Did you know you can also enjoy delicious porridge in the United States? Bonjuk, a renowned brand in Korea, has opened stores across the US. For those unable to visit in person, Bonjuk meal kits are available for purchase online.
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1. What is Bonjuk?
The Revolution of Korean Porridge Culture
Bonjuk is a porridge specialty franchise brand from Korea. Founded in 2002, it has reinterpreted the traditional Korean porridge culture with a modern flair, offering a wide array of porridge dishes.
Traditionally, porridge was considered a food for the sick. However, Bonjuk has successfully repositioned it as a healthy and delicious option for everyday dining, moving beyond its conventional image.
The concept of branding porridge received acclaim post-establishment, and the company has seen explosive growth, buoyed by the rising popularity of slow food and wellness trends.
2. Menu
Exploring Bonjuk’s Menu
Contrary to the common belief of limited porridge variety, Bonjuk boasts a diverse menu divided into five distinct categories nourishing porridge, nutritious porridge, specialty porridge, traditional porridge, and premium porridge.
Their menu includes a wide range of ingredients, featuring options like abalone porridge, chicken ginseng porridge, and mushroom porridge, among others. Additionally, they offer seasonal menus that are released periodically, further expanding their variety.
Bonjuk operates hundreds of stores across Korea and is also expanding internationally, demonstrating the global appeal of its comprehensive and versatile porridge menu. This extensive selection not only caters to various dietary preferences and needs but also showcases the versatility of porridge as a dish, contributing to its popularity both domestically and abroad.
3. Restaurant Locations
Finding Bonjuk in the USA
Bonjuk has established itself in the United States as a provider of healthy “well-being slow food.” The first Bonjuk store in the U.S. opened its doors in New York on November 3, 2006, and, due to high consumer trust, expanded with a New Jersey location in 2011, solidifying its presence in the Eastern U.S.
For those interested in visiting Bonjuk in the Eastern U.S., here are the addresses:
New Jersey Bonjuk: 1645 Palisade Ave, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
New York Bonjuk: 153-02 Northern Blvd, Queens, NY 11354
In addition to the East Coast, Bonjuk operates in the Central and Western United States. Residents of these areas can easily find the nearest location by searching ‘Bonjuk near me’ on Google.
For those unable to visit a store due to distance, Bonjuk offers meal kits similar to their in-store offerings. These meal kits are available for purchase on Amazon in the U.S., allowing customers to enjoy Bonjuk’s porridge from the comfort of their homes.
4. Reviews
Tasting Bonjuk at Home
I ordered Bonjuk’s Octopus & Kimchi Porridge from Amazon in the US, a personal favorite of mine.
The cooking instructions were simple: you can either heat it in the microwave or warm the sealed pouch in boiling water. It seems convenient and easy, especially for those who are short on time or for office workers.
Of course, I anticipated that the taste would be different from eating at a Bonjuk restaurant, and indeed, the flavor was somewhat lacking compared to dining in.
Despite the taste not being as rich, the convenience of being able to enjoy Bonjuk porridge without visiting a store is still appreciated.
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