NEVER APOLOGIZE FOR YOUR CULTURAL DIFFERENCE!!!!!!! Your culture is who you are and what you are !!!! A HUMAN BEING!!!!PERIODT!

@nohopeorhoes

3 жыл бұрын

I AGREE!

@kathleenzanders4061

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@raeannuria5691

3 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏🙌🙌

@AF-ke9by

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Love the passion.

@asadb1990

3 жыл бұрын

these stories remind of when i first came to canada. the white and whitewash colored kids made fun of my traditional desi food and commented on the smell to the point it made me uncomfortable. luckily i didn't think too much of it. now i bring my food to the office and have no concern bringing desi finger food. some food is best with hands.

The fact that some people are so ignorant they think the world revolves around them and America because it's "normal" disgusts me. If you don't appreciate what others are doing, your self centered comments are not needed.

@yemialemu9902

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@rustyshackleford9452

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

Some people are just unhappy with their lives, and that spills over to the internet. Just ignore the trolls and be true to yourself. Peace

@nohopeorhoes

3 жыл бұрын

Sickens me to this day that some people literally hate someone and enjoy doing it. Ugh, imagine having such mindset and walking in public being fully aware of the monster you are.

@yemialemu9902

3 жыл бұрын

That's so true some pple r so unhappy with their life & they go around spreading their toxicity!! Absolutely right! Whenever somebody has so much negative energy the first thing that comes to my mind is >>>> awww this person is having a deeper issue than what they r complaining about! It's very very true!👍

@WRYDAH

2 жыл бұрын

Well said @ just ignore them!

@comfycaity

Жыл бұрын

@@nohopeorhoes 8:41 8:43

It’s ridiculous that you have to talk about this. I think your culture is beautiful and I actually really love Korean food thank you so much

@shreenidhiravishankar1881

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@shellyburke7703

3 жыл бұрын

Amen Sister!!!!

The fact that you have the courage to embrace your culture and protect your mom speaks larger and Louder volumes than those who stomp around their "This Is America. You speak English and do what I say" rhetoric .... America was Never an English speaking White Power nation! It was stolen , beaten, and tortured out from the feet and hard work of others because of manifest destiny... So go off, ma'am! Reclaim your purest identity! Show off your truest beauty and power! Know that you and you family (including your mom) are 10000000% loved !

This is such a serious topic and as an Asian myself I absolutely hate it when we are told our culture is less. But apart from that those potato rings looked good!

You see how this video was not only about dragging the rudeness of people online but also about the culture of Asia, the beauty of America, the life of immigrants, the sacrifices of our parents, our responsibility and so much more.

Thank you for standing up for our culture. Sincerely, an Asian American of immigrant parents

Ain’t nothing wrong or unsanitary about cooking or eating on the floor. I’m afro-latina and although most meals were prepped and cooked on countertops, we often ate on the floor. We’d have huge family gatherings to the point where there’s be no space to sit at the table and a lot of us just sit on the floor and eat. It’s normal!

lol those potato donuts look so good!

@nohopeorhoes

3 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@valentino1646

3 жыл бұрын

Lol?

@vibinginmybedroomrn9948

3 жыл бұрын

@@xinjiangstan1233 Sikkim is a magical place, I wish to go there some day :)

This guy needs to learn how to respect people and culture. I'm an Asian. Being an Indian, I have always seen my grandma's and other relatives eat and cook on the ground . This comment even somehow made me feel angry and infuriated because that's my culture and no one I repeat no one is allowed to disrespect it.

@irishrose6055

3 жыл бұрын

I think it would be fun but I have 2 hairy beasts who's fur gets every where, so the higher we make food the better

@nabiha_97

2 жыл бұрын

We are not like them our houses are always clean it was his fault he passed on that delicious kimchi made with love

@prateekshanaik4297

2 жыл бұрын

@@irishrose6055 we have our ways to do things together, you follow yours, but it's their tradition , so we don't have to follow it, but we should respect it, because it's our identity😊😊😊😊

@irishrose6055

2 жыл бұрын

@@prateekshanaik4297 oh no I do, I was just laughing at why it would be difficult to do food on the floor at my home

It’s really down to ignorance. You didn’t need to explain yourself hun. People need to educate themselves on different cultures. I absolutely adore the south East Asian culture especially the following South Korea and Japan. Both amazing, and I’m British born but Jamaican and Nigerian heritage. Love your videos continue to be you!! Positive vibes and good energy your way always x x x

@shellyburke7703

3 жыл бұрын

Tell the TRUTH!!!!! Thank you.....

