We make small batch, handmade kimchi in Chicago just for the fun of it.
Products
All of our products are vegan and balance traditional and original recipe elements. Products are available based on seasonality during our limited-release monthly drops.First drop is coming this January! Check back soon for more details.
Onion Kimchi
Our onion kimchi (양파김치) is best enjoyed as a condiment or topping. Add this lacto-fermented fixing wherever you crave that extra hit of spicy and umami (we're partial to adding it to pizza, breakfast sandwiches, bulgogi, and Korean fried chicken).
Classic Kimchi
Balanced, crisp, and full of flavor, our classic kimchi (배추김치) brings warmth and vibrancy to every meal. With a mild/medium spice level, add kimchi as a complement to any dish or it enjoy straight out of the jar.
White Kimchi
Savory and a little sweet, white kimchi (백김치) is not spicy and is the perfect palate cleanser side dish, pairing well with both meat and seafood.You can also enjoy the brine in a variety of fun ways. Use the brine as cold noodle naengmyeon broth, add it to sauces and dressings, or drink it as a pickleback with soju and Korean bar snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Kimchi Just For Fun?
Our products can be purchased online during our limited-release kimchi drops. Drops will be announced via Instagram and Hotplate. Follow us and sign up for text alerts to stay in-the-know!
What products do you sell?
We specialize in making all kinds of Korean pickled and fermented kimchi products, and our exact product offering changes based on seasonality. Specific product details will always be noted in each kimchi drop on Hotplate. If you're interested in placing a custom or bulk order, drop us a note in the form below!
When and where do I pick up my order?
All orders are local pickup only in Chicago (Avondale/Logan Square area). Pickup window dates and times are shared prior to checkout, and the exact pickup location is shared upon order completion. You can pick up your order at whatever time works best for you during the pickup windows.
I placed an order but now I can’t pick it up. What do I do?
Life happens, we get it! You can send a friend to pick up your order. They'll simply need your confirmation email QR code.
Do you ship or offer delivery?
At the moment, our kimchi is only available for local pickup in Chicago. We can deliver custom orders within the Chicagoland area for a fee.
Is your kimchi allergen-free?
All of our products are vegan. Products that contain allergens (like soy) will always be marked with allergen information.
About Us
In a stressed and hurried world, Kimchi Just for Fun is all about 소확행: slowing down and doing something solely for the small but certain happiness it brings.We're serious about ingredient quality and the science of fermentation, but we're most excited to share an array of kimchi with Chicago that is rooted in soulful creativity and simple joys.
Contact
Drop us a note if you have questions or custom order requests.
Kimchi Just For Fun's products are produced in a home kitchen not subject to public health inspection that may also process common food allergens.
If you have safety concerns, contact your local health department.
Registration #: 2025-146
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