Bites & Bonds: Korean Sweet Making & Local Dinner Meetup

🌸 Have you ever tasted a Korean dessert that looks like a plum blossom?

In this hands-on class, you’ll make maejakgwa (매작과 梅雀菓) — a crispy,

flower-shaped Korean sweet with deep cultural roots and modern charm.

Maejakgwa is a traditional Korean tea confection that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty, once enjoyed by aristocrats and noble families.

Made with ginger, cinnamon, and sugar, this crispy and sweet treat was part of Korea’s elegant dessert culture.

In this workshop, you’ll not only learn how to make this beautiful dessert, but also hear the local story behind it — especially why we chose it in Galmae, a neighborhood whose name is said to come from mountains shaped like kudzu and plum blossoms.

After baking, we’ll gather for a light dinner and tea, sharing stories and conversations with local residents in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

👩‍🍳 Your Instructor – Lee Eun-seon (이은선)

Your class will be led by Lee Eun-seon, owner of Sugar Lump Cafe in Galmae.

With over 5 years of experience in baking and dessert classes, she specializes in developing locally inspired Korean treats, blending traditional recipes with modern creativity.

✨ Program Flow

1. Welcome & Introduction (15 min)
2. Story of Galmae & Maejakgwa (10 min)
3. Maejakgwa Making Experience (90 min)
4. Tea & Light Dinner Socialing (60 min)

💡 What You'll Do

– Hear stories of the local neighborhood and Korea’s traditional desserts.
– Make maejakgwa (梅雀菓) by hand
– Share tea and food with local Korean participants
– Enjoy cozy conversations and cultural exchange
– Take home your own handmade treats!

🌿 Who Should Join?
– Anyone curious about Korean traditional culture
– Those who love handmade crafts and cozy gatherings
– Visitors or residents looking to connect with local people

📍 Event Info

📅 Saturday, June 21, 2025
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Sugar Lump Café, 1F, 58 Galmae Jungang-ro 55 beon-gil, Guri (경기도 구리시 갈매중앙로55번길 58, 1층 슈가럼프)
🚉 5-minute walk from Galmae Station 갈매역 (Gyeongchun Line)
🚌 Direct Bus from Jamsil Station 잠실역 (Transfer Center) Bus 1680 or G1690 → 20 min ride
🚗 Pickup available from Byeollae Station 별내역 (Line 8)

⚠️ Only 10 spots available! – RSVP now !

🎟 Cooking Class & Material cost are FREE

💸 20,000 KRW / 17 USD

(for dinner & drinks)

💳 Payment Info

KRW (Korean Won) – ₩20,000
Bank Name: KB Kookmin Bank (국민은행)
Account Number: 097-21-0620-661
Account Holder: 윤정희(Yoon Junghee)

USD (PayPal) – $17

Pay via: www.paypal.me/RuntheK

💬 Please complete your payment to confirm your spot. Limited to 10 guests only.