CULTURE
CULTURE
FEATURED: Beat the heat with these Korean cold noodle dishes
TRAVEL GUIDES
TRAVEL GUIDES
Tired of the same old café scene? Spice up your day with a cake decorating class instead!
Travel and food writer, Thuy Bui, shares everything she ate during her ultimate girls glamping weekend in Gangneung.
South Korea is a wonderland of technological innovation, phenomenal food, gorgeous wildlife, wonderful people… I could go on forever! But, it can take a bit of adjusting once you initially set foot there.
Traveller and food reviewer Thuy explores the Korean islands Jeju and Udo, from the rich culture to seafood cuisines!
With a rich history and multiple eateries to choose from, check out this trip itinerary for the coastal region of Pohang, South Korea.
Whether you’re looking for palaces and tombs to explore or simply a delicious meal, check out our travel and food guide to the region of Gyeongju.
"What did you have for lunch today?" "A convenience store triangle kimbap." This is the common response I often hear from my foreign friends in Korea.
If you want to experience the vibes of a pojangmacha, the infamous small tent or street stall seen in K-dramas, then this cosy bar restaurant in Hongdae may be for you.
We’ve got the ultimate guide to Heyri Art Village, with a range of places to go and things to eat across the day! Or maybe the week…
The city of Paju has so much to offer in terms of Korean cuisine, so we sent reviewer Thuy to try out a range of dishes and restaurants.
South Korea has become famous for its amazing cuisine, from bibimbap and BBQ to sweet treats like patbingsu. This time, we check out dishes from Jjangmien in Paju-si.
Trips to South Korea may be a little daunting, especially if it’s your first time! But don’t panic — here are the apps you’ll need during your visit.
FOOD
FOOD
Cold soup noodles are a go-to meal during summer for their cooling and refreshing qualities.
Elephant and Castle may be off the beaten track if you’re visiting London tourist hotspots, but don’t miss CheeMc for a Korean banquet.
With temperatures reaching as low as -20 degrees, winter in South Korea can be bracing, meaning the common cold often thrives like in the UK.
There are plenty of plant-based Korean dishes waiting to be tried, and they’re usually packed with flavour.
CULTURE SPOTLIGHT
CULTURE SPOTLIGHT
Whether you’re an old hand in esports, purely an LCK (League Championships Korea) team fan, or just getting started – one name you’ll have heard is T1.
South Korea is a wonderland of technological innovation, phenomenal food, gorgeous wildlife, wonderful people… I could go on forever! But, it can take a bit of adjusting once you initially set foot there.
On the 17th November, Korean high school students test years of dedicated studying in the infamous Suneung – the national college entrance exam. We explore Suneung’s formidable reputation and the lengths students go to pass.
Looking for your Korean culture fix? Look no further than Hallyu! The Korean Wave Exhibition at the V&A, South Kensington.
These days, the coffee obsession in Korea is more evident than ever before. But where does this obsession come from and where can you find your caffeine hit in the country?
Anyone interested in Korean culture or language will probably be vaguely familiar with the concept of ‘jeong’, but truly understanding its meaning and significance in South Korean society proves harder to achieve through simply reading about it on the internet.
‘Hanryu’/‘Hallyu’ — ‘Han’ referring to Korea and ‘Ryu’ meaning wave — has come to dominate modern pop culture narratives in the last twenty years. While there is a broad spectrum of what exactly can be defined as part of Hallyu, it can often be boiled down to five main categories…
KOREAN LANGUAGE
KOREAN LANGUAGE
Here are our four top tips for maintaining your Korean fluency and avoiding the decline of your language skills.
Looking to start learning Korean? Here are some of the best textbooks, apps, and online sites to help you get started.
Food and travel writer, Thuy Bui, explores South Korea’s North Eastern coastline and national park.