I was researching for places to eat in Seongsu-dong on my first trip there as I was unfamiliar with the trendy neighbourhood, and I saw a few different media recommending this restaurant called Grandmother’s Recipe that served Korean home-style cooking. I was immediately drawn to the appetising photos, coupled with the fact that I really … Continue reading Grandmother’s Recipe 할머니의 레시피
I’ve never been a great fan of porridge, but I’ve always found it particularly comforting to have in cold weather, which is why I always make it a point to eat a bowl of piping hot porridge when I’m in Korea during the autumn and winter seasons. Unfortunately, MiGaBon, the extremely popular porridge restaurant in … Continue reading Bonjuk Porridge (Garosu-gil)
If you’ve never heard of Seongsu-dong until now, you’re not alone. This trendy neighbourhood is mainly known among locals, and is often called the Brooklyn of Seoul. On the weekends, you’ll find lots of young millennials coming here for craft coffee and organic restaurants. My main intention for visiting Seongsu-dong was to try Grandmother’s Recipe, … Continue reading Today’s Enough Espresso Bar
After 3 long years, I finally had the chance to travel to Korea again! Unfortunately, many of my favourite haunts did not survive the challenging times and closed down (I’ll get around to updating my blog accordingly), but there is a silver lining – many new places have popped up in place and that gave … Continue reading Ningyocho Sikdang (닝교초식당)
Even if you don’t use the KakaoTalk messaging app, chances are that you’ve seen the adorable Kakao Friends characters before, with the most popular ones being Ryan (the lion, not a bear!!) and Apeach, the absolutely cute & feisty peach. Kakao Friends stores are ALL over Korea, and many of them are often packed with … Continue reading Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store & Ryan Cafe
I had always wanted to visit one of Korea’s numerous animal cafés (you’ll be absolutely stunned by the type of animals they actually keep in these cafés, including meerkats, sheep, llama, and what have you), and in 2019 I finally got the chance to visit one of the most popular dog cafés in Seoul – Bau House! Continue reading [CLOSED] Bau House Dog Café 바우하우스
It was right in the thick of summer, which made it perfect for eating naengmyeon (as per my friend’s order) – but there’s also never a bad time to eat pork soup! Continue reading Jeju Olle Naengmyeon
Jeontong Dawon is a tea cafe located inside Kyung-In Gallery in Insadong – its architecture stores the features of 19th Century traditional hanok with Korean traditional style interiors. Continue reading Jeontong Dawon
Gwangjang Market was made famous internationally by Running Man, but it really took off when it was featured in Netflix’s Street Food. Many locals do come here to eat a piping hot bowl of comforting kalguksu (handmade noodles), so if you want to see a gathering of the most authentic and delicious Korean cuisine, Gwangjang Market is the one to visit. Continue reading Gwangjang Market
Most people visit Osulloc Tea House for their green tea desserts , but I highly recommend trying out their teas first to fully appreciate the tea flavours. The premium tea leaves that they use really shine through, and it would be a deep pity not to give it the recognition it deserves. Continue reading [CLOSED] Osulloc Tea House (Myeongdong)
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