Cooking & Entertaining

A Day in Seoul: A Korean cookbook

The best of Korean cuisine and culture, from a.m. to p.m.

A Day in Seoul is a culinary journey through one of the world’s most vibrant cities, featuring seventy recipes that capture the flavor and personality of South Korea’s capital.

Seoul is a city that’s bursting at the seams with incredible food and people who love to eat it. Experience Korean staples like kimchi, bibimbap, and bulgogi along with contemporary dishes that reflect the modern face of this dynamic city.

Armchair travel through the streets of Hongdae, Myeong-dong, and Seongsu-dong through beautiful location photography and delicious Seoul-inspired recipes.

About The Author

Julian Kim is a respected foodie and Seoul’s foremost Korean food tour guide. After living in some of the world’s best food cities for over a decade, Julian has lead over 900 food tours in South Korea, he has graced TV screens and connected with 2,000 people globally since founding Seoul Cooking Club in 2019. Recognized as one of the best food tour guides in Korea, Julian has tread over 6,000 miles on foot, guiding visitors through the vibrant streets of Seoul and unraveling cultural secrets behind the country's diverse dishes. Julian is propelled by a passion for sharing Korean culture and food around the world, where he believes that each dish narrates a story and every bite becomes a passport to Korean culture.

  • Publish Date: May 12, 2026
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Category: Cooking - Regional & Cultural - Korean
  • Publisher: Smith Street Books
  • Trim Size: 6-5/7 x 9
  • Pages: 208
  • US Price: $29.95
  • CDN Price: $40.00
  • ISBN: 978-1-923239-86-9

Reviews

"As someone who spent my early 20s living in Seoul, I was eager to pick up Julien Kim’s A Day In Seoul to bring me back. Kim’s book hits on the way Seoulites eat: casually, communally, and most importantly, out. Rooted in street food, everyday eateries, and food stalls, A Day In Seoul translates dishes people ordinarily order out into approachable recipes you can make at home. One that immediately caught my eye was Gilgeori Toast, a cabbage and egg omelet folded between two pieces of toast, Korea’s equivalent to NYC’s bacon, egg, and cheese. I have visceral memories of strolling home after long evenings and stopping at these toast stands for a late-night snack to stave off any morning hangover (wishful thinking). Kim’s version tasted just like how I remember, complete with a dusting of sugar and a squeeze of ketchup." —June Kim, executive editor for bon appétit