Dubai, UAE-– Smoki Moto unveils an exclusive dish to mark the Korean New Year, also known as Seollal. From Wednesday, 29th January to Sunday, 2nd February, diners can savour Tteok Mandu Guk, a traditional soup that honours the spirit of the occasion.
Steeped in meaning and rich in flavour, Tteok Mandu Guk symbolises renewal, wisdom and prosperity. Eating Tteok Guk is believed to make you age a year and the dish embodies wishes for longevity and good health. The dish features homemade wagyu dumplings (mandu), tender rice cakes (tteok) and a savoury beef bone broth, all brought together with seared wagyu beef, green onion and a vibrant seaweed emulsion. Oval-shaped rice cakes, representing coins for prosperity and their white colour, signifying purity, add layers of tradition to this comforting soup. With its mild yet umami flavours, Tteok Mandu Guk is a dish that brings people together in celebration, fostering respect and hope for the year ahead.
Guests can enjoy this exclusive offering in Smoki Moto’s refined dining setting, where contemporary sophistication meets vibrant Korean traditions. Ideal for family gatherings, festive outings or intimate celebrations, this limited-time dish embodies the essence of Seollal.
