Did you know the best time of the year to make kimchi is winter? Learn how to prepare ingredients, experiment with flavor variations, and gain insights into the fermentation process with Second Shift Resident Artist Dahn Gim. 

Location: Second Shift Studio, 1128 Payne Ave.

Time: 1 pm

Duration of Workshop: 2 - 2.5 hrs 

What to bring: All the materials required for preparing the kimchi will be provided. We recommend participants bring an apron and their container to take their kimchi home with them. Additionally, bringing a cutting board and/or knife is helpful as we have limited quantity. 

This workshop is an extension of the ongoing exhibition, Sonmat (손맛), curated by Dahn Gim. As the term 손맛 suggests, the Second Shift community will be introduced to works by participating artists in the show, and each piece prompts reflection on care—specifically, in the role of caregiver and care receiver. This resonates with the idea that fermentation is an intentional act of care, connecting the art of kimchi-making to a broader exploration of nurturing and preserving traditions. 

At the end of the workshop, you will get to share and taste your kimchi with Korean pancakes and a hot bowl of rice. Bring your own container/jar to take home your own kimchi, continuing the fermentation process to achieve your preferred taste!