Eric Kim is a New York Times columnist and a bestselling author known for his culinary work exploring Korean-American identity through food. He is primarily a food writer and cookbook author, rather than a traditional restaurant chef.
★Awards & Recognition
New York Times Bestselling Author (2022)The Art of Eating Prize (Shortlisted) (Undated)★Trailblazer Award (2025)
Chef Timeline
2022
Published 'Korean American: Food That Tastes Like Home'
Became a New York Times Bestselling Author and the cookbook was shortlisted for The Art of Eating Prize.
Ongoing
Columnist at The New York Times
Regularly contributes culinary articles and recipes.
Forthcoming
Author of 'Spaghetti Junction'
A New York Times Bestselling novel, showcasing his broader authorial talents beyond food.
2025
Received the Trailblazer Award
Awarded for his work as a food columnist for The New York Times.
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Key Information
Eric Kim is a New York Times columnist and a bestselling author known for his culinary work exploring Korean-American identity through food. He is primarily a food writer and cookbook author, rather than a traditional restaurant chef.
Eric Kim continues his role as a columnist for The New York Times, sharing recipes and stories that resonate with a wide audience.
His cookbook 'Korean American: Food That Tastes Like Home' remains a New York Times bestseller and was shortlisted for The Art of Eating Prize.
Eric Kim was honored with the 2025 Trailblazer Award, reflecting on his journey as a food columnist and writer.
Iconic dishes
Recipes from Korean American
Additional Details
Eric Kim is a columnist for The New York Times. He is the author of the critically acclaimed and New York Times bestselling cookbook 'Korean American: Food That Tastes Like Home'. He is also the author of the forthcoming novel 'Spaghetti Junction', also a New York Times Bestseller. He has stated that he doesn't believe he has won an award in his adult professional life in the traditional sense, but his works have received significant recognition.