Gangneung is a city located in the eastern part of South Korea, belonging to Gangwon Province. Situated along the beautiful East Coast, it opens up to the east with the East Sea and nearby coastal areas. Gangneung is known for its natural landscapes and cultural charm. Key Features and Landmarks: Gyeongpo Beach and Gyeongpo Lake […]
Budae Jjigae, also known as Army Stew, is a Korean dish originating from the military bases of South Korea, particularly during the Korean War when U.S. soldiers shared their canned goods with locals. This unique stew is characterized by its unconventional combination of ingredients, blending items like sausages, spam, ramen, sweet potato noodles, and rice
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The Seoul Yangjaecheon Cafe Street refers to a area around the Yangjaecheon stream where diverse and charming cafes have gathered. Yangjaecheon is recognized as one of the beautiful natural landscapes in Seoul, alongside the Han River, and its surroundings feature walking paths and bike trails, serving as a popular destination for citizens to relax and
A nice café with a great atmosphere along the Yangjaecheon in Seoul Read More »
Sundae Guk is a representative traditional Korean dish, typically made using pig intestines and a mixture of pig or cow organs. This dish is a soup made with ‘sundae,’ a blood sausage made from the blood of pigs or cows mixed with flour. Sundae is created by mixing pig or cow blood with flour and
“Korean Meat Buffet Menu at Myeongnyun Jinsagalbi” Myeongnyun Jinsagalbi is one of the renowned meat restaurants in South Korea. With multiple locations nationwide, it stands out as one of the representative meat buffets in the country. Although famous for its meat buffet, Myeongnyun Jinsagalbi also offers a variety of side dishes and beverages to complement
Renewed prices for unlimited meat refills at Myeongnyun Jinsagalbi in Korea Read More »
Visited a place in Jangan-dong, Dongdaemun, featured on ‘The Master of Daily Life’ for its unique bossam kimchi and boiled pork. Despite arriving early, there was a wait of 3-4 groups, a testament to its popularity. Located on a somewhat secluded street in Dongdaemun Jangan-dong, the restaurant exuded an old-style charm reminiscent of traditional market
#DonghaeMakguksu #MakguksuHotspot #GangwonProvinceMakguksu Kangwon Province Makguksu is a traditional Korean dish featuring cold buckwheat noodles served in a flavorful broth. The noodles are typically accompanied by a rich and savory broth made from ingredients like beef or anchovies. The dish often includes various toppings such as cucumber, Korean pear, and a hard-boiled egg. Kangwon Province
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When I go to Sokcho, I always find myself rushing through the schedule without taking a moment to relax. So, I found the Two Some Place cafe in front of the dock. It’s a hotspot that offers a decent ocean view, especially overlooking the Sokcho inner harbor. The cafe has seating on the 1st to
Recommended Ocean View Cafe in Sokcho, Gangwon Province: Two Some Place Read More »
#PajuUdon #ButcakeUdon #SongWooHyun’sBrothlessUdon The Origin of Brothless Udon The origin of brothless udon is diverse, rooted in the culinary traditions of Japan and the contemporary changes in food culture. Brothless udon is typically served cold, much like chilled udon or noodles, and comes in various versions and adaptations. Several reasons contribute to the popularity of
Song Woo-hyun’s brothless udon at Butcake in Paju, Gyeonggi Province. Read More »
#HaegedongTuna #HaegedongSushi #HaegedongSushi #HaegedongSashimiRestaurant #SushiAndMore A Haegedong tuna and sushi restaurant that only I wanted to know, hidden and tucked away. After enjoying the delicious food, I found myself getting a bit tipsy, making it a place where I haven’t been in a long time. Let me introduce the place. Text and Photos by: Mingk
Hidden Haegedong Tuna Sashimi Restaurant, Sushi Specialties, and More at Sushi and More Read More »
#PocheonSsambap #SsamThieves #GwangneungArboretumSsambap Visited this place for lunch before starting a workshop at Pocheon Provence Village. It’s known for its delicious ssambap, a combination of soy sauce marinated crab and stir-fried pork, gaining popularity by word of mouth. Text and photos by Mingk The building has a unique appearance, not typical of a restaurant. Even
Pocheon ssambap, Gwangneung Arboretum, Jikdong-ri ssam thieves. Read More »
#PajuBakeryCafe #RyuJaeEunBakery #PajuBakery #PajuThemeBakery A cafe that I always visit with my business acquaintance in Paju after a meal. Today, we decided to go to a famous bakery cafe in Paju, a place we moved to upon the suggestion. Text and photos by: Mingk The original garlic Paju bakery. Later, I realized that just by
