary Olympics, the Global Chefs Challenge Asia, and the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg.

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AGENDA

10:30–11:00 AM | Registration & Guest Arrival

11:00–11:10 AM | Welcome & Introduction

11:10–11:40 AM | Live Cooking Demonstration 1
Pork Tenderloin Confit with Doenjang and Butter-Roasted Potatoes.

11:40 AM–12:10 PM | Live Cooking Demonstration 2
Roast Chicken Roulade and Ratatouille.

12:10–12:35 PM | Tasting & Partner Product Presentation

12:35–12:50 PM | Q&A & Closing Remarks

12:50–1:00 PM | Session Close & Departure

The program is tentative and subject to change.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

Date | Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM KST | Check-in from 10:30 AM
Venue |COEX, Hall C, Booth C0501, Smart Meal Service Cooking Show
Language | Korean only
Admission | Free of charge. Registration required, with limited seating.
Capacity | Approximately 15 participants, including invited guests and general visitors.

Register to discover French gastronomy and meet the chefs!

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CONTACT

Sunju MOON - Market Entry Lead Project Manager
E-mail: s.moon(@)fkcci.com

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