What to See, Eat and Do in Korea (and Beyond)
Seoul Grand Park’s cherry blossoms are beyond gorgeous. We’ve been to cherry blossom festivals all over Korea including Jinhae and it’s hard to compete with the vistas at Seoul Grand Park.
March is quickly approaching, which means it’s almost Suga Day! March 9th marks the birthday of our beloved Yoongi. And if you happen to be in Seoul, there are lots of birthday projects and cup sleeve events to check out!
COSRX is a hypoallergenic skin care brand for sensitive skin. It was and continues to be exactly that. There are obviously A LOT more skincare options now, but there has never been a point (since 2015) where a COSRX product hasn’t been a part of my daily skincare routine.
The forecast for cherry blossom season in 2025 has finally been released. Warmer climates make a slow approach from south meaning Jeju and Busan will see their cherry blossom trees blossom over a week earlier than northern regions like Seoul.
Bibimbap (비빔밥) is essentially a simple, albeit colorful, Korean rice bowl topped with all sorts of seasoned sautéed vegetables and gochujang (chili pepper paste). A lot of times it can come with additional mix-ins like marinated beef, seafood, a fried egg… truly the possibilities are endless. It’s probably one of the most well known Korean dishes and one of the most popular among foreigners and tourists due to it’s versatility. It is a deliciously satisfying meal option for those with dietary restrictions who want to eat authentic Korean cuisine.
When it comes to cherry blossom season in Seoul, there are 2 different types of cafes you want to target: cafes with a beautiful view of the cherry blossoms and cafes with a cherry blossom themed menu. If you’re super lucky, you may come across a cafe that offers both! Though rest assured, there will be a waiting time to get into these places and seasonal desserts my run out early.
One of my recommendations when shopping in Korea is a fragrance. It’s hard to put my finger on what it is, but Korean fragrances just hit different. And it’s not just the fragrance. It’s the packaging, theming and concept that goes into the whole package. Shopping for a fragrance in Korea is a whole experience in its own right and Hotel Dawson is no exception.
When it comes to BTS restaurants, Yoojung Sikdang is THE go-to place. It’s where the members of BTS frequently ate eat during their trainee and rookie years, sometimes up to 3 times a day. And the ajumma who used to personally feed the boys whenever they came is still running the place. It definitely belongs on the itinerary of any ARMY, but if you’ve already been or are looking for more, then you need to check out Superstar Tteokbokki.
The internet hype-train is a real thing and it’s hard to distinguish between good cafes and cafes that only look good on social media. That’s especially true for Seoul where trends change quickly and we’re all left behind trying to catch up while fighting off the FOMO.
That’s why we’ve put together this list of three cafes are worth the hype and certainly worth your time.
For most people, February’s most iconic holiday is Valentines Day. But for BTS ARMY it’s, without a doubt, J-Hope Day! February 18th marks the birthday of our favorite ray of sunshine Hobie. And if you happen to be in Seoul, there are lots of birthday projects and cup sleeve events to check out!
Cafe Pokpo’s popularity has exploded making it one of the most visited spots in Seoul. It’s hard not to see why, there are photos all over Instagram and videos all over TikTok showing off the “waterfall cafe” in Seoul.
But, if you’re planning on making the trip out to this gem, you’ll want to check out our tips so you don’t waste your time and get the most out of your visit. Here are our 5 tips for visiting Cafe Pokpo:
