Community café SOCIAL is unveiling ‘Kore-yeah’, a one of its kind, immersive month-long Korean festival. An industry first initiative, the festival aims to celebrate the rich culture of Korea, giving SOCIALites across 53 pincodes a glimpse of the energy, the vibe, and the wave that has taken over the entire world.
The ‘Kore-yeah’ festival features a special menu (K-Food), themed beverages (K-Drinks), and a variety of culturally enriching activities, including K-Pop karaoke and Korean workshops.
Throughout July, SOCIAL is offering engaging experiences such as Kimchi making workshops, K- Pop dance classes, chow-down challenges, and pop-up markets. With Korean culture’s growing popularity among India’s youth, this festival transforms SOCIAL into vibrant hubs for K-Culture fans, offering an authentic Korean lifestyle experience.
The food menu has been curated by Chef Yen Valavalkar and Chef Soonye Choi of Sattori Food Lab, alongside Chef Shamsul Wahid, Group Executive Chef, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
The menu has been created using Korean ingredients such as Korean rice cakes, kim (seaweed), kimchi, Gochujang sauce, the ever-popular Soju and much more. The K- Food comes with a range of small plates, Tteokbokki, Bibimbap, fried chicken, and much more.
Furthermore, SOCIAL has collaborated with Nestlé MAGGI® Korean Noodles to develop a range of ramen bowls. SOCIAL has also crafted special K-Drinks for the festival inspired by Korea, such as Soju Kimchi Highball, Somaek, The Atypical Sangria, and Hallyu Litchi Boba, among others.
SOCIAL has curated this experience in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to bring the vibrant and dynamic essence of Korean culture to its outlets. To recreate the Korean lifestyle, SOCIAL has partnered with Universal Music Group India, to bring the best of K-Pop Jams and experiences, and WinterBear, the one-stop destination for official merchandise in India, and similar other brands.
Divya Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. shares her thoughts on the latest festival, “At SOCIAL, we’re always seeking innovative ways to bring unique and engaging experiences to our guests. The ‘Kore-yeah’ festival is a testament to our commitment to celebrating pop-culture and creating immersive environments that resonate with our community.
“By partnering with renowned chefs and leading brands, we’ve curated an authentic Korean experience that goes beyond food and drink. This festival allows our guests to dive into the vibrant world of Korean culture, right in their neighbourhood café,” Aggarwal added.
Chef Yen and Chef Soonye Choi of Sattori Food Lab share their thoughts on this exciting experience, “We are proud to associate with SOCIAL for the Korean festival as it is India’s favourite neighbourhood café, where connections and communities flourish. Now we are bringing the savoury delights from South Korea where consumers can experience a symphony of flavours and culture of Korea.
“Whether it’s the bold and spicy Choi’s kimchi ramen or the succulent Korean Fried Chicken glazed in the signature gochujang sauce, every dish promises to transport guests to the bustling streets of Korea. Complementing the experience are meticulously crafted cocktails and mocktails, adding an extra layer of energy and excitement,” they added.
‘Kore-Yeah’ is an invitation to explore, savour, and celebrate the richness of Korean culture in a fun and interactive setting. Guests can now experience the Korean Pop-Up at SOCIAL outlets from 1st July till 31st July, 2024, onwards and for online delivery through DotPe, Swiggy and Zomato.
