Sharing a Meal

We often share meals with friends or loved ones. Eating together is deeply tied to human connection. Humanity evolved as a species that gathered food collectively and sat down to share it, making communal meals a core part of survival and social bonding. Those who eat together form a group, and within that group, an individual’s value often reflects how they contribute to the shared food supply.

In Korean culture, people who eat together are called “family,” but the meaning goes beyond blood relations. To share a table is not just about eating food—it is about sharing love, history, traditions, and culture. Around the table, lessons are passed down, responsibilities are acknowledged, and the act of eating together becomes a way of affirming belonging.