Opened in summer 2018, Chulwha—the flower of iron—is refining the traditional Korean grill experience. Using artisanal iron griddles, Chulwha’s chefs cook “nature-to-table” dishes in front of guests, serving seasonal—and often rare—ingredients. With only glimpses through wooden slats to a small landscaped garden outside, the interior is dark and atmospheric, and features heavy iron fittings and specially commissioned tableware from local artisans. Hidden away in Gangnam-gu, Chulwha is more a private dining room than a restaurant; dinner is reservation-only for a maximum of 10 guests. Chulwha 3F, 8, Eonju-ro 149-gil Gangnam-gu Seoul South Korea TwitterFacebookPinterest Related Stories Food Issue 50 Sopa de Pan A Lil’ Deb’s Oasis recipe. Food Issue 40 Chow Mein & Jello An ode to the buffet. Food Issue 35 Modern Fancy The humble origins of high-end food. Arts & Culture Food Issue 34 Last Supper What to eat at a funeral. Food Sanchez A taste of Mexico in Denmark. Food Issue 29 Pep Talk Does pepper deserve its seat at the table?
