'www.youtube.com/embed/XKOnEEnUk6E' Sharing a meal is a fundamental part of human connection, and in Korea, it's often accompanied by lively conversation and shared experiences. Recently, I had the pleasure of joining a group for a delicious meal featuring two classic Korean dishes: Kalguksu (handmade noodle soup) and Bokkeumbap (fried rice). The Kalguksu Experience: Noodle Texture Debate The meal began with steaming bowls of Kalguksu. This dish, known for its thick, hand-cut noodles, immediately sparked a friendly debate. The crucial question: how do you like your noodles cooked? Chewy ('kkodol') or soft and yielding? Some preferred the…