In Korea, it is common for companies to eat and drink together after work. This is called βhweshikβ. Company dinners are to build better relationships in a team or company.Β
There are a few reasons why companies have a hweshik:Β
When employees join the company
When employees leave the companyΒ
When a project is finishedΒ
These company dinners are planned by staff and usually, all staff attend. The restaurant is usually an expensive one. The food is very delicious. Sometimes, there are rounds. The first round is the dinner and drinks. The second round can be desserts, singing rooms, or more drinks. There can be more rounds but it depends on who wants to attend.Β
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Why do companies have company dinners?
What are the reasons for company dinners?
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