Forgive North Korea’s Food Debt

Under normal circumstances when someone doesn’t pay back a loan, that person should be allowed to default on the debt and face the appropriate consequences. Such is not the case with the latest political drama between the ROK and DPRK governments.

Sesame Leaf Jeon (깻잎전) How-to

Let’s all enjoy sesame leaf jeon and have beautiful skin and a healthy body!

Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea

One hundred and ten nations participated in this Expo, each bringing interactive media, food, art and information from their home countries; each country also made a special effort to talk about their regional waters and their problems, as well as to provide information on their conservation and environmental efforts.

Restaurant Review: Don-kasu Jiro (돈까스 지로)

Prices range between 7,000 and 9,000 won. As far as don-kasu goes, I’d say this is a good place to go next time you need your fix.

Restaurant Review: California Sushi Roll

Gabriel gives us a look inside California Sushi Roll.

Treat Yourself Right – Drink Real Makgeolli!

Traditionally most popular among farmers who would drink it while working in their fields for its apparently healthy effects, makgeolli is now rapidly gaining popularity among younger crowds in big cities.

Hwajeon (화전 Flower Pancake) How-to

What looks good, tastes good. What phrase could be better for describing hwajeon? Hwajeon is one of the most beautiful Korean foods, and it represents spring.

Pink Slime: What’s Your Beef?

With the enforcement of the KORUS Free Trade Agreement in March 2012, more American beef will be coming to Korean markets. But is it really 100 percent beef? Is it likely to be harmful for those who consume it?