Though still in his early 30s, chef Min Goo Kang has already built up an impressive résumé beyond Korea. After becoming the youngest head chef at Nobu Bahamas (part of renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s empire), Kang returned to his homeland.

Kang’s cuisine reflects his sense of duty for bringing his international experience to the table. At the one-Michelin-Starred restaurant, Mingles, which he opened in Cheongdam, Seoul, chef Min Goo Kang showcases courses of dishes that are based on Korean cuisine but harmonized with styles of food from other cultures. Mingles takes its name from the English word ‘mingle’–a word which perfectly highlights the characteristics of Chef Kang’s dishes.