TripZilla Recognizes Busan for Second Consecutive Year, Naming It Best Culinary Destination in 2026
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□ Busan Metropolitan City has claimed the title of Best Culinary Destination at the TripZilla Excellence Awards 2026.
○ Following its selection as Best City Destination in 2025, Busan has earned another accolade this year as Best Culinary Destination, which underscores how its abundant assets—encompassing the sea, natural landscapes, and distinctive flavors—reinforce its international standing.
□ TripZilla is Southeast Asia’s largest digital travel media platform, publishing related information and stories through dedicated country-specific portals.
○ Its network serves more than 20 million people each month, predominantly in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia.
○ TripZilla hosts the TripZilla Excellence Awards annually to highlight exceptional spots and services. In 2026, Busan was the sole winner in the Best Culinary Destination category.
□ TripZilla focused on Busan’s cuisine and food culture, complemented by its coastal charms.
○ In particular, TripZilla introduced the city’s fresh seafood and signature dishes, such as Dwaejigukbap (pork soup with rice), Milmyeon (cold wheat noodles), and Ssiathotteok (seed-stuffed sweet pancakes), as well as the variety of specialties unique to Busan.
□ Building on its back-to-back honors at the TripZilla Excellence Awards—Best City Destination in 2025 and Best Culinary Destination in 2026—Busan has emphasized the breadth of its tourism offerings and bolstered its competitiveness on the global stage.
○ With the award announcement and content promoting Busan’s gastronomic appeal being shared via TripZilla’s website, social media, and multiple channels, the city expects to raise its profile further and spark a greater interest from Southeast Asian audiences.
□ Mayor Chun Jae-soo remarked, “Receiving TripZilla Excellence Awards two years in a row is a meaningful achievement that reflects expanding awareness of Busan’s attractions. To showcase the taste and character that define Busan, we are committed to combining its vibrant local culinary scene and world-class fine dining with the many experiences available in the city. We will also work to enhance Busan’s reputation as an outstanding choice for gourmets.”
