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Seoul street food tour at Mangwon market with a chef

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Family Friendly
Vegetarian friendly
English, Spanish
Cooking studio
Cooking demonstration
professional cook
Food Tour
1.5 - 2 hours
Min 2, max 16 guests
Start times: 9:30am
Join Chef Na Young for an unforgettable Seoul street food adventure at Mangwon Market, a bustling hub with over 40 years of history. Located in Mapo-gu, Mangwon Market is a vibrant, traditional farmers’ market where locals shop for fresh produce, affordable groceries, and authentic Korean street food. Just a few minutes' walk from Mangwon subway station, this covered market is lined with cooked food vendors. Take a leisurely stroll through the bustling market, stopping to sample street food along the way. The market is a true reflection of Seoul’s culinary culture, offering a perfect glimpse into daily life in the city.

As a local and professional chef, Na Young will take you on a 2-hour guided food tour in Seoul to try iconic street foods from Mangwon Market and visit her favorite vendors. Expect a fun, relaxed walk through the vibrant market, with plenty of opportunities to interact with local vendors and immerse yourself in Seoul's culinary scene. On the tour, you will try a mix of savory treats like fried chicken, fish cakes, spicy tteokbokki, and stuffed peppers, paired with refreshing traditional makgeolli (Korean rice wine), and end on a sweet note with Korean doughnuts. Whether you're a food lover or a curious traveler, this experience promises a flavorful and memorable morning in Seoul—enjoy great food and gain insights about the culture and history.

Come hungry, come curious, and let’s explore the flavors of Seoul together! Book this street food tour to experience Seoul like a local, taste iconic Korean street foods, and discover the city’s rich culinary culture with a professional chef as your guide.
Notes
Na young offers both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options. If you have dietary restrictions, please inform her in advance, while booking your Seoul food tour online.

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.

  • Sampling of 4-5 Korean street foods at the local market:
  • Fried chicken (you can choose one from different flavors)
  • Busan odeng (fish cake)
  • Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) or Assortment of deep fried vegetables
  • Gochujun (Korean stuffed pan-fried peppers, stuffed with ground pork or beef)
  • Kkwabaegi (twisted Korean doughnuts)
  • Makgeolli (traditional Korean rice liquor)

More about Na Young (food tour)

Na Young is a Korean-Bolivian culinary expert offering immersive street food tours in Mangwon Market, where travelers can discover the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine. With a passion for cooking that began in her childhood, Na Young earned a degree in gastronomy from Le Cordon Bleu-Peru and has spent over a decade working as a professional chef globally. After moving to South Korea in 2021 to study Korean culture, language, and gastronomy, she now runs a catering business and serves at food festivals and embassies in Seoul. Recently, Na Young opened a Latin cuisine restaurant in Hongdae, blending her multicultural roots with her love for sharing food with the world.

What others are saying

Nov 15, 2025
"What an excellent way to be immersed in the culture and history of Korean society. Chef Kim was delightful. She answered all my questions with thoughtful consideration and went further into detail regarding seasonal variance and supply lines, including modern and traditional considerations. Strolling through this very local food market, tasting the delights of Korean food, seeing the fresh ingredients as well as traditional staples was really enjoyable. Big thank you to Chef Kim."
Gerald

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  • No worries booking: free cancellation within 24 hours of booking.
  • Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before your experience for a full refund minus service fees.
  • If your experience is cancelled within 48 hours of your experience, no refund is provided.

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