About Korea Primer

Korea Primer explains Korea to Americans who are curious about it: the food at a Korean grocery store, the customs behind a K-drama scene, the holidays a Korean friend's family celebrates. We assume no background knowledge. When a Korean word matters, we give it in Hangul, spell it out in English letters, and explain it.

Who makes it

Korea Primer is edited by a Korean-born editor who lives in metro Atlanta, close to the area's Korean grocery stores and restaurants. Guides are researched and drafted with the help of AI tools. The editor reviews each guide for factual accuracy, checks its sources, and adds relevant cultural context where appropriate.

When a guide includes the editor's own observations or photos, it says so. We do not describe visits, tastings, or conversations that did not happen. More on this in how we write.

What we cover

Korea Primer covers Korea broadly. Our first guides cover Korean food, everyday culture, and common Korean expressions, and we will expand the site's main sections as more guides become available. Every published guide is listed on the All guides page.

Who publishes it

Korea Primer is a publication of JK Tech Solutions LLC, a Georgia limited liability company.

Questions or corrections are welcome on our contact page.