A variety of themed Paju bakery cafes, including local chains like Ryu Jae-eun Bakery Read More »
#SuyuriUdonHouseMenu #SuyuriUdonMenu #GreatPlaceForSoloDining #SoloDiningSpot #SuyuriUdonGimbap #SuyuriUdonNoodles Sometimes, when I don’t feel like eating at home, I visit Suyuri Udon House. I’m curious about the place where you can comfortably taste the broth with seaweed and green onions in a bowl at Suyuri Udon House. Text and photos by: Mingk 50m Suyuri Udon House Sanggye Branch
The menu at Suyuri Udon House includes gimbap, noodles, jjolmyeon, and gimbap. Read More »
#PajuMeatRestaurant #MunsanMeatRestaurant #WarmHomeCookedMeal #IbericoPork #IbericoPork There is a client representative who always takes me to delicious restaurants and cafes whenever we meet. This time, thanks to that representative, we discovered a hidden gem of a meat restaurant in Paju, Munsan, and it certainly did not disappoint. Text and Photos by: Mink Even without a prominent
#McDonaldsOperatingHours #McDonaldsMcMorningHours #McDonaldsMenu McDonald’s operating hours vary by location, but it’s essential to note that McMorning hours are generally set, requiring attention. Article and Photos by: Mink Eager to start the weekend morning with plans, I hurriedly headed to the McDonald’s in Junggye, aligning with their McMorning hours. Unable to find a suitable parking space
Operating hours and McMorning time at McDonald’s in South Korea. Read More »
#Byeolmijigyo #Byeolmijigyo Prices #별미지교영업시간 #별미지교이용요금 #별미지교메뉴 Casual place to visit when your appetite is a bit dull. The buffet, with its reasonable prices, consistently attracts a good number of customers each time. Written and photographed by: Mingk 💜 Byeolmijigyo Prices and Usage Fees: ✅ Weekdays: ✅ Weekends and Holidays: 💜 Byeolmijigyo(별미지교) Operating Hours: Note: The
Korean buffet Byeolmijigyo Prices Menu Usage Instructions Operating Hours Read More »
Visited a second restaurant in Sinlim Market, Sinlim-dong, Seoul. First, enjoyed delicious pork belly slices with makgeolli in the first round. In the second round, we indulged in seasonal flatfish (flounder) with shots of soju and beer, especially since it’s the season for fresh flatfish. Located inside Sinlim Market, it’s a seafood restaurant named “Mokpo
Starbucks Junggye Starbucks Operating Hours Starbucks Bank Intersection This is a place I often visit near my home. Although the store is small, it is always crowded with many people. Text and photos by: Mingk On this day, I was busy since the morning. It was a hectic day going to No Brand, McDonald’s, 2001
Originally located near Taereung, Taereung Maekgalbi moved a long time ago. The place had many pear trees, and it seems to have become famous for pork ribs in the area, using a method of raising pork ribs based on pears. Article and photos by: Mingk Even on a cold winter day, these days, with almost
Namyangju Byeolnae Pork Ribs at Taeneung Maekgalbi. Read More »
#GangnamCodStewRestaurant #MiGaCodCuisineSpecialty A Gangnam-based cod stew specialty restaurant located in Gaepo-dong, offering a refreshing and delicious cod stew that perfectly matches the lunch hour hustle and bustle. Article and photos by: Mink The parking lot is already full… From what I observed, most of the parked cars belong to other tenants in the building rather
#YonginBaekamSundaegukbap #BaekamSundaegukbap #JeilRestaurant On the way back from a business trip to Cheongju, I happened to come across a Baekam Sundaegukbap restaurant in Baekam-myeon, Yongin, while driving on the national highway. Looking for the most famous Sundaegukbap restaurant nearby, I was fortunate enough to find and park at this well-known eatery. Text and photos by:
Yongin Baekam Sundaegukbap at Jeil Sikdang. Read More »
#IncheonBakeryCafe #HanokCafe #JamiPalaceBakery I came across this bakery cafe by chance while looking for a supplier near Gimpo in Incheon. The presence felt from the traditional Korean palace-like exterior was impressive. Moreover, what I initially thought was a simple traditional restaurant turned out to be a bakery and patisserie. It goes to show that one
Jami Palace Bakery, a bakery cafe in Incheon that resembles a traditional Korean palace Read More »
It’s been a while since I visited Gwangmyeong’s Gureum San Chueotang Main Branch. I’ve known this place for quite some time now, and it’s still bustling with many people. The parking lot is managed separately, and even though it’s not small, the location isn’t very convenient for public transportation, so most people prefer to drive.
