In Korean restaurants, scissors can be tableware as much as kitchenware

In Korea, scissors do not always stay in the kitchen. They may arrive beside a barbecue grill or a bowl of noodles so diners can cut food to size right at the table.

WHAT GETS CUT?

Korea.net’s “K-Scissors” feature specifically shows the Korean habit of using scissors for pork barbecue, cold noodles and kimchi.

WHY IT CAN SURPRISE VISITORS

If you are used to knives and cutting boards staying in the kitchen, a large pair of scissors beside your meal can look unusual. At Korean tables, cutting after serving is a familiar part of eating.

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2026-09-18