Food & Cafe

Cat cafes are becoming a fixture in urban Korea. We explore why these spaces are cherished by modern city dwellers and a...

Move over K-beauty and K-pop—there is a new cultural wave taking over Seoul. K-Bakery is redefining global dessert trend...

Forget everything you know about steak tartare. Seoul’s vibrant "Yukhoe" scene redefines raw beef with a perfect balance...

Move over chocolate chips. A savory, deep-orange upgrade of a classic Korean cookie has taken over convenience stores, s...

In South Korea, convenience stores are more than just places to grab snacks. Over the years, people have created some su...

For Korean baseball fans, the game is only half the event. Discover the unique "food fighting" culture at KBO stadiums, ...

Tteokguk and songpyeon symbolize Korea's two biggest holidays, while jeon — fried pancakes made by the whole family — fi...

Dotorimuk is a nearly flavorless Korean jelly made from acorn starch, born out of famine but now a beloved post-hike tra...

From a red bean pastry praised by world leaders to a 300-year-old rice wine, here are four foods that define a visit to ...

Korean fried chicken has evolved into a unique culinary genre. From the science of crispiness to the depth of charcoal-g...

For South Koreans, a packet of instant ramen is rarely just a quick noodle fix; it is a multi-course culinary experience...

Gisa-Sikdang (Drivers' Restaurants) are a staple of Korean food culture, offering quick, hearty, and authentic home-styl...

In the city of Chuncheon, where lakes meet mountains, one dish has defined the local identity for decades: Dakgalbi. The...

In Daegu, makchang (막창) isn't just a dish—it's a culinary identity. The city's dedicated makchang streets draw locals an...

In Busan, a bowl of milmyeon is more than just a meal—it's a living piece of history. Born out of the hardships of the K...