The Ritual of Miyeok-guk (미역국)
Main Piece: The following is transcribed from a conversation between me (LT) and my informant (GK). GK: Every year on your birthday, you eat the same thing, and it’s Seaweed Soup. The Korean name is Miyeok-guk (미역국), which literally translates to “seaweed soup.” LT: I’m assuming there’s something symbolic there, right? GK: You’re supposed to… Continue Reading »