Thank you for helping me realize what to do with the privilege I have because of what my parents gave up to build a life. I have been struggling with guilt because I feel like I'm wasting all the opportunities they worked so hard for. Your stories are sometimes too raw to listen to, but I suppose that's what life is, right? Loads of love to you and your mom. And those donuts look absolutely delicious!

The fact that some Americans believe that their way is the only way had ALWAYS astounded me. I spent my formative years raised Hispanic. It was my culture and Spanish/Mexican was my language. Then I HAD to learn English (toughest language around) but I was also learning Mandarin. I so prefer the cultures from other countries.

Thank you JoAnn for sharing your story. I would love to eat your mom's Kimchi prepared the way she traditional fixes it. I too love all the different cultures in America and have many friends from all over the world. It is sooo educational to learn things from others culture especially the way they prepare food. Give your mom a big hug and let her know I thoroughly enjoyed the making of traditional Kimchi and appreciate the love, sharing and hard work it takes to make, I'm sure the best Kimchi ever. Don't stop, please keep the tradition going, especially in America.💕

Your voice is very calming and what you say is greatly appreciated. We need to be less critical and more understanding to the beauty of how different we all are. Different doesn’t mean bad. Unfortunately, many people are closed minded and afraid of what is different to them.

Reminds me of uzhunnu vada- typical Indian tea time snack.

@nohopeorhoes

3 жыл бұрын

Uzhundhu Vada doesn't include potatoes tho. Vada only contains onions, green chillies (as far as I've known and tasted) and it is made out of ulunthu flour (god idk what is the translation of ulunthu in English). But yes, they're definitely similar. Edit: Sorry for my bullshitty translation. I don't know much translations of tamil words to English words.

@themidnighttruthseeker1549

3 жыл бұрын

@@nohopeorhoes I know uzhunu vada doesn't have potatoes. That's why I said it reminds me of them instead of it is just like potato donuts. 😂 The translation struggle is real but I believe its black gram flour.

@nohopeorhoes

3 жыл бұрын

@@themidnighttruthseeker1549 😂oh I see. Thanks for elaborating!

@themidnighttruthseeker1549

3 жыл бұрын

@@nohopeorhoes My pleasure.

@valarmathei95

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, tamilians (or most probably tamilians) watching the Korean vegan!☺️

Some people love to spew hate and negativity from their mind. The actions made them ugly. They don’t deserve any attention. I love your beautiful talks and shares!

I'm not vegan but I'm subbing because I love your voice and your stance! & Delicious food is always welcome 💜

I find your voice very soothing 😌and I always love ❤ to listen 🎶 to it before I go to sleep. Have a great day or night 🌙.

You are strong and so is your mom. I love all of your videos and your brilliant mind

Your mother seems to be an amazing role model. I never want her to feel self conscious, it is her culture!!

I'm glad there are more open minded people, willing to learn about other cultures and not judge others because it's not what they were taught. Don't be stuck in a cultural silo folks. I love these videos ✌️

I love everything about this. Both the food and the insight. You and your Mom are perfect the way you both are💯. Never change 💛🤗

That viral video was actually the one that introduced me to your channel, I felt like I was listening to my own mom tell stories of things that happened in her life in a safe comfy environment. I think it’s horrible that there are still people who act like the way they were raised is the only way to go about things and feel the need to hurt other people over it, I wish you and your mom many hugs and warm blankets.

Joanne your a beautiful person inside and out. Someone always has something negative to say. I appreciate how you share your culture and words of insight. You truly are inspirational. 💜

I love how you stood up for your mom , she absolutely deserves that❤️ ❤️that kimchi looked sooo good 🤤 as an Indian we eat on the floor all the time, we often eat with our hands, im not apologizing to anyone for my culture.

