Many Koreans living in Berlin miss that authentic Korean taste. I noticed that there was a real lack of Korean-style breads and cakes in Berlin and so I decided to make my own.\u00a0<\/p>\n
At first, I was just baking and sharing it with my friends and then once they gave me positive feedback I realised I had to keep baking and create that taste that many Koreans miss.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That’s how the ‘Walnut Cookie Girl’ business started. Before that I was selling Korean street snacks at food markets (sometimes in the wind and the rain). Finally, a friend of mind gave me the cafe spot and I feel very lucky to have it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I think coffee culture has developed a lot in South Korea.<\/p>\n
Korea is a very complex, fast-moving country and in the midst of that, people had to work hard, long hours and I think they got their energy from a quick coffee break. As time went on, more and more franchises were created, coffee trends appeared and now it is integral to the culture. Instead of getting energy via a quick coffee break, many Koreans take a moment for relaxation and relief and can spend hours sipping lattes and eating cake.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Satisfaction, for many Koreans, comes in the form of sweet, pretty desserts and strong coffee.<\/p>\n
I’m not an eloquent or particularly extroverted person, nor am I a leader. I find solace in baking since it can be performed silently. Baking brings me gratification as the results are instantaneous. My passion grows each time someone enjoys one of my creations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Oh, so many! Jajangmyeon, sweet potato cake, fruit cream cake, seasoned chicken…Many customers have told me that they find German desserts and bread too hard, but I keep my desserts super soft in texture.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I think Germans and Europeans in general spend their time relaxing and having fun with dessert and coffee or tea for a break. Koreans replenish their energy with coffee and sweets to feel rested and recharged.\u00a0<\/p>\n
There are still many things to get used to with running a business in Germany and it can be stressful as it’s not something I’ve done before.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I don’t over do anything and basically try and stay calm and rest during my days off.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Baking seems to balance me and I always strive to balance my recipes carefully too- with taste, shape and scales.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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