South Korea - kimchi barrels in a museum in Jeju Do

Types of kimchi differ from region to region, depending on harvest and weather conditions. Each family also has its own recipe handed down from generation to generation. The flavor depends on ingredients, condiments, the amount of salt, and level of spice used in each region. The southern provinces (North and South Cholla Provinces and North and South Kyongsang Provinces) tend to use more salt and seafood so the taste is stronger and sweeter. To the north, kimchi tastes less salty and is very mild.