Soju Party: How to Drink (and Eat!) Like a Korean

Soju Party: How to Drink (and Eat!) Like a Korean by James Beard Award–winning author, chef, and restaurateur Irene Yoo is a lively cookbook and cultural guide that explores the traditions, etiquette, and joy of Korean drinking culture through inventive cocktails, classic spirits, and the essential foods that accompany them. Featuring recipes for Korean-inspired drinks, comforting anju (drinking foods), late-night favorites, and hangover cures, the book offers an approachable introduction to everything from soju and makgeolli to modern cocktail creations. Blending practical recipes with engaging stories, illustrations, and insights into Korean customs and drinking games, Soju Party is both an entertaining cookbook and a spirited celebration of the food, hospitality, and social traditions that make gathering around the table an unforgettable experience.