Top Christmas Gifts to Send Home

If you’re struggling to think of things to include in that Christmas parcel, here are some ideas to get you started.

Budae Jigae, “Army Base Stew” How-to

Budae jjigae is made up of various meats, vegetables, and noodles combined together in a spicy stew. Most Koreans really enjoy it, and you can find it anywhere in Korea, sometimes at any hour! This stew is very quick and easy to make.

Nakji Bokkeum (Stir-fried baby octopus) How-to

There is a saying, “If you feed three to four octopuses to a scraggy cow, it will soon have strength.” Octopus is a low-cholesterol, low-calorie stamina food and has been enjoyed as a health food for a long time.

Restaurant Review: So Blue Cafe

Concrete walls, dimmed lighting, wooden tables and chairs, and framed photos of anonymous street scenes give the place a nice vibe.

Vegan Burgers How-to

By Justyna Jurczykowska Everybody loves burgers, even vegans! Here is a simple recipe that is very nutritious and extremely delicious. Homemade vegan burgers have far fewer calories than meat burgers, … Read More

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.

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.