Night markets are an awesome way to experience a culture. You get a taste of the handmade goods, food, and entertainment. There’s always so much to see, buy and ultimately experience. On our short little getaway to Chiang Mai, we were lucky enough to check out not one, but two night markets! NIGHT BAZAAR On … Continue reading
Our first trip to Hong Kong was essentially a Disney Vacay, complete with a 3 days & 2 nights stay at Disney’s Hollywood Hotel. With one day designated for Disneyland and an early flight the following afternoon, it didn’t leave us with much time to explore Hong Kong itself. Nonetheless, having checked into our hotel … Continue reading
While Myeongdong (명동) is mostly known for its fabulous shopping experience, it also has a great street food scene. Last year I did a post on street vendors in Myeongdong and what foods to try when you need a break from all that shopping. This year I noticed a lot of new food options and … Continue reading
Hongdae is a great place to experience Korean culture. It’s known for its nightlife, fashion and art scene. As of late, it has also become a great place to indulge in some super tasty street food. While I’ve written posts before about some of Hongdae’s street food stalls like Mr. Churro and Hong Cup, I’ve decided … Continue reading
I love Korean street food, especially in the winter time. There is nothing quite like slipping into a little tent full of hot, cheap, delicious food on a chilly day and eating to your heart’s content. 오뎅 (odeng) aka fishcake, is probably one of the cheapest types of street food you can find and there are … Continue reading
새해 복 많이 받으세요, Happy Lunar New Year everyone!!! We are in the midst of our 설날 (Seol-nal) holiday here in Korea. Yesterday marked the first day of the new year on the lunar calendar. As it’s one of the most important holidays of the year many people have flocked to the countryside to spend it with … Continue reading
If there is anything I’ve learned in the time I’ve lived in Korea, it’s that they know how to snack here! From interesting packaged snacks you find at convenience stores to fresh street food, the tasty options are endless. It’s not just korean food either. Korea has no problem with bringing the delicious foods of … Continue reading
Happy 2015 everyone! Hope your new year is off to a wonderful start. A few years ago I shared my top three must-have winter snacks in Korea. Now I’d like to ring in the new year by adding three more to the list! 붕어빵 (Bungeo Bbang)/ 잉어빵 (Eenguh Bbang) Bungeo bbang literally translates to “crucian carp bread. ” … Continue reading
Fads are always coming and going in Korea: fashion fads, hair fads and even food fads! The newest snacking craze, churros, have caught the attention of the masses as of late. One might think that if you’ve tried one churro then you’ve tried them all, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. There are … Continue reading
UPDATE: A portion of this blog was updated to reflect corrected translations regarding statements made by Shin Yeon Hee as well as correct her title to “Mayor”. Chaos broke out on the infamous streets of Gangnam last Monday as hired “city workers” made their way down the sidewalks, evicting street vendors for establishing their stalls … Continue reading
