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Cuisine: Korean

Myeongdong Kyoja offers tasty kalguksu and mandu

Myeongdong Kyoja has become a landmark of Myeong-dong with its specialties of kalguksu (noodle soup) and mandu (dumplings) for the past 50 years.
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On The Border and Shake Shack open in Busan

Two American chain restaurants — On the Border and Shake Shack — have finally made their debut in Busan.
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Cuisine: Korean

Busan's Namcheon Kalguksu serves delightful beef & mushroom kalguksu

Namcheon Kalguksu, which has been serving up delicious meals since its launch, is about 100 meters from Geumnyensan Subway Station gate 5. It used to be at a different location, but now it is settled in its own small building with space for parking.
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Chimek Festival in Daegu July 17-21

Daegu City will once again host one of the largest “chimek” get togethers in the country at the end of the month.
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A korean-style hanok dining experience in Gijang

Step back in time and enjoy the delicious tastes at this traditional Korean eatery in Gijang-gun.
Wild Vegetable Bibimbap (Photos by Chihon Kim)
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Chogajeongdam: Re-energize with region’s wild vegetable bibimbap, deep-fried ginseng

Many traditional Korean restaurants specializing in vegetable and wild herb dishes were lined up along the path leading to the temple entrance. I thought I should try my luck by just walking into the first restaurant that caught my eye.
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Did you know?: Alcohol in Korea

Soju is the most popular type of alcohol in South Korea. It is around 19% alcohol – very strong – and is a grain or potato-based vodka. It’s traditionally consumed straight with food, but also mixes into cocktails. 
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Baudeogi: A Korean-Style Hanok Dining Experience in Gijang

Consisting of beautiful hanok houses on the coastline, Baudeogi is a great choice to enjoy mouthwatering traditional Korean cuisine for any occasion.
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Makgeolli: A wine well-refined over the ages

Makgeolli is Korea’s oldest folk liquor. The signature brew is a favorite among Koreans and foreigners for its clean and refreshing taste. Loved for generations and recently updated with the addition of bananas and honey, makgeolli is an iconic drink with appeal across age groups. Its place in Korean culture isn’t likely to change any time soon.
Photo: An all-time favorite well-being food, Bibimbap. Photos: ©KOREA TOURISM ORGANIZATION.
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Bibimbap Heaven: Health Secret of Korea’s Bibimbap

Bibimbap, a bowl of rice mixed with meat and assorted vegetables, is one of the all time favorite meals of the Korean people, regardless of age or generation.
The Mushroom Cream Risotto at The Kitchen Del Vino in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. (MATTHEW KEELER/STARS AND STRIPES)
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Cuisine: Italian

Italian bistro in South Korea satisfies a three-year risotto craving

It was 2015 the last time I was here in South Korea, in the city of Uijeongbu, and got my first taste of an Italian mushroom risotto at a local restaurant.
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Korean traditional full-course meals for every special occassion

If you’ve sampled Korean culture without a traditional Korean meal, it’s about time to try hanjeongsik, a wide variety of Korean cuisine.
Images courtesy of Jacob Anziliero
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Cuisine: Café

Legit Coffee Roasters in Busan lives up to its name

Tucked away off the main road in Yangjeong, halfway between Yangjeong and City Hall stations, Legit Coffee Roasters is a great spot to get an early morning caffeine fix.
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Cuisine: French, Italian

Charming European dining in the heart of Seomyeon, Busan

Rediscover an old favorite as Vito Bistro in Seomyeon is still going strong with its nouveau French and Italian inspired cuisine.
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Ddong Café in Insadong all about the dung!

Literally, there was a bunch of crap adorning the outside of the building. But it was fake dung, and it was cute.  I’ll admit that I’m not big on potty talk, but I did get a kick out of this café that prides itself in its poo products, from cartoon faces made in the shape of feces to toilet-shaped mugs.
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Did you know?: Dogs in Korea

Contrary to popular belief, dog is not a traditional meat consumed in Korea. Only a very small percentage of South Koreans have tried it, and there are many people who speak out against consumption of dog meat.