Why Kimchi?

All Natural

Fermentation has been part of human diet since the prehistoric times. Kimchi is a Korean culinary tradition with a 1,500 year recorded history, developed as a means to preserve cabbage and other vegetables naturally through fermentation—like its distant cousin sauerkraut, or brined pickles.

There is a certain mythical aura to kimchi if you ask any Koreans. Long heralded as the “super food” of Korea, many studies and findings in recent years associate kimchi’s unique attributes to numerous health benefits. Kimchi produces non-dairy probiotics, or “healthy bacteria,” that aids in digestion and building a healthy, balanced gut flora, which results in a stronger immune system. One of kimchi’s main ingredients, raw garlic, has been proven to show cancer-fighting potential and the abundant antioxidants in kimchi are credited for slowing down aging process.

Every jar of Kimchi Kooks is handcrafted and lacto-fermented using only the freshest all-natural ingredients with no added preservatives. Raw and gluten-free, this kimchi is packed with vitamins and non-dairy probiotics that are essential for your diet.

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A Family Affair

Brewery Logo in 1955

Kŭmbong Brewery logo in 1955

 
 
 

Kimchi'd Cabbage & Beets and Kimchi'd Kale

Fermentation of foods and beverages was very much a way of life in the Kook family. The technique and the knowledge of various types of ingredients and the resulting quality of foods have been taught and handed down from generations of men and women in the family.

Our recipes originate from Kate Kook, whose grandfather, when she was growing up in Seoul, owned the then well-known Kŭmbong Brewery that produced cheongju, a high quality rice wine, from early 1920s until the late 1960s.

Inspired by her experience of living in New York City since 1999, Kate created many small batch recipes using local, seasonal ingredients. Out of these experiments comes the Kimchi’d™ line, a contemporary take on a timeless tradition.

Kate has since perfected her own traditional Kook recipes that feature the Classic Kimchi and the Original White Kimchi.

In 2015, Kate Kook and her son, WooJae Chung, established Kimchi Kooks in Brooklyn, New York.

