65: Brunch and Banchan: Bridging Korean and Southern Flavors with Cynthia Christensen

What happens when Korean flavors meet Southern comfort food? Our guest Cynthia Christensen of But First We Brunch knows exactly how magical this combination can be.

Growing up in a household where kimchi shared fridge space with cornbread, Cynthia learned early on that the best meals happen when different food traditions come together. We talk about growing up between two rich food cultures, how to introduce Korean ingredients into your everyday cooking, and why brunch became her culinary calling.

Cynthia shares practical advice for anyone curious about Korean cooking, plus her thoughts on adapting family recipes for modern kitchens. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/65.

Resources
Keep exploring and learning with these resources mentioned in the episode:

• Visit Storied.com or use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.
• But First We Brunch Website
• Instagram @butfirst_webrunch  
• Keum Ho Garden Korean BBQ in Edison, NJ
• Kitchen scissors
• White Lily self-rising flour
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• Braised Korean Short Ribs
• Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
• Quick and Easy Rough Puff Pastry
• Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits
• Melt-in-Your-Mouth Buttermilk Chocolate Cookies

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
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• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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