[The Euljiro Eulogies: Dongwon Jip] Restaurant staff: “It’s nice to have more recognition, but after appearing on a popular food…
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Lunar New Year (Seollal) wouldn’t be complete without a mandatory bowl of tteokguk 떡국 (rice cake soup), a dish that…
[The Euljiro Eulogies: Wonjo Nokdu] An anonymous ground source: “You’d be foolish to think only Sewoon District 3 (Euljiro 3ga…
[The Euljiro Eulogies: Ahnsung Jip] Ahnsung Jip was not only a classic restaurant that served deliciously wholesome food for over…
[The Euljiro Eulogies: Saejin Sikdang] Metal shop owner: “I’ve occupied this spot for over 30 years but have been in…
I always get excited when I try new dishes from different regions of Korea, especially dishes that I’ve never heard…
It’s been three years since I visited Jeonju — the birthplace of bibimbap and other culinary delights — but that…
Continuing the theme of Namdaemun’s best eats, Joongang Sikdang joins an impressive list of reputable restaurants in the bustling market.…
If you’ve been following me on Facebook and Instagram, you probably know that I worked at a modern Korean restaurant…
[The Euljiro Eulogies: Chosunok] The last post was pretty depressing to write and this one is no different. It’s kind…
Being close to the old home near Hyochang Park, I was fortunate to have this small, cozy, and quaint Korean-Chinese…
Among the terrific restaurants in Gangwon Province (which there are plenty), Pulnaeeum “Scent of Grass” will always stand out because…
Nakji Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-Fried Octopus) is one of the spiciest dishes in Korean cuisine and it happens to be a…
When you have only a few dishes on the menu, chances are you’re making them well enough to attract and…
[The Euljiro Eulogies: Eulji Myeonok] Can’t believe it’s been three years since @noodlepie and I broke bread in Jeju and…
After a blistering night in Seoul attending a dear friend’s birthday and then revisiting my favorite places in Jongro in…
The original budae jjigae can be experienced up north in Uijeongbu, but for those who don’t have time to travel…
Besides the central district of Jongro, I’ve been fortunate to discover tons of terrific restaurants in and around Cheongnyangri, specifically…
Never thought I’d find another kimchi jjigae restaurant to crack my top 10, but indeed I have. It’s not as…