It started with a simple goal
In 2018, Diane Kim opened 9 Delicacies, a small restaurant tucked in a quiet corner of Everett, Washington.
The space was modest and easy to miss, but it felt right. With 5-year-old twins at home, Diane wanted to build something that offered flexibility — a way to be both a mother and a chef.
A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Diane trained in the kitchens of acclaimed chefs, including Michelin-starred chef Michael Mina. When she opened 9 Delicacies, her goal wasn’t to build a large restaurant but to create a professional catering kitchen where she could craft quality food with intention and care.
She designed a space with a larger kitchen and a small dining area — just three tables — so she could focus on cooking and catering, which had always been her plan. Her menu featured modern Korean cuisine, a style uniquely her own, inspired by childhood memories from South Korea and refined through her professional culinary experience.
Before long, word began to spread. With each order, her food earned warm reviews and loyal customers. What began as a quiet catering kitchen slowly became a local favorite that people talked about — and kept coming back to.
Among all her dishes, one stood out above the rest: her Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich.
When life doesn’t go as planned,
open another door.
Just as Diane’s restaurant was gaining momentum, the pandemic hit—and catering came to a halt.
But Diane adapted. Seeing how much people loved her Korean-inspired chicken sandwiches, she shifted her focus from events to everyday diners. What began as a challenge soon became an opportunity.
After the pandemic, Sweet Radish was born — her way of sharing elevated, handcrafted chicken dishes infused with the Korean flavors people already loved, so more could enjoy them every day.
Through it all, Diane’s mission has remained the same: to create the best food that bring joy and strength to people’s everyday lives.