Super Cool Sounds

The Seoul-based musical talent booking agency Super Color Super brought a touring party of five bands to play in Gwangju’s downtown performance venue Club Nevermind in 2011.

Dave Shaffer: Four Decades in Gwangju

Dr. David Shaffer provides answers and insight about teaching English in the Gwangju News monthly column “Letters to KOTESOL.”

Out of this world: Jeju’s Lava Tubes

It is impossible to say there is nothing to do on Jeju Island. Venturing outside Jeju City, you can partake in some of the dodgy but interesting fun parks, bask in the sun on the beach at Seogwipo, or even explore under Jeju Island. Brooke Petersen explores the mystique that surrounds Jeju’s famous Geomunoreum Lava Tube System.

Vegan French Toast: How-to

In an average slice of French toast, there are about 500 calories. In this low-calorie, vegan recipe, which has no saturated fats, no cholesterol and no refined sugars, there are about 170 calories per serving. What a difference!

Photo Essay: Gwangju Thai Dancers

Gwangju has its very own traditional Thai dance troupe. All five of the specially trained traditional Thai dancers (below) live in Gwangju and began dancing together after meeting socially in 2011.

Introducing Kimchi

Kimchi – a fermented vegetable side dish steeped in fifteen centuries’ history – is a national symbol and an essential component in any Korean meal. Prepared by adept chefs, kimchi sports an appetizing blend of seasonings, Korea’s national side-dish – though it may seem simple – is a history-rich enigma.

Photo Essay

Artist Statement:
My art works run along strong environmental themes, and attempt to create an immersion of vision. This allows the viewer to witness the subtleties in passing of time. These are heavily influenced by the environments I find myself in every day, and attempt to recall these experiences of my memory for the viewer to share.

Restaurant Review: Cheongwon Momil

As the name suggests, Cheongwon Momil specializes in momil, and it’s always good. I’d recommend ordering that noodle dish instead of naengmyeon, at least at this restaurant chain.