{"product_id":"hwang-ji-hyun-of-mannadang","title":"황지현 - 만나당 Hwang Ji-hyun of Mannadang","description":"\u003cp class=\"image-with-text__text image-with-text__text--caption subtitle subtitle--large subtitle\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndulgence of royals\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-with-text__text rte body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 60 years, Mannadang has handcrafted 한과 hangwa, including 약과 yakgwa, in the same tradition as was made for Kings and Queens of Joseon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan 황지현 Hwang Ji-hyun and his wife, 홍정화 Hong Jung-hwa, continue the legacy of Hwang Ji-hyun's father, 황문철 Hwang Moon-chul, who started Mannadang in 1963, and served his creations to the Blue House (President's residency), and celebrations and feasts of numerous public figures and celebrities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir craft descends from the last head of the Joseon royal kitchen, 한희순 Han Hui-sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now, we warmly share the heritage and experience with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYakgwa are made by layering the dough, to give a crisp texture, whilst the soaking in rice malt gives a softness to the centre, giving enjoyment of a variety of textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYakgwa were traditionally made as treats for special occasions and celebrations, stacked high atop tables to symbolise prosperity and bountifulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSought after in Korea by those who want the finest yakgwa, made in the same tradition as were in the royal palaces of old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now they can be enjoyed at your leisure for your enjoyment, and for sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are paired well with tea, coffee, or a glass of wine or liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo artificial preservatives or additives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade purely as was historically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease store in a cool place, away from sunlight.\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed within a week. If not, for the best experience, please freeze, then thaw naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome hardening can occur naturally. \u003cbr\u003ePlease warm in the oven at \u003cspan\u003e120°C \u003c\/span\u003efor 5 minutes, or microwave for 10 seconds, and let it cool back down for best experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome rice malt and oil may seep onto the packaging. This is fine to eat, and is a natural result of the way they are made.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jungdam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57486319550796,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/8614\/5612\/files\/2085584b32b006e7d77ca44e2fded6e1_8c11aa07-1d1d-4c43-bda7-d866f0771beb.png?v=1771337582","url":"https:\/\/jungdam.co.uk\/products\/hwang-ji-hyun-of-mannadang","provider":"Jungdam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}