Singapore’s gourmet scene just welcomed a remarkable first: HANDON, Korea’s premium Jeju Pork, is now officially available on local shores. Thanks to a partnership between Culina at COMO Dempsey and MEATK, the premium meat arm of SoGoodK founded by culinary entrepreneur Olivia Lee, Singaporeans can finally enjoy the famed white and black pork varieties that define Jeju’s culinary heritage.
Korea’s Gold Standard of Pork Arrives in Singapore
HANDON represents the pinnacle of Korean pork quality. Sourced from local farms in Korea and raised with exceptional care, Jeju pork is known for its tenderness, juiciness, and distinctive clean, rich flavour. Highly prized by chefs and gourmet consumers in Korea, HANDON sets a benchmark for premium pork, one rooted in purity, consistency, and meticulous farming practices.
Bringing Jeju pork to Singapore was no small feat. Export discussions began years ago but were delayed following Korea’s foot-and-mouth outbreak, which temporarily halted considerations. Through collaboration between Jeju’s disease-free farms, Korean authorities, and Singapore’s regulators, HANDON finally received approval, arriving with full provenance and integrity preserved.
Jeju’s Heritage Meats: White Pork & Black Pork
Jeju White Pork
Raised along Jeju’s breezy coastlines and nourished by volcanic spring water, Jeju White Pork comes from pigs living in low-stress, spacious environments. The result? Silky-tender meat with a wonderfully clean flavour that mirrors the island’s pristine natural landscape.
Jeju Black Pork
Considered the crown jewel of Korean pork, Jeju Black Pork accounts for just 0.01% of Korea’s total pork production. These pigs grow slowly in Jeju’s misty highlands, producing meat renowned for its rich aroma, deeper flavour concentration, and luxurious texture. Due to its rarity and strict transport requirements, its arrival in Singapore marks a milestone for Korean gastronomy abroad.
Exclusive at Culina at COMO Dempsey
Culina is now the only retailer in Singapore offering HANDON Jeju Pork. Known for its commitment to fine foods, it ensures every cut is handled with precision to maintain authenticity and flavour integrity.
Available premium cuts include:
- Jeju Black Pork Back Ribs – $100/kg
- Jeju Black Pork Belly Boneless (Skin Off) – $110.50/kg
- Jeju Black Pork Shoulder Rib (Woogalbi) – $48.50/kg
Additional cuts are also available for those eager to explore Jeju’s full flavour spectrum.
With this launch, Culina continues to elevate Singapore’s culinary landscape, giving chefs and home cooks access to heritage ingredients previously found only in Korea’s top dining establishments.
A Passion Project Years in the Making
The debut of HANDON in Singapore is deeply connected to Olivia Lee, founder of MEATK and the driving force behind SoGoodK. A long-time champion of Korea’s premium produce, Olivia has worked tirelessly with Korean farms, regulators, and distributors to bring HANWOO beef and now HANDON pork to international markets.
Her dedication ensured that Singapore’s gourmet community can now experience Korean heritage meats at their finest: authentic, responsibly raised, and culturally significant.
