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A first bite of the dongtaejeon belies the charm of the pollock fish. While its taste is stronger than its white-fish counterparts (but still within the range of neutral), elsewhere in the world pollock is used as a substitute to cod (think fish and chips). Korea’s dongtaejeon is dipped first in beaten eggs, then coated…
A discontinued train line turned into a popular tourist attraction? Believe it or not, it rains tourists in Gangchon Rail Park, where so many visitors would love to try and delve into the fun experience. Visitors can pedal along old railroad tracks while enjoying the stupendous scenery of the Bukhangang River. You can choose from…
Are you bored out of long walks and wanted a life-changing dare? If you need a break from the city hustle, and wanted to experience Nature the exciting way, I welcome you to a natural park, that will give you supernatural chills, Taejongdae. Located on the southernmost tip of Yeongdo-gu, the sight of cliffs, temples…
This is a bit of a tall order for a banchan because it requires that you have an earthenware bowl, called ttukbaegi in Korean — hence the dish name. The ttukbaegi is a type of earthenware bowl coated with ash glaze and is a permanent fixture to doenjangjjigae and other jjigae dishes. The bowl…
Dried squid may be a little hard to munch on, especially since the fresh version may be too much of a chewy adventure. But ojingeochae-muchim is an especially delicious side dish which you can also add to your already burgeoning lunchbox should the mood for spicy banchans hit. This is spicy, and a good fit…
If you think beef couldn’t be turned into a side dish, think again. Making a beef side dish sounds so extra, but in Korean cuisine parlance this translates to jangjorim or beef braised in soy sauce. The jangjorim is popular in lunch boxes, or stuff you bring for picnics as this is precisely meant to…
If you’re a huge a fan of musicals, theater acts and operas, this unique and beautiful concept by Nanta Show; the longest running show in the entire history of Korea will surely make you fall in love with the kitchen, and probably inspire you to use your kitchen utensils as improvised musical instruments. This award…
Ever wanted to experience shopping raised to the higher level? I mean to the lower level since it is an underground shopping mall. Renowned as the largest underground shopping mall in Asia, Starfield COEX Mall will surely offer everything your fashionista heart, and even the inner child within you desires! Home to hundreds of clothing…
One of the the three sacred mountains of Korea, Taebaeksan Mountain National Park, is also a list topper when it comes to the best mountains to trek, hike, explore, and experience the great splendor of Nature. Are you ready for a long trek, and to stop your breath? Taebaeksan features several high peaks, yet easy…
The garlic is one of the age-old ingredient favorites across the globe as this bulb from the onion family provides excitement to an otherwise bland meal. Pungent when fresh, the garlic smells enticing when cooked to perfection – or fried in butter. In the kkanpunggi (spicy garlic fried chicken) of Korea, garlic is central to…
Naejangsan, called as “Geumgangsan of Honam” for the fascinating sight of the mountain during autumn, and also referred as the mountain of many secrets (for naejang means many secrets), is a famous mountain in the Jeolla-do province, and the best mountain in Korea for viewing autumn’s purple-ish red colours. The park is 76,032 sq. km.…
Ni Hao! Let’s explore little China seated within Incheon where you can find so many things to see, and of course to eat! Korea’s only Chinatown, and also the largest one, Incheon’s China Town features an 11-meter high Chinese style gateway or paifang. Back then, space is intended for trading Chinese goods, where stores and…
You’ll probably go crazy over kimchi while exploring this food museum that’s exclusive only for Kimchi. Considered as Korea’s most staple food, kimchi has become a trademark to the Korean food culture. The Museum Kimchikan or formerly known as the Kimchi Museum, is no doubt hailed as one of the best food museums in the…
While some amusement sites and attraction give you a dreamy and fairytale-ish experience, the Poopoo land will probably give you the sudden urge to poop! Everything poopie, and everything about toilets are funnily exhibited here. This one-of-a-kind Poop experience playground will make you experience how to get digested. Yes you read it right! One can…
The perennial Korean favorite bibimbap takes on several forms and hoe-deopbap is one of the many unique ways to excite the food adventurers. The hoe-deopbap highlights the use of the freshest fish and then various vegetables served uncooked on top of steamed rice – in fact, the only thing that might have gone through fire…
The War years are indeed the most devastating period of the human history. Despite how successful the nation of Korea is, it has experienced long war period from the hands of foreign invaders and even with their own brothers. The War Memorial of Korea is intended to honor the sacrifices of the soldiers, peacekeepers, and…
