Korean-American Food Blogger Addresses Cultural Sensitivity in Online Cooking Videos

In a recent online video, a Korean-American woman addressed the issue of cultural appreciation and pronunciation in the context of social media. The woman, who runs a food-related account, received numerous tags in videos featuring a non-Korean individual preparing the Korean dish tteokbokki. While acknowledging the efforts of those attempting to make the dish, she expressed concern over instances of mockery and a lack of genuine effort in pronunciation. "I love to see people trying," she stated, "but it's important to make a genuine effort and not make a mockery of it." This video highlights the complexities of cultural exchange in the digital age and the importance of respectful engagement.