It’s funny because they criticize us for wearing no shoes in the house and then proceed to tell us that cooking and even eating on the floor is dirty. I just thought that was interesting. My parents are both Cambodian Immigrants with their (including me) 4 American children

@agni760

3 жыл бұрын

I can't ever imagine tracking my dirty shoes all around my clean house. Outside shoes are for the *outside*🤷‍♀️

@channary2550

3 жыл бұрын

@@agni760 Don’t get started on how some people wear those same shoes on the bed 🤡

@eleanorbarsic8065

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. I never left my shoes at the door and felt it a bother to do so until I finally had an aikido class that taught so, and formed friendships with families who follow this rule and now we have that rule in our home, too. I finally got educated! =) it is an odd thing in America how we learn to think "one way is the right way" and it is the "white man's way". I'm hoping this new generation of children who are more connected to the earth and its cultures and are re-connecting to their family traditions, or connecting to someone else's will move us further away from "one right way" and towards toward "ones way" is right. I'm glad to be on the "leave your shoes at the door" point in my life.

@channary2550

3 жыл бұрын

@@eleanorbarsic8065 Wow, thank you for respecting it (unlike the other comments in the video). And yes, I’ll stand by that as well 💜

@eleanorbarsic8065

3 жыл бұрын

@@channary2550 thanks for teaching me! ;)

As an Asian American, this spoke to me so deeply. (Not going to lie, I almost cried). Your story telling is so eloquent and heartfelt, thank you so much for sharing this with us. 💗

I would have never known that amazing fact about making kimchi on the floor, thank you so much for sharing ❤️ It makes TOTAL sense to do it that way!

I absolutely love your channel! The way you speak is so eloquent, and inviting. I don’t care what idiots say you keep your traditions!!!! You guys are American whether you choose to prepare meals on the floor or not!🥰😘❤️🙏🏼

I'm so thankful for your KZread videos, I know it sounds cheesy but honestly your short advice videos have helped me so much. Can't wait to see your new book, thank you for sharing your culture, advice and lovely personality, ❤️👏

Those donuts looks so amazing. Yum 😋 Thanks for sharing and thanks for your story. What people don’t know or understand about culture and background makes them ignorant. Every nationality has a tradition and Many years ago our ancestors cooked or made their food from the earth or ground because that’s all they had. Please never give up your tradition because of what people may think or say. Your roots of what you been taught is your foundation and not giving in makes you stronger. Love your stories. ❤️

Thank you for your vulnerability and for writing and speaking your story so eloquently. Your story fortifies the strength in all of us who may not be from the "dominant" culture. I also applaud you for calling out online bullies, and all of us need to know that there is no difference between in-person and online communication. Always speak to someone online as if we are speaking to them in person.

Your donuts look absolutely delicious!!!! 😍🤤

Omg these donuts look like I’ve fallen in love again. Sweet onion with cheese and potatoes 🥔. You’re the best. Yummer 🤗🥰

I appreciate everything you share with us, Joanne. You help to educate us all with your stories. Thank you. 💚 Growing up with culture clash within my own home (two cultures, one severely disrespected and disregarded), I can attest to the validity of the American “elitist ideal.” American patriotism has been twisted into a horrible, Nationalistic pride, in this last century. While it does not apply to every American, it is pervasive, even in families that do not notice the more subtle notes of it, in their midst. I feel grateful for having recognized the clash and found a way to embrace both of my cultures, while remaining guarded against the insidious, elitist ideals, of either side.

Your stories speak to my soul. Thank you so much for sharing your mom & dad with me/us. I am waiting somewhat patiently for your book.

I just want to send you a reallly big hug love you thank you for the amazing videos

I have a fascination for Asian culture. Please share more of it. Thank you for your honesty.

I’m so glad that you stood up for your mother, culture, and home. You’re absolutely right, so many cultures prepare and cook on the floor.

I love how strongly you stand up for your mother and your culture. Keep the great videos (and the commentary) coming! :D

I love your story time and I love cooking time. Your parents and all family and friends that had a hand in raising you did and do a SUPER TERRIFIC job! This world needs more people "human beings" like you girl!!!!!!

There is no such thing as race, there is humanity. Much love to you and your beautiful mom❤️

Thank you. I do much enjoy your stories of life. Beautiful.

You and your wonderful parents are an inspiration to us all, so never doubt that! Thank you for your amazing videos and I'm going to try this delicious recipe! 😋

Such a great story. I truly appreciate you sharing!!! The food looks great as well!

I have to go over there to support you

Beautiful! Both you, your family and the doughnuts. Thank you for sharing your story with us.

