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Scallops and Stories: A Family Feast at Sunn's

2/20/2026

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Story summary
  • The author reflects on dining at Sunn's, a small Korean restaurant in Lower Manhattan, to show how food carries family stories.
  • Sunny Lee, the chef-owner of Sunn's, served scallops harvested by her retired father off Gloucester, Massachusetts, during the memorable meal.
  • Lee's pride in her family's tradition and the scallops' freshness created a unique dining experience.
  • The narrative emphasizes that personal stories can enhance restaurant meals.