Kong-guksu: Cold Soybean Noodle Soup
Written by Joe Wabe Summertime in Korea brings many creative dishes to the table, including dishes that are designed exclusively to help people recover and endure the hottest days in … Read More
Category: Food & Drink
A Date at “Hidden”
Written and photographed by Cami Ismanova. The culinary world is diverse in the City of Light. “Of course,” you might say, “Who doesn’t love to have a fragrant cup of … Read More
Bibimmyeon: Spicy Cool Noodles
Written by Joe Wabe One of the greatest ways to endure hot summers in Korea is through the enjoyment of cold and hot dishes during this season. “Heat beats heat” … Read More
Ahorita: A Taste from South of the Border
Written and photographed by Sarah Pittman This month’s restaurant has been causing quite a stir on the Gwangju Facebook page, so I decided to check it out. Ahorita is inspired … Read More
Kal-guksu: Knife-Cut Noodles
Written and photographed by Joe Wabe Kal-guksu (칼국수)is another Korean cuisine jewel. These delicious, handmade, knife-cut wheat flour noodles are usually served in a bowl with a broth that, depending … Read More
Abiko Curry
Written and photographed by Sarah Pittman Many Westerners will think of India when they hear the word “curry,” but the Japanese have a great culinary history of curries as well. … Read More
Cafe Goong: Modern Food in a Traditional Space
Written and photographed by Sarah Pittman This month’s featured restaurant is based on another reader recommendation. Cafe Goong is a modern cafe styled after the iconic Korean architecture, the hanok. … Read More
Buchimgae: Korean Pancake
Written and photographed by Joe Wabe One of the things I love about Korean cuisine is its relationship with everyday life. There are dishes for every season, weather, and mood. … Read More