I feel like I’ve been posting about cafes a lot lately. Last month, I had dinner in Myeong-dong with two friends. After a delicious dinner, one of my friends suggested we try a unique café instead of a chain. That’s how we ended up at Coffee Hanyakbang in Euljiro. It’s a retro-style café tucked away … Read more
Last Friday, I met up with a friend in Gwanghwamun. After having a Whopper meal at Burger King, we searched for a place to get dessert. That’s how we ended up at Vonzrr Bakery in Seochon. The weather was clear, and a cool breeze was blowing, making it perfect for a stroll, so we decided … Read more
I visited Hongik University Station last April for work. By the time I finished everything, it was around 4 p.m. It was too early for dinner but too late for lunch, so I headed to Hongdae Sak, a snack shop I used to frequent as a child, for a quick bite. Fortunately, they were still … Read more
I mentioned before that Samcheong-dong and Bukchon Hanok Village are neighborhoods I frequent. Samcheong-dong has many great restaurants and cafes. For example, there’s a place called Samcheongdong Sujebi. Samcheong-dong is located between Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insa-dong, making it easily accessible for foreign tourists. It used to be one of the hottest spots, so it was … Read more
Last week, while passing by Seoul City Hall, I saw people sitting on beanbags and reading books. Seeing them leisurely reading or relaxing with family, friends, and partners, I decided to join in. This is the Seoul Outdoor Library. Lying on a beanbag and gazing up at the clear Seoul sky was truly healing in … Read more
If you’re visiting Seoul, tteokbokki and gimbap are definitely must-try foods. That’s why you should head to a bunsik restaurant. In Korea, restaurants that sell tteokbokki, gimbap, and sundae are called bunsik restaurants. If you’re traveling to Seoul, you’ll likely stay near City Hall or Myeongdong. So today, I’d like to write about Tongtong Gimbap’s … Read more
I sometimes go up to Namsan Tower to enjoy the cool breeze and the panoramic view. This time, I found a traditional Korean restaurant near Namsan. That place is Mokmyeoksanbang’s Namsan Tower branch. I visited there this past February after finishing work in Myeongdong. My friend and I wanted to have dinner somewhere quiet and … Read more
Last week, the weather in Seoul was the epitome of summer. It was incredibly hot. The heat had completely drained my friend’s energy. I wanted to help soothe my friend’s exhausted body and mind. So, last Friday, we headed to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) Station together. We went there to eat octopus, which is famous … Read more
There are many special days in Korea. Among them, May 8 is Parents’ Day. It is a day to express gratitude to our parents and spend quality time together. To celebrate this year’s May 8th, I visited drRobin in Gwanghwamun to enjoy a delicious meal with my mother. Located in the heart of Seoul, it’s … Read more
In Korea, one of the must-have dishes the morning after a night of heavy drinking is dried pollack soup (Bugeokuk). That’s because sipping hot broth is the best way to soothe your stomach. I’m not much of a drinker myself, but I stop by this place whenever I crave hot soup and a hearty bowl … Read more