I appreciate you so much. Your direct bravery and compassion is so inspirational. Thank you for speaking truth while feeding the soul ❤️

I literally adore the fact how you simply state the things out. We adore you, we vehemently support you and we love you unnie. Your words strengthen us and keep us motivated. Thank you

You're so right. America at it's origins is about freedom and it's sad that people still today don't deeply connect with that and celebrate each other for their diversity. No matter where someone comes from living in the United States should mean living as you are without fear of judgements.

I love your videos Korean Vegan... Making food on the floor is a way to bond even in AFRICA.. Do you babe.!!!! Just do you!!!.. People will talk no matter what and Potatoes will Potatoe

I have never heard someone so eloquently put haters in their place👋. New to your channel and loving every bit of it. I love learning about other cultures. I'm South African and we have a kaleidoscope of cultures and 11 official languages . Its absolutely beautiful 🇿🇦

Thank you so much for sharing this recipe dear Joanne ♥️🌞

Thanks so much for sharing your perspective. This video and story are both touching. And I love your kimchi video!

Lol my mom, cousins, and aunty’s prepare food on the floor all the time. We all obviously survived. It’s always the uncultured swines who have some BS to say about the way we do things. Hug your mom for me!

@yemialemu9902

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯💯

@shellyburke7703

3 жыл бұрын

TRUTH, Sister, TRUTH!!!

@trestonmalone5072

3 жыл бұрын

@@shellyburke7703 ummm I’m not sure if you’re referring to me as sister but I identify as a cis-male. LOL all good though. Wouldn’t be the first time someone has called me sis or sister.

I love your videos Joanne❤️ please keep sharing your beautiful cultural traditions and stories 🙏

My Aunt CeCe is from the Philippines and we would always make Lumpia and Pancit on the floor, my mother is white but she has always had us keep our shoes at the front door (unless you want a good scolding). I went to Korea when I was 11 or 12 (I am 24 now) and I really loved the experience, I spent most of a month on Jeju Island and then a week in Seoul. My mother always thought it was good to introduce my siblings and I to as many different people and different ways of life as possible and I thank her for that now that I am older. I love your content and it brings tears to my eyes to hear this, I have experienced a lot of similar things growing up as 1 of 4 (2 of them being my siblings) black people in my town and the nearby town. My heart goes out to you two, sending love and hugs to you both! She sounds like an amazing woman! 🖤💜🖤

Beautiful video. ☮️ and ❤️

Greetings from Malaysia. Thank you for sharing your recipe. Discrimination is everywhere in the world. My advise to you is to just ignore those people who try to bring you down. They are not worth your time. Take care.

Making or preparing food sitting on the floor gives me so much joy.. ❤️

Hello Joanne my name is Francine Nzombo i am in my last year of highschool and i 100% look up to you as a role model your stories are inspirational and teach me to stand up for what is right and to embrace my Congolese culture no matter what tomorrow we have to dress like our super hero well it is my mom but ill also be dressing as you just to say thank you and dont stop what you are doing .

I love your videos and stories. These videos and shorts are beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.

God Bless you and your family for the hard work that you do.

I love love your stories ❤...keep them coming.

I love your videos n the way you recite stories along with it, share your experience and just like my own aunt share your advice and inspiration. Love from India!!

Yayyy I’m so excited for the book!

I hope your mom knows how many people think she and her culture are awesome and that there is so much beauty in sharing it ❤

This looks soooo delicious! And your love for your family and culture always shines through ♥️🇰🇷

As a white american who is rather young and grew up around mainly white people, I never understood how people could hate other people of a different culture whether that be Asian or black culture and blatantly racist because it doesn't fit their 'norm'. I love learning and seeing you and your family show your culture and not backing down from the ignorance and racism thrown at you and others. You are inspiring.

Another vegan potato lover, as it should be

I will always love and support you ❤️ you and your family are very strong and brave and I hope and pray that those VERY rude things that people have said fade out and instead replaced with nice comments like mine ❤️ hope everyone reading this had a good day/night 👍🏼

I need these potato onion donuts in my life lol 💗💗💗 Thank you to the person who put this in my feed! God bless you and I love you my friend 😍

You are honestly so inspiring

I made it today and it was super delicious 😋 thanks for great recipes and stories 👏

You are marvelous! I love your videos and your food ❤

Being mama bear to mama. Love it ❤️, it all comes full circle.

You really ate this up! With the historical context and all. Beautiful video and story

Joanne unnie your videos are so calm and relaxing and they help me to destress. Keep up the great work!

