Korean Chunky Puzzle

Description

Lucky we live Hawai‘i, where the yummiest cuisines from across the Pacific Rim come to mix and mingle. The Local Favorites wooden puzzle collection pays tribute to ethnic cuisines that have become beloved fixtures here in the islands.

Koreans emigrated to Hawai‘i in several waves throughout the 20th century, bringing with them the irresistible tastes of their homeland like kimchi and kalbi. Honolulu’s Korean dining scene thrives in the Ke‘eaumoku area, and the popular “Korean BBQ Mixed Plate,” a fusion of classic Korean dishes and local touches like macaroni salad, is found all across the Aloha State. It’s mashisoyo, delicious!

In Ajumma’s (Auntie’s) Kitchen, keiki can explore some of the most loved Korean dishes and snacks:

• Bibimbap – rice topped with sautéed and fermented vegetables and a fried egg
• Kalbi – barbecued short ribs
• Kimchi – spicy, fermented cabbage
• Mandoo – dumplings
• Gamja jorim – sweet shoyu-glazed potatoes, a classic banchan
• Sweet yogurt, banana milk, and melon ice cream bar

Features

• Chunky wooden puzzle featuring popular Korean foods
• Encourages imaginative play and cultural learning
• Art by Hawai‘i-based illustrator Nikki Oka
• Measures approximately 11.5 x 8.5 inches with 0.5 inch thickness
• Made from wood sourced from responsibly managed forests
• Third-party tested to meet or exceed all applicable safety standards
• Designed in Hawai‘i, made in China
• Shipping: Rates may vary as this item ships with Aloha from Hawai‘i 

Why We Love It

We love this because it celebrates Hawai‘i’s Korean community and the flavors that have become part of our island story, inviting keiki to explore culture through food and play.