Coventry is renowned for its diversity

Boasting an exceptionally international university and a city that warmly embraces various cultures. Within its boundaries, you'll discover an array of international restaurants and supermarkets, reflecting the rich tapestry of global influences.As numerous students embark on their journey to a foreign land, homesickness can become a common hurdle. For many of the students, it's their first time being away from home, a safe place,  and making households such as cooking, ironing their clothes and much more by themselves.It is important to make this experience smoother for students and help with the cultural shock of moving to another country. Visiting places that might make you feel more connected to your homeland can be a great way to deal with homesickness, so here is a guide of some Korean themed spots in Coventry. 

Coventry has a wide range of places for you to experience. Here are some of our suggestions for you to grab some food: 

• Jinseon Korean BBQ Restaurant Jinseon is Midlands 1st Korean Charcoal Barbeque cooked right in front of you. With locally sourced meats and produce.Their menu has Croffles , Korean fried chicken, their BBQ menu and a variety of rice dishes, soups and noodles.You can check their menu on the website and you can also order takeaway or book a table at the restaurant.Location: Unit 5 Priory St, Fairfax St, Coventry CV1 5SQ

• Korean Garden Restaurant At Korean Garden in Coventry they have a variety of traditional Korean food, including many of Koreas finest dishes you'll want to taste again and again. Their food is prepared and cooked on a daily basis ensuring freshness and quality is observed at all times.Their menu includes chef recommendations such as  Korean Sweet Chilli Beef, Pork Cutlet and Vegetable Japchae & Meat.  They offer 10% OFF ALL ORDERS OVER £15 for online orders. Location: 27a London Road, Coventry, CV1 2JP 

• A Sushi Japanese and Korean Restaurant A Sushi is a contemporary Japanese and Korean Restaurant situated in the heart of Coventry, offering an oriental dining experience in authentic Japanese cuisine and traditional Korean food. Well-known for serving incredible sushi and sashimi of the highest quality, they also aim to showcase traditional Korean food at its best. Their menu includes soft shell crab, toro (tuna belly) , kimchi roll , assorted tempura and much more!Location: 43 Hertford St, Coventry CV1 1LF

You can also find a variety of Korean inspired supermarkets with all sorts of food. This can be a great way for you to connect with your culture and find some of your favourite snacks.

• Seoul Plaza A leading importer of Korean food in the UK, Seoul Plaza is a renowned brand that offers a great selection of products – it’s no surprise that Korean food is becoming more popular across the world.They are usually open from 9:30 am until 6pm Monday-Saturday and from 10am to 4pm on Sunday.Location: Unit 13, 14 Cannon Park Rd, Lynchgate Rd, Cannon Park, Coventry CV4 7EH

• Family Mart Family Mart is a family business with oriental and Korean products. You can find a variety of fresh products and snacks. It is worth visiting the store and finding some of the products they have there. Location: 47 Hertford St, Coventry CV1 1LF

We hope this guide assists you in discovering familiar places where you can find comfort. If you're in the mood for dining out, consider visiting these restaurants as they will evoke a sense of home. Alternatively, if you prefer a more budget-friendly option, drop by one of the grocery stores, purchase some Korean products, and invite your friends for a cosy night in, relishing a homemade recipe. 

If you have friends from diverse countries, consider organizing a Bring a Plate night, where each guest brings a dish of their choice. This can be a wonderful opportunity to learn about different cultures and exchange intriguing anecdotes about yourself and your homeland!

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