Among the new works are portraits such as “Straw Hat2” and “Straw Hat3” which were created this year. The format of the double portrait shows the connection between the two facets of the artist’s practice, with a wink or slight smile creating a subtle impression of movement. Born in Brooklyn in 1927, Katz lives and works in New York. He studied at the Cooper Union School of Art in New York and t...

“I have been covering all expenses for the projects myself. For this one, I received donations for various winter supplies, which helped me carry out this project swiftly before it gets too cold,” he said. After the interview, Lee headed to Seoul Station to volunteer as usual for a community soup kitchen project. By Kim Hae-yeon( hykim@heraldcorp.com )

A rusty railroad abandoned in Seoul brings back old memories and warm nostalgia. Hang-dong Railroad, located in Guro-gu, Seoul, is a 4.5-kilometer track drenched with a vintage atmosphere, with traces of train stations and destination signs left here and there. Lined with deep greenery and green barley, the 62-year-old railway is now one of the most beloved places for Seoulites to go and reflec...

Donggyeongyi, the Gyeongju Donggyeong Dog, Natural Monument No. 540, was the latest to join the ranks of the protected native breed. On the outside, Donggyeongyi look identical to Jindo dogs except for the naturally docked tail. Like other Korean native breeds, Donggyeongyi is gentle with children and people but fiercely dominant among dogs. By Hyungwon Kang ( hyungwonkang@gmail.com ) --- K...

Hamyang County Gov. Seo Chun-soo also attended the auction. Before it began, he raised a celebratory toast in front of a ritual table to pray for the success of the event.

IDUS, an online shopping platform that features handmade goods, is gaining popularity among younger people seeking unique items. The platform is used by nearly 20,000 artists who have put their goods up for sale. By Park Yuna ( yunapark@heraldcorp.com )

Fried burdock with seasoning The saponin found in burdock skin is good for vascular health and is said to help prevent cancer, so it is good eaten whole. Fried burdock has a sweet taste the more you chew, and if you mix it with soy sauce and grain syrup, you have a simple dish that is tasty and nutritious. Ingredients 200 grams burdock (ueong) 30 grams roasted peanuts 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbs...

Korean pianist Lee Hyuk was declared the winner of the 17th Animato Piano Competition and also took home the special Mazurka award, Lee’s management agency Etoile Classic announced on Friday. The recital competition, held by the Animato Association, ended on Tuesday (local time) in Paris, France. The contestants were young pianists in their late teens to mid-20s recommended by prominent pianists...

The Cultural Heritage Administration on Thursday withheld its final review decision on Daebang Construction’s plan to resolve the controversy surrounding apartments near the UNESCO-listed royal tomb Jangneung in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province. This controversy started after the agency found out in May that three construction companies -- Daebang Construction, Daekwang Construction and Kumsung BaekJoe ...

“I was impressed by a variety of ice cream shops in New York that are run by many different chefs. While Koreans are familiar with gelato, I wanted to offer American-style ice cream that features rich creamy texture and interesting combinations of ingredients,” Na said. In the fall, Na added pumpkin cheesecake made with cream cheese ice cream, pumpkin custard and graham cracker crumble and nutty...

Entertainer Yoo Jae-suk has been chosen as the top comedian of the year for the tenth consecutive year. According to the survey released by Gallup Korea on Thursday, the 49-year-old took first place in the entertainment broadcaster/comedian category of the "person of the year" for the tenth straight year, gaining 56.9 percent of votes. The pollster canvassed 1,700 people aged 13 or over across ...

InterContinental Seoul pesents ‘A Bite of Winter’ package The InterContinental Seoul Coex in Samseong-dong is offering the “A Bite of Winter” package for customers wanting to escape the cold with warm winter treats. Freshly baked twisted doughnuts and churros from the hotel bakery will be served with two cups of hot chocolate, as well as complimentary access to the hotel‘s relaxing 25-meter ind...

For this New Year’s Eve cocktail, Motsi suggests the Earl Grey gimlette. The Earl Grey gimlette reimagines the classic flavor and explores the age-old debate of how one should have one’s tea -- with or without milk? The bar adds an unconventional element in the form of milk pearl and Solomon’s Cordial, and adds a hint of cacao. Motsi hopes to dispel common misconceptions about cocktails through ...

Busan Fireworks Festival The Busan Fireworks Festival is scheduled to run from Dec. 24-31 in areas around Gwangalli Beach in Busan. The annual festival, which usually takes place in the fall, features high-tech laser light shows and a myriad of colorful fireworks. While most people flock to the beach for a closer view of the fireworks, some people choose to enjoy the festival from nearby mount...

“Before that happens, I wanted to give my children a memorable winter experience. They have not been able to enjoy proper outdoor activities since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Kim said. The waiting lines were long everywhere -- rental shops, cable lifts, restaurants and parking lots. “I am a beginner skier, so the level of the slopes did not really matter to me. But I did not expect ...