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Summer in Korea is never complete without a steaming bowl of samgyetang – ironically most popular during the three hottest days of summer. It is believed that samgyetang helps re-energize a person on account of losing stamina over the course of the summer. Samgyetang is translated as ginseng chicken soup, drawing from three Korean…
With over 120, 000 visitors per year, the Jeongseon Arirang Market, known as the mother of agricultural markets, is a livestock to many farmers who directly sell their harvests to the market. Despite being faced by technological advancements, and industrialization which lead to the declining number of farmers, Jeongseon Arirang Market still remains successful and…
The kimchi-bokkeumbap (김치볶음밥) or the kimchi fried rice is arguably the easiest to make from the roster of Korean dishes. On a more cultural note, this dish puts together the staples of a Korean diet: rice and kimchi, easily a favorite across the country. The simplest version can be just putting together kimchi and…
Sundubu-jjigae is a Korean tofu stew known for its spiciness that makes use of soft tofu called sundubu, hence the name. The origins of this well-loved Korean dish are unknown but it is believed that its earliest version was first served during the Joseon dynasty. Sundubu-jjigae’s soup base consists of anchovy and kelp, considered as…
Considered as the world’s largest atypical architecture and a major urban development landmark in Seoul, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza or also known on its abbreviation DDP, is the heart of Korea’s fashion industry and a famous attraction. Are you a designer or a designer wannabe? Prepare to fill your eyes for DDP has it all…
When parties are convened, a basket of dakgangjeong sounds like a perfect choice – after all, one can never go wrong with these sweet crispy chicken bites. In the old times, dakgangjeong was made with an entire chicken cut up to smaller pieces but today the best of Korean friend chicken bits are either the…
In an era where experience plays an important role in consumption, the Korean beef short ribs or galbi seems a perfect response to the seekers of this currency. You, as the diner, get to cook this dish at your own pace and via your own grilling techniques. You may opt for that, it’s more fun,…
Jokbal is closer to bossam than to any Korean pork dishes, but not everyone falls in love with it at first sight just as you would with, say, bibimbap. To explain its charm is also to embrace the potential reaction that people might have with it. It is boiled pig leg and feet, and the…
Back in the past, people observed the stars to predict the weather. If you feel like wanting to experience the ancient ways of observing the stars, or a good start for you who wanted to unravel the wonders of astronomy, Cheomseongdae Observatory, the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia, is the place to go. It…
Slurping the thin glass noodles of naengmyeon is a delight in itself – the broth is ice-cold and the noodles are easy to the mouth. This is an especially good dish for hot days as it is light, quite unobtrusive and flows easily from the mouth, through the throat and down to your stomach. The…
Gamjatang or pork stew with potatoes is one of the many spicy choices in Korean cuisine and its deep red color is all thanks to the red hot peppers. It is best served with a bowl of rice and kimchi. The high-calorie gamjatang was said to have been popularized in the port area of…
Nowadays, aside from providing travel convenience and connecting places to places; bridges, being powered with high-technology, have become a favorite subject for aesthetic photos and are now becoming popular as attractions. At 450m long and 11.7m wide, Dolsandaegyo Bridge is the largest cable-stayed bridge in Korea. Since its construction in 1984, the bridge, which connects…
Bossam, one of Korea’s popular pork dishes, is nothing short of a feast for many. Bossam, or boiled pork, is usually served with slated napa cabbage leaves, radish salad, and salted shrimp. If the mood strikes, oysters are included in this Korean dish and bossam is then called gul-bossam. The process requires attention to detail,…
The tteokgalbi is a compound word and its direct translation means ‘rib rice cake’ which is more of a luxurious beef patty than a regular, commoner food. Rib cuts are pretty expensive and tteok dishes are often served during important Korean holidays. But then again, when you look at the history of tteokgalbi as a…
A great, fun-filled and of course the most exciting way to survey the very beautiful east coast of Korea is none other than boarding the Sea Train which holds tons of surprises. The tourist train stretches from Jeongdongjin to Samcheok and is comprised of four divided cabins with special rooms, one standard room and one…
Ever curious about the luxury and lifestyle the ancient royalties once enjoyed? The discovery of Daereungwon Tomb Complex where 23 large ancient tombs of kings, queens, and Silla Kingdom nobles where located, also marks the discovery of ancient treasures such as crowns and jewelry, that sums up to more than 11,000. The most famous tombs…
