Amratha C.S, New Delhi
Indians have a soft corner for desserts, especially after wholesome meal sweets are an instant yes! No matter how full our tummies are. Now, every country has its own form of dessert, for instance, France is famous for its Macarons, Thai people have their popular Mango Sticky Rice, and Rabri, Gulab jamuns are ubiquitous in India.
As mentioned countries vary and so do their cuisines and mouthwatering desserts. These days, the Korean wave is reaching many countries and India is one of them. If you have ever watched a K-drama or a Korean variety show, I am pretty sure you must have seen this lavish and splendid-looking dessert which they refer to as Binged (빙수). This appetizing dessert from Korea and some other parts of Asia is now making its way to many cafés around the world. It is available in Delhi NCR and Gurgaon. These cities are now also where you see Korean companies and restaurants budding quite fast. Recently these cafés have become one of the most loved hangout places by Indian K-pop and K-culture enthusiasts.
Before I take you on the journey through the Bingsu land like my Korean friends took me. Let’s start from the basics.
What exactly is Bingsu?
Bingsu (빙수), without any argument, has been and still is one of the trending summer desserts in Korea. Bingsu in simple terms can be understood as a Korean shaved ice dessert, similar to how we Indians have Chuski (baraf ka gola). Early versions of Bingsu have many fans like me because of its alluring taste. The classic one is known as patbingsu (팥빙수), which simply means red bean shaved ice. This classic version includes red beans, condensed milk, nuts, bean powder, and sometimes rice cakes are added as well.
When I tried Patbingsu for the first time, I thought it was the only variety of Bingsu available. Like most food or dessert, Bingsutoo seems to be expanding depending on what toppings are added. Nowadays, it is not just made by freezing water into a block of ice like the traditional one, instead, Bingsu shavings are now made by mixing and freezing a combination of milk, sugar, and condensed milk and then crushed finely into soft snow like consistency by using a Bingsu machine; later to be collected into a bowl and is topped with a wide variety of fruits like honeydew melon, mango, watermelon, strawberry and so on. Then it is layered with more toppings such as ice cream, condensed milk, and whipped cream syrups. Back in time, this delicious dessert was only available to the wealthy ones in society but now everyone can enjoy this delicacy.
During the course of years, Bingsu has become a trending dessert in Korea and you can quite visibly see it in cafes, restaurants, and some stores too. It is easy to find it in South Korea, especially in summer. Here’s a guide to places you can easily try Bingsu in Delhi NCR. Do share your experience in the comments below!
Dalgrak Café
Where to find: Inside Korean Cultural Centre, A25, Vikram Vihar, Lajpat Nagar IV, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi.
The For’est
Where to find: Building no.38, G.F, Basant Lok, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi.
Sibang Bakery
Where to find: Inside Mega Mall Gurgaon, 245, Golf Course Road, SaraswatiVihar, DLF Phase 1, Sector 28, Gurugram, Haryana.
Sibang Bakery
Where to find: Inside South Point Mall, First Floor, Shop No 108, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5, Sector 53, Gurugram, Haryana.
Bonjuk Café& Restaurant
Where to find: Inside Del Court, DC 26, Jaypee Greens, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Bingsu is an elegant and flavourful Korean dessert that will ease your dessert cravings, no matter how the weather is. Tried and approved by a foodie like me and I am sure once you try it, you too will get to know why it has been gaining popularity these past years. Have you tried your share of it yet?
I want to eat bingsu now😩
I’ve tried mango bingsu at dalgrak cafe and that was so tasty~ 😋
I have wanted to try Bingsu for long. Finally I will be tasting it soon. 👍
~ Jubby
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The first time I heard of Bingsu was on a Korean vlogger’s channel. I got interested and I searched for the making of bingsu. The dessert looks delicious with so many different toppings. I am so happy that it is available in India right now.
I want bingsu 😶🤤🤤
Wanna try so badly
I really really want to have Bingsu. I have always wanted to try it. Because just look at it, it’s just very alluring 🥺🥺 I really want to eat it one day. Thank you for this article about Bingsu.
This made me crave bingsu so bad. Need to plan an outing for some Korean food with my friends soon. 😍
I’m also gonna try now at dalgrak 😬
I haven’t tried bingu yet 🥺 I really want to know what it tastes like
Such a delicious article 😭😂 really looking forward to try this amazing Korean dessert!! 💙✨
Will definitely taste this food item thanks for letting us know 😋
Thanks for sharing 🤤😍
Ahh my fav Bingsu — thank you for writing so beautifully ..loved the review
Yesss! I have tried Chocolate Bingsu and i loved it!!
Bingsu craving happening, I want to try it, I can wait. It looks so delicious.
I do wanna try this mouthwatering dessert!
Indian Desserts are a perfect delight in every season which not only satisfies the taste buds but also energizes the body with glucose shots. India has a wide range of very delectable, finger licking and luscious Indian desserts recipes. Indian sweet seems difficult to resist. It is said that there is no country has a wider range of exotic, luscious sweets than in India. A sumptuous meal is always incomplete without sweet dish like ‘Gulab Jamun’ or ‘Kulfi’ or ‘Gajar ka Halwa’. Desserts give a befitting end to any meal.
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mouth watering summer delight
Had it first time at kcci and have been in love ever since the texture the flavor and ofcourse the teeny tiny nostalgia of Indian gola
The way you described Bingsu made it sound like an absolute dream for anyone with a sweet tooth. I love how you connected it with Indian desserts, it instantly felt relatable. Now I’m genuinely tempted to visit one of those cafés and try Patbingsu myself; it sounds like the perfect mix of elegance and comfort!
Bingsu well as many indians I’m not really fan of deserts because I didn’t like sweet much and we Indians put lot of sweetner in our deserts but yes I love ice cream in summer or winter or whatever season it is I really love to eat ice cream or frozen deserts amd bingsu is one of kind them as it has shaved ice topped with different ingredients I really love to try it author make me mouthwatering for this desert as foodie like me always love to try different things.
Bingsu is literally looking like a sweet snowball in a bowl.nevervknew it comes in this much variety. Everything looks so yummy and tasty that I wonder what it would like to taste.
I’m completely in love with Korean food. I live in delhi and there’s a really good Korean restaurant there that I often visit. Almost every time I go, I end up falling in love with the dishes all over again. I will surely try bingsu next time i will visit a korean restaurant
This was such a delightful and informative read. Bingsu truly sounds like the perfect blend of comfort, nostalgia, and indulgence. From classic patbingsu to modern fruity versions, it’s easy to see why this dessert is winning hearts in India. Definitely adding it to my must-try list.
i really like eating korean food. bingsu looks truly amazing but i still havent tried it . after reading the article i really want to give it a try. it seems very delicious.