Brave enough to try moving octopus (Sannakji)? Noryangjin Fish Market is a sprawling, 24-hour seafood wonderland. Learn how to negotiate with vendors, select the freshest seafood, and take your catch to the upstairs restaurants to be cooked to perfection.
Tteokbokki is Korea’s ultimate soul food. But to taste its history, you must visit Sindang-dong Tteokbokki Town. Famous for ‘Jeukseok Tteokbokki’ (cooked at your table with ramen, eggs, and dumplings), this street has been serving up spicy goodness since the 1950s.
Heartbroken K-drama characters always end up at a Pojangmacha (orange street tent) drinking Soju and eating piping hot Udon. Experience this quintessential Korean nightlife culture in areas like Jongno and Yeouido. Here’s how to order and what to expect.
Featured on Netflix’s ‘Street Food: Asia’, Gwangjang Market is a paradise for authentic Korean flavors. Dive into the bustling alleys to taste crispy Mung Bean Pancakes (Bindaetteok), addictive Mayak Gimbap, and the freshest Yukhoe (beef tartare). Here is exactly what to eat and where to find the best stalls.
There is nothing more ‘Seoul’ than enjoying Chimaek (Fried Chicken and Beer) along the banks of the Han River. Learn how to order delivery chicken directly to your picnic mat, rent a cozy tent, and enjoy the beautiful sunset and Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain just like the locals do.
Sizzling pork belly, endless side dishes (banchan), and the perfect Soju pairing—Korean BBQ is an experience you cannot miss. But the etiquette and grilling process can be intimidating for beginners. Here is your ultimate guide to ordering, wrapping your Ssam, and grilling like a true Korean.
Korean cuisine is famous for meat, but it also has a deep-rooted plant-based tradition thanks to Buddhist temple food. From vegan-friendly Bibimbap to modern plant-based restaurants in Itaewon and Insadong, surviving and thriving as a vegan in Korea is easier than you think.
Jeju Island is Korea’s premier holiday destination, famous for two things: succulent Black Pork (Heuk Dwaeji) and breathtaking coastal cafes. Discover the best local BBQ joints in Seogwipo and the most Instagrammable cliffside coffee shops in Aewol.
Myeongdong is a bustling paradise of cosmetics and street food carts. From grilled lobster tails and cheese scallops to towering 32cm ice cream cones, the choices are overwhelming. We break down the must-try items and the tourist traps to avoid.
Korean convenience stores (CU, GS25, 7-Eleven) are a lifestyle. Thanks to TikTok, mixing the famous ‘Mark Meal’ (spaghetti and tteokbokki) or creating the perfect custom ice cup drink is a massive trend. Here are the top viral recipes to try on your late-night snack run.
