참발효 어워즈 (The Chambalhyo Awards aka Good Fermented Food Awards) @gff.awards stands as Korea’s sole prestigious ceremony dedicated to fermented foods, uniquely co-created by producers and citizens. This esteemed event features a rigorous evaluation process, beginning with blind tests conducted by a diverse panel of experts, including researchers, educators, chefs, distribution specialists, and consumers. These results are then scrutinized by a professional judging panel comprised of the foremost authorities in their respective fields, ensuring a fair and comprehensive assessment.
Driven by curiosity, we set out to discover how our unique products—combining traditional Korean fermentation techniques with Australian ingredients in an Australian climate—would be received in the home of Jang. Aware that the awards are traditionally reserved for producers based in Korea who utilize local ingredients, we took the bold step of submitting our doenjang and gochujang for expert evaluation during our holiday visit last year.
To our surprise, following meticulous reviews and blind tests conducted by industry leaders, our products gained extraordinary feedback. This recognition was so significant that it led to the creation of a new award category, celebrating international Jang makers for their exceptional contributions and efforts to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Korean Jang on a global scale.
We are deeply honoured to announce that we are the inaugural recipients of the Special Award for Good Fermented Food 2025. This accolade holds a profoundly special place in our hearts, as it signifies recognition from the very birthplace of Jang.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for this invaluable award. It reaffirms that we are on the right path—preserving the legacy of Korean Jang while pioneering traditional fermentation methods in ways once thought unimaginable. We remain committed to continuing this meaningful journey as true trailblazers of Korean fermentation.
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