CA SR102

Designates November 22, 2024, as Kimchee Day in California to recognize the traditional Korean dish and its cultural significance.

Acknowledges kimchee's history spanning over two millennia in Korean cuisine and its UNESCO recognition in 2013 as an intangible cultural heritage.

Recognizes Korean Americans as a vital community in the United States with significant contributions across science, law, business, and the arts.

Highlights kimchee's documented health benefits as a probiotic food rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber that may reduce rates of heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes.

Celebrates kimchee's growing popularity in the United States as an example of positive multicultural exchange through increased food products, restaurant offerings, and non-Korean consumer interest.