The History of Kimchi The history of kimchi can be traced back to ancient times, when people in Korea began fermenting vegetables to preserve them for long periods. The first record of the word "kimchi" dates back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392), where it was used to describe a mixture of vegetables and seasonings. However, it wasn't until the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) that kimchi began to res..
