Reuniting with Nature

By Pratibha Hello everyone!!! I am back with another place that I discovered. It is not a cafe but a pension, where I spent a day before the exam week detoxifying my brain and heart. If it were not far from Seoul, I might have gone for walks or short visits, but it would have […]

Hidden Hong Kong in Seoul: No Need Passport, Just A Transportation Card! 

By Stefanie Kosim If you’ve been craving a quick escape from your daily routine but your budget (and finals schedule) says no to international flights, I’ve got just the thing. Tucked away on a hilltop neighborhood near Changsin Station, there’s a little corner of Seoul that feels like a scene straight out of a Hong […]

Weekend Gateway? Don’t Go Around Seoul, Try Suwon Instead!

By Stefanie Kosim Let’s be honest—sometimes Seoul can feel a bit too familiar. Same cafes, same streets, same hangout spots. If you’ve ever thought, “I need a change of scenery, but I don’t want to go too far,” this one’s for you: a one-day trip to Suwon that’s close, easy, and surprisingly aesthetic. Cool Tips of Getting […]

Discovering the Vibes of Jongno 3-ga: A Hidden Gem for Food Lovers!!

Hello! Welcome back!! If you’re an international student living in Seoul, you’re probably always on the lookout for exciting places to explore, especially when it comes to food. While popular spots like Hongdae or Myeongdong get a lot of attention, Jongno 3-ga (종로3가) is a lesser known neighborhood that deserves to be on your radar!!!! […]

How to Enjoy Korean Barbecue: Pick the Right Side Dishes!

Now that you know the different types of pork cuts, it’s time we talk about side dishes you should never forget when you’re having Korean barbecue. My definition of side dishes in this article is wide-range, so it would include vegetables for ‘쌈(to be explained later),’ cold noodles(냉면) and even soup!   쌈 (Ssam) Maybe […]

All Kinds of Alcohol Mixtures in Korea (Part 3)

The last two articles I wrote were about the different types of alcohol mixtures Koreans drink. Saddly, this article is not an article about alcohol. It is the last of my ‘alcohol’ series though, an article about hangover food. After a great night with alcohol. Koreans go to eat food to help them with their […]

Unique Drinks You Must Try in Korean Convenience Stores

A typical Korean convenience store offers a wide range of products for us. There isn’t much you can’t find in Korean convenience stores especially when it comes to snacks and drinks! For those who want to try something you can find only in Korea, I will introduce three unique drinks you can commonly see in […]

The Michelin Guide Seoul 2017

Do you know what Michelin is? Michelin guide lets us know which restaurants are tasty, without getting sponsored from any restaurants in advance. According to the video from Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nD1GI3QP97M), the inspectors from Michelin always take a table before 7:30. The first of a pair arrives early and has a drink at the bar. His […]