What’s in your K-starter pack? Daniel Dae Kim shares.

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View in browser An exclusive inside look with your free CNN account Daniel Dae Kim’s K-culture starter pack. Between K-pop, K-BBQ and K-beauty...the world’s K-totally obsessed. But how did K-culture become a global phenomenon? Tony award-nominated actor, director and producer Daniel Dae Kim's in South Korea to find out. He’s meeting K-pop stars, kimchi experts and beauty innovators—going anywhere he can to explore South Korea’s explosive global influence. What’s even better? He’s inviting you along. To start your journey, we spoke with him to get your K-culture starter pack. Watch Now 1. Ramen Daniel: You can't consider yourself a Korean if you have never tried Korean instant ramen. In fact, there's a ramen library in Seoul with a wall full of different kinds of Korean instant noodles.   2. Sunblock Daniel: It disappears completely, covers your skin and if people want to know the secret to great Korean skin, it starts with sunblock.  3. Soju Daniel: If you've never tried soju, it's a distilled spirit. It's low in alcohol, and it mixes and hides in everything. So, it's kind of dangerous, but it's super tasty.  4. Karaoke Daniel: Most good nights in Koreatown in New York and LA, or in Korea, end with some karaoke.  5. BBQ Daniel: For most Korean experiences, the gateway drug is Korean barbecue. There are some fantastic places all over the country now, so give that a try if you can.  Want more? Stream K-Everything now on the CNN app.         You are receiving this newsletter because you signed up for Inside CNN. To stop receiving this newsletter, unsubscribe or sign up to manage your CNN account   Sign up for a free CNN account   Privacy Policy | Terms of Use   ® © 2026 Cable News Network. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved. 1050 Techwood Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30318