Growing up with my All-American single father, I wasn't allowed to have kimchi because of the odor. Even as an adult, I still thought it was a bad idea but all it took was one lunch date to fall in love. I learned how to make it at home via youTube and this fermented cabbage side dish became a kitchen staple. Two years ago, I met my Korean family for the first time at the age of 33 and kimchi now meant so much more than food. Kimchi is important in the Korean culture and little did I know there were so many varieties! Get the receipe that I use for my kimchi and be creative to make it your own version!