This survey was conducted in the following 28 countries and territories: China, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Australia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Russia, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and South Africa.Â
Original question: "What do you think is the biggest factor working in favor of Korean food?"
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Main aspects for popularity of Korean food worldwide 2024
According to a global survey on the popularity of South Korean food in 2024, around **** percent of the respondents stated that the taste of Korean food was the main reason for the popularity of Korean food products and restaurants in their country. The chance to experience Korean culture and its food culture was the second most chosen answer among participants worldwide.
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