How KFC, AKA Korean fried chicken, took over the world
Korean fried chicken, originating from a post-Korean War American import, evolved into a distinct dish in the 1980s and has since become a global culinary export. Its popularity surged internationally due to cultural phenomena like K-dramas and the "chimaek" trend, with South Korea now operating over 1,800 international stores.
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