
Ep 1: When Taste Began—A Life Story Told by the Tongue
2025.07.14When did we first begin to sense the world through flavor? Is taste merely a physiological response to hunger, or is it something far more ancient and profound?

When did we first begin to sense the world through flavor? Is taste merely a physiological response to hunger, or is it something far more ancient and profound?

There are many days when I sit at the table and find that it is not my stomach that is empty, but my heart that feels a certain hunger. I find myself longing fo

When the afternoon temperature reaches 36°C, the mere thought of stepping outside can feel daunting. I am Choi Yeon, the owner of Goldtuna. I also share my jour

It is a story from eight years ago. When I first opened the doors, I moved without a clear philosophy. My mind was full of thoughts, yet I had no idea which dir

Sometimes, a thought lingers. How long can I sustain this path? Holding a knife daily, preparing the tuna, and readying the courses—this rhythm can feel like a

Why do we recommend tuna in the height of summer? In my eleven years of operating Goldtuna, I have worked with countless ingredients, yet none satisfy the requi

I have spent eleven years in the same spot, my hands never leaving the knife. Over the decade, I have watched the landscape of dining shift and evolve from behi

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"Is it finally time for short sleeves?" The humid heat before the rainy season is already settling in. Only yesterday, I overheard a guest behind the kitchen co

Welcome to Goldtuna. You may have encountered us recently while browsing through your social media feeds. In an era where dining out can often feel like a finan

I am Choi Yeon, the proprietor of Goldtuna. Many of our guests simply call me the man who understands tuna. Today, I would like to share the quiet dedication be

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