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Cuisine: Korean, Japanese

Reason why chopsticks in Korea are metal

Since their invention in ancient China more than 3,000 years ago, chopsticks have been widely used in Asian countries. In South Korea, “jeotgarak” means chopsticks.

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Regional cuisine: Best of times, wurst of times

Living overseas during two military tours of duty in Europe provided our family with unique opportunities to learn about various cultures firsthand.

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Cuisine: Korean

Suwon's Nam-mun Market a Korean treat

For tourists seeking to sample street food and eat like a local, a stop at Nam-mun Market, near Suwon Hwaseong, is a must.
This is Suwon’s largest traditional market, covering a total area of 164 square meters and featuring over 80 kiosks selling a variety of food and goods. The market, once divided into nine markets, including Jidong market, was...

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Cuisine: Korean, American

Enjoy Cajun seafood in a bag near Humphreys

Living abroad is an incredible opportunity to experience various local foods. However, after a long period you might find yourself craving home-style dishes.

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Tiba Chicken serving up some good fried chicken in Korea

What originally started as a small joint serving up some good fried chicken in Busan, is now a full-fledged chain of 300 restaurants across South Korea.

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Build your own at Juicy Burger & Fries in Pyeongtaek, Korea

Korean food is great and all, but sometimes the craving for a good burger takes over and the hunt is on. In Pyeongtaek, several restaurants have burgers on the menu but with limited options. So, where do you go to satisfy those specific cravings?

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Cuisine: American

Bite into JJ’s juicy burgers in Pyeongtaek, Korea

When you live overseas, exploring the local food can be fun. But, for those times when you’re craving a taste of home, burgers might come to mind. Outside Camp Humphreys, a diner is serving up the American beef, bacon and breakfast classics you may be craving.

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Cuisine: Korean

Let's make up some of Korea’s tasty tteokbokki

Each of us has one or two kinds of nostalgic food that brings back old memories.

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Cuisine: Mexican

Guacamole serves up tasty Mexican cuisine near Humphreys

Tucked away down Anjeong Rodeo Street, a bright green building may have caught your eye. Resembling a staple food found on nearly every Mexican restaurant’s table, this green building is home to Guacamole, a Mexican restaurant. This is Guacamole’s second location, which recently opened outside of Camp Humphreys Dongchang-ri gate.

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Cuisine: Café

VIDEO| Dewdrop’s coffee & baked goods hit the spot

If a great cup of coffee and fresh baked goods in a beautiful setting sounds like a luxury you’ve been missing, then Dewdrop in Pyeongtaek’s Anjeong-ri neighborhood is where you want to go.

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Cuisine: International

Easy-to-make recipe: Blinis

Great with any topping

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Cuisine: French

Vegetables with Foam of Rocket and Anchovy Mayonnaise

Special recipe from Kei Kobayashi, Restaurant Kei, Paris

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Cuisine: Japanese

Sam’s Sushi near Humphreys a fish fanatic's paradise

Sitting on the hill of the quiet corner of Anjeong-ri Village near the Camp Humphreys, Sam’s Sushi could be easy to miss.

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Cuisine: Café

Get your caffeine fix at 9 BLOCK in Korea

Located in the Stay HEALING PARK, the 9 BLOCK café is known in the neighborhood for its high-quality coffee. While many tourists use this spot as a caffeine fix break, the park is also home to a spa, swimming pool, bakery, fitness center, art gallery, and therapy room. There is also a nice strolling path around the building.