What’s for lunch in Sangmu?

Visiting new restaurants is always pleasing, and there are a lot more fabulous places you can eat in at nice prices, especially during lunch hour in Gwangju. Now, are you ready for your happy lunch? Bon Appetit!

Korean Shaved Ice (팥빙수) How-to

In summer, it is one of the most popular desserts in Korea.

Restaurant Review: Sansu Momil

If Gabriel had to make a list of his top five favorite Korean dishes, naengmyeon would be on it. I like both the mul and bibim varieties equally.

Behind the Myth: Beat the Heat with Samgyetang?

It’s eaten all year round, but Koreans especially enjoy eating it on three “special” days in July and August, called Chobok (초복), Jungbok (중복) and Malbok (말복).

Oyster Jeon How-to

Oysters are often referred to as “the milk of the sea” because they contain lots of calcium. They are also very popular as a stamina food for Korean men. Here is a simple but tasty oyster recipe for you.

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.