If you’re a seafood lover, Noryangjin Fish Market (노량진 수산시장) is a great spot to visit and explore.

Koreans usually roast shrimp only with salt but I added garlic and butter. Also, this food usually comes with a Korean dipping sauce made of chili pepper paste and vinegar or sesame oil, but I prepared a garlic and cheese mayo sauce for my American friends.

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.

If you’re a seafood lover, Noryangjin Fish Market (노량진 수산시장) is a great spot to visit and explore.

Doing almost nothing is one of the ways I’ve spent recent weekends and holidays. But there is always one thing I accomplish: Satisfying my hunger.

In Korea, kkaennip (or perilla leaves) are popular ingredients to make Korean dishes and it is also usually served as a side dish that goes with rice.

Each country has a different culture. When you live in a foreign country, if you take the time to learn the culture and manners to follow, it will be a great help in acclimating to your new home and making new friends.

I was trying to feed 4 people, including myself, so I used one bag (500g) of Korean pancake mix.

If you are an adventurous eater, try han-jeong-sik, a premium and traditional Korean full course meal.

Accessing your standard go-tos from back home is sometimes not possible. Besides, living overseas gives you a great opportunity to broaden your snack routine.