The Great Hummus Craze
Here in Gwangju artisanal hummus is blended up at small studio apartments and sold on the streets like crystal meth. But whose hummus is the best? Gwangju News is here to help with our Great Hummus Taste Test.
Hangeul Day
On October 9th it was once again time to honor one of Korea’s most famous inventions, the Korean native alphabet Hangeul (한글). Hangeul Day is the annual recognition and celebration of the written Korean language, which consists of 24 characters – 14 consonants and 10 vowels.
Gwangju Reunification Marathon Run
The Sunday morning sun was rising up to reveal a beautiful, slightly foggy landscape of rice fields and mountains out in the distance by the Gwangju Airport. Racers warmed up around the starting line as the races prepared to set off in rapid succession; the half-marathon, the ten kilometer and then the five kilometer.
Say “Kimchi”! Right now!
So the moral of the story is: listen to your co-workers and friends and eat your kimchi! Follow us on a journey with Kimchi.
Kimchi Noodles
Here is a recipe for a cold and tasty “Kimchi Noodle” for you to enjoy as the last of the summer sun fades away. As a garnish, besides kimchi, you can add anything you want to the noodle soup. For example, I usually add cucumber and an egg. And if you have broth in your refrigerator, the cooking time will be shorter. If you don’t have it, don’t worry about it. You can buy it at any market in Korea.
In Beijing
Maeve Story goes to Beijing and beyond with this story.
Korean Literature Review – Three Days in That Autumn
Elton LaClare investigates just what is inside “Three Days in That Autumn” by Pak Wan Seo.
“In the Mix” with Travvy G
When was the last time you tuned your radio to the Gwangju Foreigners’ Network at GFN 98.7FM? If you haven’t done so recently, then what are you waiting for? You’re missing out on some exciting broadcasting!