Join us for the 2025 Holiday Buffet ! Reservations Now Available December 25, 2025 (Thursday) between 11 AM and 12 PM, December 27, 2025 (Saturday) between 8:30am-12:30pm December 28, 2025 (Sunday) between 8:30am-12:30pm Special Food - Christmas special food includes many traditional dishes, baked goods, and drinks that vary by region. A traditional American or British Christmas dinner often features a large roasted meat as the centerpiece, while other cultures may prefer fis

(a) Buffet – December 20 and 21st, 2025 - Reservations Available between 8:30am-12:30pm Saturday and Sunday (b) Special Food - The traditional Dongzhi (Winter Solstice) food in Korea is patjuk (팥죽), a hearty red bean porridge with glutinous rice balls called saealshim (새알심). The red beans are believed to ward off evil spirits, and the rice balls, which symbolize "bird's eggs," represent wishes for good fortune and fertility in the new year. (c) Patjuk (팥죽) This is the main di

A 2-day specialty coffee, outdoor food, and cultural event ROAST & BEAN COFFEE FESTIVAL At Troy Botanical Garden Sip, taste, and explore the world of coffee in a breathtaking garden setting. Enjoy handcrafted brews, local roasters, artisan beans, pastries, food vendors, and live music. 🌱 1. Core Concept A nature + craft coffee  experience blending local roasters, international coffee culture (including Korean-style drinks), educational workshops, and relaxing garden ambience

As winter settles in and the days grow short, Koreans look forward to 동지(冬至) —the winter solstice—when warmth, community, and tradition bring light to the longest night of the year. This meaningful day has long been seen as a “small New Year,” a moment when fortune begins to shift and brighter days slowly return. At the heart of Dongji is 팥죽 (patjuk) , a velvety red bean porridge simmered until smooth and served with soft, chewy 새알심  rice balls. Historically, red beans were b