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22 restaurants in Korea included in La Liste

Dec 9, 2019

Though French restaurants are at better odds to be included in the La Liste, a gastronomic ranking system based in France, a total of 22 restaurants in Korea have made it in the recently released 202...
Brothers roast small-batch brews for coffee lovers

Dec 6, 2019

Single-origin, pour-over coffee at Vinter Coffee Bar
[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages

Dec 6, 2019

Christmas Eve party at InterContinental Seoul Coex InterContinental Seoul Coex is hosting a party on Christmas Eve with jazz performances and wine. Guests will be able to enjoy activities such as m...
[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages

Nov 29, 2019

Delight X-mas Buffet at Courtyard Seoul Times Square The hotel offers the “Delight X-mas Buffet” for upcoming Christmas season from Dec. 21-25 at prices of 89,000 won for adults and 40,000 won for k...
[Weekender] [Herald Interview] Unraveling the mystery of kimchi

Nov 29, 2019

At World Institute of Kimchi, scientists work to determine what makes kimchi tasty and healthy
[Weekender] Kimchi fridges evolve with new designs, technology and functionality

Nov 29, 2019

Wine aficionados have wine coolers and cabinets at home. Fish-loving Japanese have fridges with special features for raw fish storage. Koreans, likewise, have a refrigerator for their beloved kimchi....
[ASEAN-Korea summit] Fermentation at heart of Korean, ASEAN cuisines

Nov 26, 2019

Experts on fermented food from Asia came together for a forum on Tuesday, amid growing recognition of the health and nutritional benefits of such food worldwide. Experts from Korea and four member s...
[Weekender] Malaysian chef cooks ‘agak agak’ in Yeonnam-dong

Nov 22, 2019

Whenever a young Basira Yeusuff wondered how much chili there was in her soup, her grandmother would always say, “Agak agak.” Meaning “roughly” or “rough estimate” in Bahasa Malaysian, the phrase is...
[Weekender] A culinary journey to Asian neighbors

Nov 22, 2019

Southeast Asian cuisines come marching into the Korean food scene
[Weekender] Vietnamese coffee and sandwiches in Seoul

Nov 22, 2019

To refresh oneself with Vietnamese coffee in Seoul, Cong Caphe in Yeonnam-dong, western Seoul, is the prime destination. The successful Hanoi-based cafe chain offers visitors a glimpse inside Vietna...
[Weekender] Taiwan arrives on Korean cafe scene

Nov 22, 2019

Led by Tiger Sugar, Taiwanese drinks and desserts entice Korea, but will the craze last?
[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages

Nov 21, 2019

Year-end afternoon tea at Park Hyatt Seoul Park Hyatt Seoul’s The Lounge is offering the “Festive Afternoon Tea” to celebrate the Christmas and year-end season. The afternoon tea set includes honey ...
Chef sues Michelin Guide for listing his restaurant against his wish

Nov 21, 2019

Controversy surrounding Michelin Guide Seoul now shows no signs of abating, as a South Korean chef has accused the fine dining guide of the crime of “insult” for including his restaurant on its list....
Rice connects cuisines of Italy, Korea

Nov 20, 2019

Rice was the focus of a culinary event jointly organized by the Korean Food Promotion Institute -- affiliated with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs -- and the Embassy of Italy in S...
Health-conscious brews at Oga Teahouse

Nov 15, 2019

Teahouse serves sweeter variation of sipjeondaebo-tang in Daechi-dong