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Ma-ShiTa Paris: Quietly Exacting Korean Cooking in the 14th

A quiet partnership in the 14th arrondissement

Ma-ShiTa Paris brings a grounded approach to Korean cooking from a kitchen led by Chef Sook Hyun Kim and her husband Gi-Beom Joung. He previously authored bestselling travel guides while she spent years flying for Air France. Their shared itineraries across Asia shaped a straightforward philosophy centered on traditional recipes and wholesome ingredients. The name itself translates to delicious in Korean, setting a clear expectation for unpretentious daily meals.

Seasoned proteins and rice bowls

The kitchen builds its lunch and dinner menus around rice bowls and marinated meats that change weekly. Diners regularly order the Iberian pork back sautéed with gochujang paste alongside sweet potato vermicelli noodles. Another frequent choice features Charolais beef tartare served directly over steamed rice, while crispy chicken pieces arrive glazed in a proprietary soybean sauce. Even the desserts lean on familiar textures, offering matcha madeleines and black sesame versions crafted on site.

Minimalist surroundings and overseas recognition

Guests sit within a restrained white and gray dining room that keeps the focus squarely on the plates. This understated environment recently earned a spot on Le Fooding’s 2026 list for its quietly exacting standards. The establishment also received rare international validation when the Korean Ministry of Agriculture selected it among just eight top overseas Korean restaurants globally in 2023. Those distinctions reflect a steady commitment to careful sourcing rather than theatrical presentation.