Mingoo Kang, the acclaimed Korean chef behind the 3 Michelin-starred Mingles in Seoul, opened Hansik Goo in 2020 as his first international venture in partnership with ZS Hospitality Group, relocating to The Wellington in 2021 to refine its fine-dining Korean concept; trained under mentors like Martin Berasategui and Cho Hee-sook, Kang's philosophy blends traditional hansik with modern innovation, emphasizing premium Korean ingredients, cultural storytelling, and family-style sharing to elevate Korean cuisine globally while maintaining authenticity and sustainability.