Russia: The Trans Siberian Railway

What better way to see Russia than by travelling on the great, epic journey, riding the rails of steel, and sitting back on the Trans-Siberian?

Restaurant Review: Bapboda Wang Mandu

Residents of Gwangju on the hunt for some new and tasty eats should look no further than the new giant dumpling take-out store that has opened its doors in the Pungam-dong area.

Meet the Mayor of Gwangju

Gwangju’s mayor, Kang Un-tae, who was elected in 2010 and will serve until 2014, shares his experience and network from previous elected positions as mayor of Suncheon (‘89-‘90), mayor of Gwangju (‘94-‘95), minister of Internal Affairs (’97), and as a member of the National Assembly (’00 and ’08).

The Children’s Home Barbecue

As the shadows slowly slip into the late afternoon, children and the child-like run around squealing, screeching and smiling with pleasure as they clasp soft-drink bottles half-filled with water. A range of ages and nationalities sit around eating and chatting, connecting and relaxing, enjoying a sharing of the sunny end to the weekend.

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!