The army stew, borne out of necessity after the korean war, is now a trendy table-cooking item at home and in restaurants. It combines processed meats of the west (spam and hotdogs) with the flavours of the east (kimchi, hot pepper paste and rice cakes, to name a few), resulting in a dish that is complexed but well balanced. The army stew is best eaten while simmering in the pot, and with family and friends