Korean Temple Food Meditation with Venerable Jeong Kwan
In partnership with Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism
Take a step inside to Korean Temple Food with Venerable Jeong Kwan.
Get to learn the culinary philosophy and the mindfulness of Temple Food and have a sneak peek at her new recipe book!
Event Details
- Date: 1 November 2025, 2pm
- Venue: Korean Cultural Centre UK
- Price: Free
- Booking Essential
Venerable Jeong Kwan
Abbess of Cheonjinam Hermitage, Baekyangsa Temple
Known worldwide as the "philosopher chef" Ven. Jeong Kwan is the abbess of Cheonjinam Hermitage at Baekyangsa Temple in Jangseong, South Jeolla Province, and a master chef of Korean temple food designated by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.
Featured in Season 3 of the Netflix series Chef's Table, she has introduced Korean temple food all over the world. Also selected as an award recipient in the Asian category in Global Icon Awards 2022, she has made a great contribution in propagating Korean Buddhist culture, as well as temple food.
“Food is never just food—it is made with plants using sunshine, wind, and water, which means all ingredients are a part of nature. So are humans, as we share the air and space with everyone and everything else. We must learn to respect nature as a way to reciprocate and appreciate with gratitude. It is our duty to take greed out of our intentions and take what we need and waste less.” -Ven. Jeongkwan