You are a true inspiration. As a Korean-American adoptee, I appreciate you deeply. ❤

Absolutely brilliant life story Really enjoyed it

I love your culture and your stories and the wonderfully freeing realizations in your videos!! I also love love your food!! I am American and I would eat your kimchi and help make it because I love the idea of working together!!❤ I am so excited because I bought your book today on Amazon!! I can't wait enjoy your book!! Thank you for sharing your food and life with us!!!❤💖❤💖

Thank You for sharing another wonderful story!!! Your parents were forced to give up a lot culture should never be one of those!

I’m bouta get my dad in the kitchen because I suck in the kitchen also I’m glad you never take that hate to heart because I look up to you and your mom how hard working your mom is you because of your realness and you guys can make your life kimchi however you want to and I’ll gladly sit down and eat it with you,yeah that is one of my dreams to sit down and eat with you and if possible cook with you which I will technically be doing while making/eating these potato donuts and every other recipe ❤️❤️

That was sooo ignorant of them. They should educate themselves before stating something soo rude!!!!! I appreciate your videos you educate me on Korean food and culture i take your stories and lessons with me everyday!! You keep your traditions and culture alive thats what makes you a special asset to America 💜💜💜💜

I love your videos - food and the stories! I can't believe that I'm early here.

@marirose19

3 жыл бұрын

@Asawari If you want to see a whole lot more from Joanne then put the Instagram app on your phone and follow @TheKoreanVegan She posts at least once a day if not more while sharing stories abt her life. It’s fascinating.

🔊 wow that is the sound of crisp 😯🥰

I loved watching your videos… i just watched this one … my respect for you amma and you has no bounds now…. Love you guys.. stay blessed ❤️

I just subscribed after listening to your video! Wow! Well said! I love it!

Wow! That was some deep seeded racism, alright. Yo, dudes, don't you have KZread? Watch some travel shows, man. To you... I awe in your wisdom and love! What a perfect response to the ignorance that spurred those hurtful comments. I'm so humbled by you. (in EVERY video you make). I think you are an incredible teacher.. And I'm so glad you share your healing, your history, your growth, your delicious food, and your knowledge of the culture/history behind it. To your mom- your daughter is right. The traditional community she wanted to share with us is why we come to her channel. We heal from her wisdom while she nourishes our bodies and souls with her clever writing(?) / story-telling over a pot of delicious food while she teaches us how to cook. Her mesmerizing methodology calls us to the circle of humanity, where she shares, so humbly, communion with us. Thank you for sharing that circle with us, in YOUR home. I hope you'll invite us again. I love you! You know, as you were talking about this assimilation that happens in America--which has happened, oddly, since one foreigner put his foot on this soil and declared it "theirs"-- and the passing down of our mixing pot of traditions, it makes me think of my ancestors, Scots and Irish, once kings in their own lands-we only recently learned, the descendents of whom moved here, and assimilated so well, just like your mom, giving up their languages, accents, and traditions... But no daughter or son came next to save those ties or traditions or even recipes. That all faded away until "where are you from?" literally ended in "I don't know." And thus it happened. Until this story, I couldn't see how it faded away. I always have an "aha!" moment when I'm with you. Genius connection! Thanks! I love you, too! And I wish you much success on your cookbook!

It's looking very tasty 😋💜

PS. I already preordered your book and am eagerly awaiting its arrival. Thank you for your stories, advice, recipes and gorgeous looking food.

Loved your beautiful homage to your mother, what a life affirming response to ignorance and racism! Have just ordered your cookbook and salivating already. Keep up the amazing work, you inspire us all, no matter what are race or cultural background is ... we all appreciate good food.

I love that picture! Seriously those floors GLEAM! I ALWAYS sat on the floor by my Grandma's feet while peeling potatoes, or apples when I was a child. It reminded me of my own family and made me nostalgic! 💚

The old ways is the best way... I am very proud of you and your mother for standing up for what you believe.

Great video can you make a video on carrot cake or banana bread

wow. I'm amazed by the eloquent way in which you have addressed a touchy subject. couldn't agree more with you, as a daughter of immigrants and an immigrant myself.

I literally love Korean culture, I love the food the country and the people, I worked 5 years in South Korea, and enjoyed my life living with amazing colleagues! I loved your channel too keep going friend.

Love your videos. I wish I could make these kinds of amazing food that you make in your home.