French Christmas Village at The Hyundai Seoul

French Christmas Village at The Hyundai Seoul

November 21, 2023
While people back stateside celebrate thanksgiving in November, in Korea we typically celebrate thanksgiving in September. This means Christmas festivities kick-off on November 1st, which is perfect for those visiting…
colorful French Christmas market themed pop up at shopping mall

Christmas Markets in Seoul

November 16, 2023
'Tis the season! If you thought Seoul's winter nights couldn't get brighter, think again. We're about to see an onslaught of Christmas decorations as we enter the holiday season in…
illustration of woman looking at apps

7 Helpful Apps When Traveling Korea

November 12, 2023
Just a few years ago, finding your way through the subway in Seoul was a chore if you couldn't read Korean. But now, there are multiple signs written in English,…
Chicken Kalguksu for the Seoul

Chicken Kalguksu for the Seoul

November 10, 2023
Kalguksu (칼국수) is a mainstay among traditional Korean dishes. Unlike other noodle dishes like ramen or even Italian pastas, the noodles in kalguksu are cut by hand using comically large…
thanksgiving meal set at a table

An American Thanksgiving in Seoul

November 7, 2023
There’s nothing that brings a smile to my face faster than a Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings. I’m talking turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, biscuits and probably a pumpkin pie…
Sundubu Jjigae, Good For The Seoul

Sundubu Jjigae, Good For The Seoul

November 6, 2023
The honest truth is, we go months without eating sundubu jjigae (soft spicy tofu stew). And then, when we finally have it again, it's amazing all over again. It hits…
Travel Tips for November in Korea

Travel Tips for November in Korea

November 3, 2023
November is here and Korea will slowly start shifting into winter. There are fewer outdoor events and festivals in November which gives us a chance to enjoy more of the…
table of cheesy gobchang with side dishes

The Best Gobchang in Jongro, Seoul

October 22, 2023
On the spectrum of exotic traditional Korean dishes, gobchang veers towards the more adventurous end. But then again, what else would you expect from cooked intestine? For the uninitiated, gobchang…