My love for Korea stemmed from a love of K-pop and K-dramas that started more than a decade ago. I’ve been fortunate enough to visit Korea both as a tourist and a student. This blog is an accumulation of all that I’ve learned and tried.
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Jeongbang Waterfall & Seobok Exhibition Hall
Jeongbang Falls is one of the Jeju’s top 3 falls, along with Cheonjiyeon Falls and Cheonjeyeon Falls. Chasing waterfalls is a must-do (kinda) in Jeju. Having previously visited Cheonjeyeon, we thought it made more sense to check out Jeongbang Falls this time round. It is also very unique in that it is the only fall…
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bb.q Chicken: best fried chicken & beer chain in Korea
You can’t visit Korea without having tried KFC, aka Korean Fried Chicken. And if you can, you shouldn’t miss the best pairing of chimaek, aka chicken + maekju (beer). Korea has a few big fried chicken brands & franchises, and I’ve personally tried quite a few of them. However, I can safely say that my…
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Gyeongbokgung Palace & Gwanghwamun: is it worth your time?
You can’t say you’ve been to Korea if you have never visited Gyeongbokgung Palace. This is especially if you are a huge fan of Korean period dramas, as this palace is one of the most iconic filming sites. Plus point: This was the filming location for “Rooftop Prince”, “Queen In-Hyun’s Man” and “Moon Embracing the Sun”!…
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Ssamzigil: art & craft hub of Insadong
I typically like to arrange for an afternoon trip to Insadong after visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace or Bukchon Hanok Village, followed by lunch at Tosokchon Samgyetang. You can have afternoon tea at one of the traditional teahouses in Insadong, followed by a trip to Ssamzigil! It’s hard to miss Ssamzigil when the open-air mall is always…
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Bondon: affordable & popular KBBQ in Jeju
Most travel guides would have you know that black pork is a must-try in Jeju, and many would be lured to the famous Black Pork Street which is lined with specialty KBBQ. Black pork supposedly has an unusual flavour and a chewy consistency that is not found in your usual pork. However, I also heard…
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Andong Jjimdak: Seoul chain restaurant for the hearty dish
Andong Jjimdak is one of my favourite Korean dishes of all time. Unfortunately, it is not commonly offered in Korean restaurants overseas. Hence, I always make it a point to have this amazing dish when I’m in Korea. Andong jjimdak is a braised chicken dish mixed with vegetables, marinated in a soy sauce-based sauce. It…
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Seoul Forest: park in the city where locals hangout
Other than visiting the cafés and cute little shops around Seongsu-dong, one obvious thing to do was none other than visit Seoul Forest itself. Although its name suggests otherwise, Seoul Forest is actually a very large park in the city. It is immensely popular with the locals for its cherry blossoms in Spring and Ginkgo Tree Forest in Autumn.…
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Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market: best street food in Jeju
I love hunting for street food in every Korean city I visit. However, it was not easy finding it during my Jeju trip because it was winter and no one wanted to be freezing out on the streets. The good news, however, is that the markets in Korea are full of street food & snack…
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Seogwipean Bakery: gorgeous Jeju café with tasty pastries
Other than Biyangnol, another Jeju café that has been trending on social media is definitely Seogwipean Bakery. You can easily spot Seogwipean Bakery from far away with the signature signboard – the entire building belongs to the cafe. Located in a quiet part of town by the seaside, you can already tell that the views…
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BUY & TRY: Korea’s Convenience Store F&B
Common convenience store chains you will find in Korea include GS25, CU, 7-11, Mini Stop and FamilyMart. They’re found at almost every corner, and in every place that you think you might starve to death because there isn’t a proper restaurant in sight. Settling a meal in any of the convenience stores in Korea is…