Today, we are having dinner at Myeongdong Kyoja, a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant in busy Myeongdong known for serving its signature handmade noodles since 1966. We ordered three of their most popular items: Kalguksu, Mandu, and Bibim Guksu. Let’s eat! First up, their famous Kalguksu. This bowl of hand-cut noodles is served in a rich… Read More We Tried the Famous Michelin-Approved Kalguksu at Myeongdong Kyoja
Today, we’re eating at Hong Kong Ban Jeom, a popular Jajangmyeon franchise owned by celebrity Chef Baek Jong Won. This place is known for serving some of the best black bean noodles in town and other classic Korean-Chinese dishes. We also ordered Tangsuyuk—sweet and sour crispy pork, Jjamppong—a spicy seafood noodle soup, and some fried… Read More First Meal in Korea? Try Jajangmyeon at Hong Kong Ban Jeom
One thing that makes Korean cuisine unique is its communal way of eating. Most Korean dishes are prepared in large quantities and involve many varieties as it is meant to be shared. You might have a hard time dining out alone in Seoul since most restaurants cater to groups. On our latest trip to Korea,… Read More What to Eat in Seoul, Barkada Food Trip in Korea
“Hallyu” or The Korean Wave has taken the world by storm more than ever in the last 10 years or so, thanks to romantic K-Dramas and talented K-Pop idols. Fans’ obsession to everything Korean has driven them to visit the country and made Seoul one of the top tourist destinations in Asia. Even though I… Read More What to Do in Korea? Seoul 3-Day Itinerary, Nami Island plus House of BTS