This is also the case with Kristian Baumann. The star chef was born in South Korea, adopted as a baby, and grew up in Denmark. He discovered his passion for cooking early on: even during his school years at a sports boarding school, he helped out in the kitchen. Baumann then began his career in a classic Danish restaurant. In various restaurants in France and Denmark, where he worked alongside Ren\u00e9 Redzepi among others, he eventually developed his unique style that distinguishes him to this day. Like no other, he understands how to combine Korean flavors and techniques with the minimalist aesthetic of New Nordic Cuisine. To this end, Baumann regularly travels to South Korea to trace the culinary roots of his homeland.<\/p>\n
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