Our Kimchi

  • Classic Kimchi
    Classic Kimchi
    • – the best seller
    • – favorite, traditional, piquant red kimchi (but not too hot)
    • – the playmaker (aka the most versatile condiment and ingredient your fridge will ever meet)
    • – perfect with braised beef, pork belly, tomato sauce, and eggs
    • – level up your veggie roast, stew, ramen, and pasta
    • Low Calorie
    • Good Source of Vitamin A
    • Fat Free
    • Rich in Antioxidant Vitamin C
    • Cholesterol Free
    Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts Serv. Size: 1 fl oz (30ml), Servings: 10, Amount Per Serving: Calories 10, Fat Cal. 0, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 105mg (4% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber < 1g (2% DV), Sugars < 1g, Protein 0g, Vitamin A (4% DV), Vitamin C (15% DV), Calcium (2% DV), Iron (0% DV). Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
    Ingredients: NAPA CABBAGE, DAIKON RADISH, WATER, SEA SALT, RED CHILI PEPPER, SCALLION, GARLIC, FISH SAUCE (ANCHOVY, SALT, WATER), GINGER, SWEET RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC SUGAR
  • Original White Kimchi
    Original White Kimchi
    • – woojae’s all-time favorite
    • – an old world delicacy with a mellow, yet complex zest of the natural “vinegar”
    • – enjoy with bitter greens, fresh avocados, hummus, olive oil, and tree nuts
    • – tangy, effervescent appetizer for your bloody mary kind of day
    • – your new favorite breakfast arsenal
    • LOW CALORIE
    • FAT FREE
    • CHOLESTEROL FREE
    • RICH IN ANTIOXIDANT VITAMIN C
    Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts Serv. Size: 1 fl oz (30ml), Servings: 10, Amount Per Serving: Calories 5, Fat Cal. 0, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 105mg (4% DV), Total Carb. 1g (0% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Sugars < 1g, Protein 0g, Vitamin A (2% DV), Vitamin C (15% DV), Calcium (2% DV), Iron (0% DV). Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
    Ingredients: NAPA CABBAGE, DAIKON RADISH, WATER, SEA SALT, RED CHILI PEPPER, SCALLION, GARLIC, FISH SAUCE (ANCHOVY, SALT, WATER), GINGER, SWEET RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC SUGAR
  • Kimchi’d Kale
    Kimchi’d Kale
    • – for the aficionados (also kate’s favorite)
    • – the grand slam: raw, green, probiotics, and vitamins
    • – smooth, crisp, mildly tart with a hint of mediterranean
    • – seafood lover’s delight
    • – impress with your hors d’oeuvres (pair with soft cheeses like goat or brie)
    • Low Calorie
    • Excellent source of Vitamin A
    • Fat Free
    • Rich in Antioxidant Vitamin C
    • Cholesterol Free
    Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts Serv. Size: 1 fl oz (30ml), Servings: 10, Amount Per Serving: Calories 10, Fat Cal. 0, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 230mg (10% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber < 1g (2% DV), Sugars < 1g, Protein 1g, Vitamin A (30% DV), Vitamin C (30% DV), Calcium (2% DV), Iron (2% DV). Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
    Ingredients: KALE, DAIKON RADISH, WATER, FISH SAUCE (ANCHOVY, SALT, WATER), SEA SALT, GARLIC, RED CHILI PEPPER, GINGER, ORGANIC SUGAR, SWEET RICE FLOUR
  • Kimchi’d Cabbage & Beets
    Kimchi’d Cabbage & Beets
    • – the crowd pleaser: spunky and sophisticated
    • – simply juicy, crunchy, sweet, sour
    • – easy, vibrant accent for any picnic, bbq, or celebration
    • – pair with tofu, tempeh, bagel with cream cheese, chicken salad, tacos, and hot dogs
    • – great complement to your favorite spicy dishes
    • LOW CALORIE
    • FAT FREE
    • CHOLESTEROL FREE
    • RICH IN ANTIOXIDANT VITAMIN C
    Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts Serv. Size: 1 fl oz (30ml), Servings: 10, Amount Per Serving: Calories 10, Fat Cal. 0, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 310mg (13% DV), Total Carb. 2g (1% DV), Fiber < 1g (2% DV), Sugars 1g, Protein 0g, Vitamin A (0% DV), Vitamin C (15% DV), Calcium (0% DV), Iron (0% DV). Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
    Ingredients: CABBAGE, BEET, WATER, DAIKON RADISH, SCALLION, SEA SALT, FISH SAUCE (SALT, ANCHOVY, WATER), GARLIC, RED CHILI PEPPER, GINGER, ORGANIC SUGAR, SWEET RICE FLOUR

Kate's Kitchen

Kimchi Kooks has now opened our first brick and mortar location—Kate’s Kitchen—in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn! At our storefront, customers can purchase our handmade kimchi, freshly made banchan, yangnyeom, and more, all created by Kate Kook. We have a take-away menu of simple and delicious Korean dishes with rotating items and exciting weekend specials. We are thrilled to offer our customers a place to discover new flavors, to seek inspiration, and to learn more about Korean culture and cuisine.

Our family business is founded on a deep respect for our Korean roots, which we strive to share with our customers here in New York City. We take freedom and creativity in how we translate our own authentic Korean essence into a personal and unique experience for customers when they visit our shop. We believe that true Korean character is conveyed in the appreciation for generational knowledge, attention and care given to ingredients, and authorship in styles of preparation.

Kimchi Kooks Kate’s Kitchen
119 Bay Ridge Ave
Brooklyn NY, 11220

Store Hours:
Tuesday: 2-7pm
Wednesday-Friday: 12-7pm
Saturday: 11am-7pm
Sunday: 11am-5pm
Monday: Closed

Weekly Menu

Our food is created from quality ingredients, and we are committed to bringing awareness about the lifestyle benefits of adding Kimchi (along with a Korean approach) to your everyday diet. We have a varied selection of small-batch Banchan and Yangnyeom on our refrigerated shelves, with choices that accommodate many different diets and the uniqueness of each season. Banchan are small side dishes meant to be eaten alongside rice, and Yangnyeom are sauces, seasoning or marinades. These are ready for you to take home, to stock your fridge with and make a meal of your choice.

