Best Instant Tteokbokki: Where To Buy It and How To Make It
If you like Korean food, then you’ve probably heard of the spicy goodness of tteokbokki. Not as spicy as Buldak Ramen, but still spicy if you ask me. Tteokbokki is a side dish or street food that is...
View ArticleWhat To Eat In Myeongdong: From Restaurants To Street Food
Myeongdong is one of the most popular districts in Seoul, Korea for tourists to stay, eat, shop, and more. If you’re looking for one of the most central districts in Seoul to stay, it’s Myeongdong. If...
View ArticleNurungji: The Korean Burnt Rice Dish You’ll Love
Nurungji (누룽지) is a traditional Korean delicacy that holds a prominent place in Korean cuisine and if you’re my daughter, it’s your favorite Korean comfort food. Called burnt rice or scorched rice,...
View ArticleBingsu: The Korean Shaved Ice Dish You’ll Love
Bingsu, also sometimes spelled bingsoo, is a refreshing Korean dessert that is a summertime staple and has gained popularity worldwide thanks to Korean dramas and the Hallyu Wave. You won’t generally...
View Article14 Of The Best Korean Fried Chicken Restaurants To Try
Getting ready to chow down in Korea and want to try the best Korean fried chicken? Want to have a chimaek experience and see what all of the fuss is about? There are some super popular Korean fried...
View ArticleHow Yakgwa Is Making A Comeback in Korea
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the ever-evolving landscape of Korean trends, you might have noticed a sweet(ish) sensation making a comeback: yakgwa (약과). This traditional Korean dessert that you can...
View ArticleChimaek: A Journey Through Korea’s Favorite Combo
Korean fried chicken has made waves in recent years across the internet for various reasons. Some people think it’s crispier than popular American-style fried chicken. Some think the sauces make it...
View ArticleOUL: A Unique Blend of Heritage and Modern Mixology in Seoul
When I first moved to Seoul, I was young dumb and, let’s face it, skint (a word I learned form my British roommate at the time) for most of my time. We frequented cheap pubs and drank beers outside of...
View ArticleThe Most Unique Convenience Store In Hongdae
For noodle aficionados and culinary adventurers alike, a new must-visit spot has emerged in Hongdae, Seoul. Already a super popular place to go, there are a ton of things to do in Hongdae and now...
View ArticleKorean Persimmons: The Culture, The Folktales, The Food
When autumn comes to Korea there’s no other fruit that represents the season better than persimmon, or gam (감). If you take a trip into the rural countryside of Korea, you will spot beautifully vibrant...
View ArticleA Tasty Journey Through Korean Kimbap: More Than Just “Korean Sushi”
I watched a video where a woman referred to Korean kimbap (김밥) as “Korean sushi” and I wondered why that moniker would ever start considering there’s no raw fish. Not to mention, it’s not Japanese,...
View ArticleYanggaeng Is Trending In Korea Thanks To K-Pop
In yet another show of retro and traditional Korean products re-emerging and even trending in fact, yanggaeng (양갱) is hot! K-pop sensation Bibi’s latest hit, “Bam Yang Gang,” has stirred up a craze and...
View ArticleThe Kimbap Cheonguk Menu Explained: What To Order From Kimbap To Noodle Soups
I was talking with some new students to Korea about budget-friendly food in Korea and where they can get simple but good Korean meals and brought up Kimbap Cheonguk, Kimbap Nara, Kimbap Paradise,...
View ArticleOne Of The Best Makgeolli Bars In Seoul: Sanullim 1992
When you look up bars in Seoul, you’re more often shown the newest and most modern spaces to enjoy libations. The thing is, the holes in the wall and the cozy wooden more traditional-themed pubs so so...
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