The Inns and Outs of Hotel Management

Foreign businesses take one of two roads — the road of assimilation or the role of education. A hotel is a bit different because it has to fill both of these roles at once. The Holiday Inn in Gwangju has been under the leadership of Michael Wilson for the past two years and over that time it has really worked itself into the fabric of the city as something both local and foreign all at once; it is a melting pot of east meets west and it doesn’t cut back on any of it.

German Bar 2: A Car Park Reborn, the Beginnings of a Mural Project

Song himself is an interesting character. For those who have been to German Bar and can’t place him, he is the guy smiling from ear to ear as you enter, giving you a very warm welcome.

Restaurant Review: The Lounge Bar

t’s the perfect setting before hitting the clubs, or for a more relaxed get-together away from the noise and racket of downtown bars.

Restaurant Review: Cafe Barie

Barie is definitely one of Gwangju’s better options for Italian dining if that’s the kind of thing that you particularly enjoy back home (like me).

Sundubu Jjigae How-to

Sundubu jjigae is a widely loved Korean food. Recently, The New York Times called it an ideal winter food.

Restaurant Review: Pho Hanoi

Pho Hanoi is located between Megabox and Moojinjoo downtown – it’s pretty hard to miss.

Oyster Jeon How-to

Oysters are often referred to as “the milk of the sea” because they contain lots of calcium. They are also very popular as a stamina food for Korean men. Here is a simple but tasty oyster recipe for you.

Hobakjook (Pumpkin Porridge) How-to

Why not try a warm bowl of pumpkin porridge yourself and get a taste of Korean history?