The weekly menu at Kate’s Kitchen consists of two main sections: Bokkum and Weekend Specials. Available on weekdays, our Bokkum are sautéed dishes made with protein options and fresh vegetables that can be complemented with a side of rice to create a complete meal. 

Each weekend, we offer rotating Weekend Specials, featuring Kate Kook’s original recipes and well-known Korean favorites. For the weekend warriors, our Seoul Remedy soups are deeply nourishing, sure to soothe any hangovers or blues, and offer a simple, rejuvenating meal whenever you need a boost! 

We offer Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free options. Everything is served for take-away, perfect for a lunch on the go, a picnic in the park, or to bring home for an easy dinner.

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In Stores

at farmers markets:

  • Morningside Park Farmers Market Market open Saturdays, 9am-2pm Morningside Park, Harlem, NY
  • Park Slope Farmers Market Market open Sundays, 9am-2pm 4th Street and 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
  • McGolrick Park, Greenpoint Farmers Market Market open Sundays, 9am-2pm McGolrick Park, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY

in stores:

MANHATTAN:

  • Key Food (Upper West Side) 2401 Broadway, New York, NY 10024

BROOKLYN:

Bed-Stuy:
  • Carib Food Market 1303 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
  • Dekalb Fresh Market 825 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221
  • Korean BTS Market 512 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216
  • Lincoln Market (Fulton) 1134 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
  • Lincoln Market (Marcy) 633 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206
  • Mr. Carrot 1567 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Bushwick:
  • City Fresh Market 229 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
  • Christa's Kitchen & Market 1385 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
  • Key Food 7280 Wyckoff Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
  • La Villa Produce & Deli 323 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
  • Mr. Lemon 410 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
  • Mr. Kiwi 957 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221
  • Mr. Piña 219 Havemeyer St, Brooklyn, NY 11221
  • Precycle 50 Cypress Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Clinton Hill/Fort Greene:
  • Greene Grape Provisions 767 Fulton Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
  • Key Food (Fulton) 991 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Key Food (Myrtle) 492 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
  • Mr. Coco 414 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
  • Mr. Mango 59 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
  • The Food Emporium 325 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Cobble Hill:
  • K&Y Fruit and Vegetable 291 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
  • Mr. Beet 193 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Crown Heights/Prospect Heights/Prospect Lefferts Garden:
  • Best Family Market 346 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213
  • D&C Market 1220 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225
  • Foodtown 632 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Ideal Food Basket 720 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Key Food Fresh 492 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Mahfood Market 648 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Mr. Kale 744 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • Precycle 593 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Cypress Hills:
  • Rhe's Food Market 1119 Liberty Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Dyker Heights:
  • 3 Guys from Brooklyn 6502 Fort Hamilton Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Flatbush/East Flatbush:
  • Carols Farm 1424 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226
  • Ideal Food Basket 840 E New York Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
  • Isaac Natural Food 1881 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226
  • Natural Food 882 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
  • Song’s Fruit Market 848 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Greenpoint:
  • Associated Supermarket 802 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
  • Mr. Berry 892 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
  • Mr. Plum 658 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
  • Nathan's Farm 829 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
  • Met Foodmarkets 131 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
Park Slope:
  • Mr. Kiwi 228 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY 11215
  • Mr. Lime 313 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
  • Steve's 9th Street Market 329 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Williamsburg:
  • Wize Organic Market 505 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

QUEENS:

  • 123 Farm / Strawberry Farm 218-23 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY 11428
  • 37 Lime Tree 8004 37th Ave, Flushing, NY 11372
  • Berry Fresh Farms Supermarket 43-26 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
  • Farm Boy Market 117-20 Liberty Ave, Queens, NY 11419
  • Food Universe Marketplace 127-16 111th Ave, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
  • Golden Mango Supermarket 8105 Rockaway Blvd, Ozone Park, NY 11416
  • John's Farm Market 216-20 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
  • K Town Supermarket 109-01 Liberty Ave, Queens, NY 11419
  • New Giant Farm 211-14 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
  • Rosedale Green Farm 143-59 243rd St, Rosedale, NY 11422

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