“Gwangjang GAON” The story of Korean cuisine originating from Singapore and reaching out to the world

Amidst the dazzling scenery of Jewel Changi Airport, where the Rain Vortex waterfall flows through a giant glass space, there is a small corner that makes people want to slow down. A warm space, sparkling with yellow lights, faintly smelling of fermented soy sauce and grilled meat. There, Gwangjang GAON, a newly launched Korean restaurant in Singapore, is writing the first chapter in the journey of bringing standard Seoul cuisine to the world.

A journey from Seoul to Singapore and when cuisine becomes heritage

Unlike popular Korean restaurant chains, Gwangjang GAON does not come to pander to trends, but to tell a story; The story of four generations preserving the original Korean flavor.

The brand was founded by professor Hyo Soon Park, who spent her life studying traditional cuisine and how it connects people. From the ancient Gwangjang Market in Seoul, the cradle of thousands of street foods, GAON grew up with family memories, the smell of kitchen smoke and laughter around the dining table.

And now, in the heart of Singapore city, Gwangjang GAON opens as a “miniature Seoul house”. A space not just to eat, but to enjoy and feel.

When cuisine becomes an art performance

Stepping through the glass door with the “GAON” symbol is the moment all the noise of the airport seems to stop. The space is designed with natural walnut wood, soft yellow light reflects on the table top, and the scent of roasted rice and grilled meat.

Every detail in the restaurant recounts the original Korean spirit:

• The walls are covered with light stalactites reminiscent of ancient Hanok tile roofs.
• Gentle music with the sound of gayageum mixed with modern jazz.
• The staff wears modern hanbok and serves with kindness and slowly as if you were a distinguished guest of a Seoul family.

That space creates a feeling of both solemnity and intimacy, where time seems to slow down so diners can fully enjoy every moment.

When each dish has its own soul

InGwangjang GAON, each dish has its own soul and is prepared like a taste ritual, where every little detail is calculated to strike perfect balance. The menu is built around the philosophy“Original cuisine”, respecting the natural flavor of the ingredients and spirit“slow cuisine”that the brand pursues.

The most prominent isGAON Galbi, premium beef ribs stewed for 24 hours in traditional soy sauce and then grilled with charcoal, the meat is so tender that it can be split at the tip of a chopstick, spreading a light smoky flavor and delicate natural sweetness.Bossamevokes the warm feeling of a family meal: slow-cooked pork bellymother-stockNourished every day, eaten with radish kimchi fermented for exactly 7 days creates a harmonious blend of fat, sour and spicy.

Meanwhile,ManduandJeon, two seemingly simple dishes that clearly demonstrate the spirit of Korean cuisine: elaborate, sophisticated and full of emotion. Hand-wrapped Mandu filled with meat, kimchi and chives, soft and warm like mother’s cooking; Jeon is fried until golden brown in fragrant sesame oil, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, leaving behind a rustic yet profound flavor.

All create a complete taste experience, where cuisine is not just food, but a journey to experience Korean culture and heritage in the heart of Singapore.

When eating becomes an emotional journey

What makes visitors love Gwangjang GAON is not just the food, but the way the restaurant turns cuisine into an experience.

The meal begins with a cup of warm roasted rice tea, with a gentle flavor. The staff introduces the dishes in a slow voice, recalling the origin of each recipe. When the main dish is brought out, the sizzling sound of meat hitting the pan, thin smoke rising as if painting a picture of scent.

Everything takes place with absolute respect for the diners, without any hustle and bustle. In that space, you can sit for hours, watching the Jewel lights reflect through the glass, hear the sound of water pouring from the Rain Vortex waterfall, and feel the Korean flavors telling stories with your own taste buds.

Cuisine is the way people touch each other without language.

And at Gwangjang GAON, you will clearly see it – in every scent that spreads, in the way the staff bows, in the gentle sound of chopsticks clinking on the warm wooden table.

If you are planning a trip to Singapore, make Gwangjang GAON a must-try culinary stop – where every dish is a story, every flavor is a memory, and every meal is an unforgettable emotional journey.

Not simply “eating Korean food”, but experiencing Korean culture in the heart of Singapore, where the spirit of hospitality, meticulousness and culinary art meet in every small detail.

Journey to bring Korean culinary heritage to Vietnam

After a successful mark in Singapore, Gwangjang GAON sees the next potential market as Vietnam, which has many similarities with the modern pace of life, cultural openness and love for exquisite cuisine like its homeland Korea. Vietnam is known as one of the F markets

It’s the ideal place for:

• The couple wanted a luxurious, romantic evening without being fussy.
• A group of young people who love food, looking for a “worth the money” experience during their travel journey.
• Families want to enjoy exquisite, safe and healthy food.

Gwangjang GAON restaurant information:

• Address:
• Opening hours: 11:00 – 22:00 every day

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