#IncheonChinatown #ChinatownChineseRestaurant #ShinseungBanjeom Incheon Chinatown is a place I visit occasionally when I crave Chinese food, even though I don’t particularly prefer it. It’s a place where I can find flavors not experienced in local Chinese restaurants. Text and Photos by: Mingk Exploring Shinseung Banjeom, a well-known Chinese restaurant in Incheon Chinatown. Next time, I’ll
Incheon Chinatown Chinese restaurant Shinseung Banjeom Read More »
Before the weather turned chilly one day, I had a fortunate opportunity to visit Sokcho. I visited Daechung Maru for the first time to taste their breakfast. After a long drive along the Seoul-Yangyang Expressway, we chose the national road to enjoy the picturesque autumn scenery of Seoraksan. As we crossed the Misiryeong Tunnel and
Local favorite breakfast spot for residents in Sokcho, Gangwon Province, Daechung Maru Read More »
To spend a fantastic day in Sokcho, we chose our second destination, a cozy ocean-view cafe located near Jangsa Port in Sokcho. We parked our car near Jangsa Port and took a moment to immerse ourselves in the winter seascape. Though the wind was a bit chilly, the winter ocean view left nothing to be
Ocean View Cafe ‘Another Blue’ in Jangsa Port, Sokcho, Gangwon Province Read More »
For the kids who love instant tteokbokki, I stumbled upon a place by chance. Somehow, I thought there might be one or two near the school, so I found it without much difficulty using Naver Maps. I checked the ratings, carefully read reviews, and thought it wouldn’t be bad, so I found Kyeonghee University’s instant
Seoul Hwagok Station Tteokbokki, Kyeonghee University’s Ddabong House. Read More »
“Cafe Palmbridge in Gomo-ri, Pocheon, is a large indoor garden café. Recently, it’s become one of the hottest cafes in Gomo-ri, with a constant stream of customers. And if you go on a holiday afternoon, you might even contribute to local traffic jams while searching for parking. Haha! In any case, I went there on
A cafe in Gomo-ri, Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, with an indoor garden, called Palmbridge. Read More »
I met up with a friend who lives in Jeongneung after a long time. It was a place I visited on a whim, but unexpectedly, I found a charming garden-themed pub. I had some pork ribs for the first round, and it was a place that I liked from the beginning, so going for another
A Seoul Jeongneung pub with a beautiful garden, Macjujeongwon. Read More »
1번지통닭(1st Street Chicken), which recently opened between Sathat Intersection in Junggye-dong and Wongwang Elementary School, seems to be breaking the strange tradition of that location. However, this time, it appears that the chicken restaurant is trying to change that trend, and I was curious to see why. 😄 It used to primarily have seafood restaurants
1st Avenue Chicken in Junggye-dong, Seoul Read More »
“After a long time, I visited the grilled cutlassfish alley in Namdaemun Market after work. It feels like it’s been almost 10 years since I last came here. I remember that when I first visited the cutlassfish alley, I would just go to any place without caring about whether it was a good restaurant. But
When you visit Gangneung, there is a cafe on Gangmun Beach that you’ll want to visit at least once. It’s like a religious ritual for me to enjoy an iced Americano while gazing at Gangmun Beach, and I’ve been doing it for as long as I can remember. This Starbucks cafe, spanning from the 1st
“After contemplating, I found Cheorwon Yangpyeong Haejangguk. I remembered the taste from when I had it in Ilsan, so I decided to look for it near Incheon Bupyeong. The place has a decent parking facility. 🌈 Menu: There were some menu items that had a bit of distinctiveness compared to other Cheorwon Yangpyeong Haejangguk places.
Yangseonji Haejangguk, a menu from Cheorwon, South Korea Read More »
Once a year, I seek out Dongducheon’s military stew. I first discovered it through a friend’s recommendation and went a few times, but since then, it has become a place I visit occasionally whenever I crave its taste. Initially, it didn’t appear on Baek Jong-won’s Three Great Kings, but at some point, it gained media
Gangneung’s “Ulleung Seaweed and Rockfish Soup” is a traditional dish in the region, prepared using local specialties – rockfish and seaweed. The origin of this dish is believed to be rooted in the active fishing activities of coastal communities in the Gangneung area. Rockfish, commonly caught along the East Sea, is known for its fresh
Old Taekwang Restaurant, a breakfast spot for rockfish seaweed soup in Gangneung Korea. Read More »