While eating dog meat is considered socially wrong in the world, in north korea it is associated with tradition on a large level. north korea is considered the most isolated country in the world, where Kim Jong Un rules strictly. The government here and its decisions often surprise us. Meanwhile, a unique cooking competition is in the news, in which dog meat was cooked and a national award was also given.
A national level competition was held this week in Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea. In which about 200 chefs participated. The special thing was that everyone made a dish made of dog meat. Here dog meat is called sweet meat and this event has also been recognized by this name.
What is this competition?
Dog meat is called sweet meat in North Korea. Therefore, this event was also given the same name. people here believe that dog meat gives strength especially in summer and due to this this competition is being celebrated. In such a situation, this event organized at the Food festival House located on Ryomyong Street in the capital lasted for four days. Traditional dishes made from dog meat were presented in it, in which the soup named Tangogi was the most famous and discussed. This dish is considered to be a traditional food in north korea that gives strength in summer.
Why is this competition celebrated?
According to reports, the purpose of this cooking event was to promote Korea's traditional food and share experiences among chefs, but many experts say that through such competitions, the government is trying to divert people's attention from food shortage, because this country has been struggling with food shortage for a long time. Apart from this, this competition is happening when North Korea's neighboring country south korea is going to completely ban dog meat from 2027. From 2027, it will be illegal to sell or eat it there. According to reports, dog meat is traditionally eaten in some parts of North America, but it has not received as much recognition as it is getting in North Korea.
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