Gyeongbokgung Palace
The largest and most majestic of the Five Grand Palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty. Don’t miss the changing of the royal guard ceremony or the two museums located on the palace grounds - the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum.
Gwangjang Sijang
A market in Seoul with diverse foods. Well-known for Yuk-hoe, bindae-ddeok, and other delicacies.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
An iconic landmark of modern Seoul designed by Zaha Hadid. This futuristic complex houses design galleries, exhibition spaces, and a vibrant night market. The curved aluminum exterior is particularly stunning when illuminated at night.
Changdeokgung Palace
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the “Five Grand Palaces” of the Joseon Dynasty. Famous for its beautiful Secret Garden (Huwon), this palace harmoniously blends with the natural landscape.
Bukchon Hanok Village
A charming traditional Korean village with hundreds of hanok (traditional Korean houses) nestled between Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung Palaces. Stroll through narrow alleyways and experience Seoul’s living history.
Beyond Soju: the World of Korean Alcohol
Korean culture has swept the globe – K-Pop, K-Dramas, K-Beauty, and undeniably, K-Food. And what pairs better with delicious Korean cuisine than its unique and varied alcoholic beverages? While the small green bottle of Soju (소주) might be the most internationally recognized face of Korean alcohol, it’s merely the tip of the iceberg. The world of sul (술), the Korean term for alcohol, is incredibly rich, steeped in history, and offers a flavour profile for every palate.
The global interest in Korean culture continues to boom, making it the perfect time to explore beyond the familiar and discover both the celebrated staples and the hidden gems of Korean brewing and distilling traditions. Get ready to pour yourself a glass (or a traditional bowl!) and explore!
Review of restaurant “Doryang” in Seochon (Culinary Class Wars chef)
Doryang is a Chinese restaurant headed by one of the contestants of Culinary Class War on Netflix. I had been looking forward to trying this restaurant after passing in front of it multiple times when visiting Seochon, but I had never been able to secure a reservation slot. However, everything changed on March 25th when new reservation slots were added!
Dasan Station – Honest Review of Mom’s Touch Pizza & Chicken
Location: Mom’s Touch Pizza & Chicken, Namyangju Dasan Station Branch
I visited this location for the first time, and I was really impressed. The place was spotless, and everyone—from the owner to the part-timers—was super friendly. I’d only ever ordered delivery before, but dining in made a huge difference: the food was warm and definitely tasted better.
My husband had been craving about Mom’s Touch burgers since early morning, so we promptly put our diet plans on hold and headed over for a bite.
Checking Out Mankyeongsanghoe Near Konkuk University - My Honest Thoughts
(Location: Mankyeongsanghoe Konkuk Univ. Main Branch)
So, we braved the rain for a night out near Konkuk University! We had a bunch of dinner ideas, but everyone wanted something different. One friend was craving sashimi, another wanted something soupy, and someone else didn’t want sashimi to be the main event. Mankyeongsanghoe ended up being the pick because, hey, it looked like they had something for everyone!
Popular South Korean Drinking Games
One aspect of South Korean culture becomes very apparent after a few days in the country: the drinking culture is pretty developed. Alcohol made in South Korea is cheaply available in most convenient stores, and drinking establishments are open late at night/until early morning. South Koreans use alcohol to socialize and have developed many drinking games to do so. These games are especially popular among college students and in the army.
All the South Korean drinking games in this article play clockwise or counter-clockwise; just agree with other players before starting.
안녕클레오파트라 – Annyeong Cleopatra (Hello Cleopatra)
This simpler game consists of taking turns repeating the same song with a higher pitch than the previous player.
KPOP group Wanna One demonstrate the game 안녕클레오파트라 (Hello Cleopatra) in the video below.