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Samsung under pressure after Intel's foundry spin-off: analysts
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Yoon leaves for Prague to cement nuclear energy push
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Heavy rain to fall nationwide over weekend, but warmer fall expected
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Seoul chastises predatory pricing claims over Czech nuclear export deal
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YouTuber under fire for consoling former singer accused of bullying
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NK newspaper 'unusually' silent on new missile tests: Seoul
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Samsung CEO introduces ‘bold growth’ as new target
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Bank of Korea eyes rate cut after US Fed's historic pivot
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3 suspects apprehended for selling celebrity deepfake porn: police
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Hyundai Motor officially becomes KT’s largest shareholder
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[Around the Hotels] This week’s promotions and packages
Art package accommodations at ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul hotelsThe ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong and Gangnam are offering accommodation packages with tickets to an art exhibition from Dec. 8 to Feb. 28 next year. The “Art with Style” package at the Myeongdong branch includes a one-night stay at a Standard Room, breakfast for two, two tickets for “Klimt Inside” exhibition at the S-Factory in Seongsu-dong in Seoul, as well as access to a semi-outdoor sauna located on the hotel’s 20th f
Nov. 25, 2016
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Use your Thanksgiving leftovers in this tasty hash
Too early to think about leftover turkey? Transform your leftovers into this tasty, quick hash using turkey, cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes. And you don’t need to wait for turkey leftovers. You can buy roasted turkey pieces in the meat department or roasted turkey in the deli. If you buy deli meat, ask them to slice it thick so you can cut it into cubes.This is a one-pot meal that tastes great the second day. Double the recipe if you have time and save the rest for another day. It also freez
Nov. 25, 2016
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[Newsmaker] Hansik champion talks on Michelin success
Extending his hand in a handshake, Cho Tae-kwon, chairman of KwangJuYo, smiles broadly. Cho Tae-kwonCho has every reason to be smiling. His two restaurants had been awarded much coveted Michelin stars earlier in the week: Gaon, a Korean fine-dining restaurant in Sinsa-dong helmed by chef Kim Byeong-jin, received three stars while Bicena, the more casual sister to Gaon in Hannam-dong, where chef Bang Ki-su presides, was given one star.For those familiar with Cho’s passionate and relentless effort
Nov. 18, 2016
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[Home Cooking] Kongnamul japchae
This recipe is a simple variation of japchae made with soybean sprouts. All you need for this dish is soybean sprouts and sweet potato starch noodles, along with a few basic seasoning ingredients. Everything else is optional! The ratio between the soybean sprouts and the noodles can be flexible. To make the dish, I cook the soybean sprouts first, remove the bean sprouts and then use the sprout flavored cooking liquid with a little bit of the sauce to cook the noodles. By the time the noodles are
Nov. 18, 2016
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[The Palate] On Namdaemun food trail
The oldest and largest marketplace in the country, Namdaemun Market, is synonymous with wholesale bargains for everything and anything you might need under the sun. Mammoth in size compared to other places that may focus on one particular commodity such as cookware or medicinal herbs, and the smaller neighborhood markets, Namdaemun is still a force to be reckoned with after 600 years in operation. Wherever you visit a traditional market in Korea, what to eat and where to buy your food products i
Nov. 18, 2016
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Winemakers return to forebears' stomping ground: Paris
PARIS (AFP) - Far from the rolling vineyards of Bordeaux and Champagne, urban wineries are taking hold in Paris, reviving an age-old tradition while latching on to a worldwide trend.“I've always wanted to make wine,” says Paris native Matthieu Bosser, a co-founder of Vignerons Parisiens (Parisian Vintners), as purple grape juice squirts from the bottom of his wine press.But, he says, “I love this city and don’t really want to leave... So that's how I got the idea, by asking myself 'can I stay in
Nov. 17, 2016
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[Weekender] Where to experience traditional Korean liquor hands-on
For those eager to learn about the history and making of traditional Korean alcohol, Seoul has a number of places dedicated to showcasing local liquor. One such place is The Sool Gallery, nestled in Seoul’s traditional neighborhood and tourist hotspot of Insa-dong. The Sool Gallery is a traditional Korean liquor exhibition and tasting room that opened its doors last year. Catering largely to tourists and foreign travelers, the gallery provides educational programs about traditional drinks run by
Nov. 11, 2016
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[Around the Hotels] Roundup of hotel news
Takeout turkey at Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel is offering a takeout menu of roast turkey for the Thanksgiving holiday, until Nov. 20. The set includes a roast turkey weighing 5 kilograms and stuffed with onions, along with side dishes. It comes with cranberry sauce, sweet potato with praline streusel; maple-glazed baked ham; Brussels sprouts and bacon; baked macaroni and cheese; corn on the cob; maple and pecan carrots; roast pumpkin with raisins and sunflow
Nov. 11, 2016
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You don’t need a panini press for this quick, savory sandwich
Crisp crust, warm tasty fillings with melted cheese -- no wonder paninis have become popular. Here’s a quick version filled with smoked turkey from the deli, roasted red pepper, fresh basil and goat cheese. There’s almost no prep work. The sandwich can be assembled in minutes.You don’t need a special panini press. Simply place the sandwich in a skillet and press it down with a lid that will fit inside the skillet. Continue to press until the panini is cooked. Or, place another skillet over the p
Nov. 11, 2016
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Guy Fieri, vegetable fan? Sure, the Food Network star says
NEW YORK (AP) -- Of all the celebrity chefs out there, there's one you’d least expect to sing the praises of spinach, kale and Brussels sprouts. That would be Guy Fieri.The spiky-haired champion of American comfort food is more associated with greasy chili dogs than salad, the fryer over the fig. But are you sure you know all the sides of this guy?I’m a big greens fan. I’m a big vegetable fan. I’m a big whole grains fan. And I exercise a lot. That’s how I keep this petit dancer’s figure,” he sai
Nov. 11, 2016
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British chef wins title for best French village cafe
PARIS (AFP) -- A small cafe run almost singlehandedly by a British chef was named Monday as France’s best village bistrot.Manchester-born Chris Wright only set up the Epicerie de Dienne as a shop-café-restaurant in a remote village in the mountainous Cantal region of central France in June.With Dienne having less than 200 permanent residents, the entirely self-caught cook wasn’t expecting crowds.“I wanted it to be a low-key thing,” said the 44-year-old, who was looking for a bit of a break after
Nov. 11, 2016
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To beer or not to beer: Belgium fears for brewing crown
BRUSSELS (AFP) -- Belgium is historically one of the world's top beer countries but Thomas Costenoble, organizer of the Brussels Beer Challenge, fears that trouble is brewing.This international contest in the Belgian capital, now in its fifth year, features 1,250 beers from 36 countries and 80 judges to sample the tipples on offer.But Belgians increasingly fear that their centuries-old dominance is at risk from foreign upstart beers that are not afraid to break with tradition.“Belgium is still a
Nov. 8, 2016
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Michelin Guide launches in Seoul
Long-revered gastronomical bible the Michelin Guide gave three stars to two Korean restaurants, Gaon and La Yeon.In its much-anticipated first Seoul edition, the Michelin Guide selected 24 restaurants in Seoul, chosen after months of anonymous visits by official inspectors from across three continents. The stars are awarded based on five criteria: quality of ingredients, mastery of cooking flavors, personality of the cuisine, value for money and consistency. Eleven of the handpicked restaurants
Nov. 7, 2016
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Porridge with a dash of pumpkin spice can be just right for breakfast
In the classic fairy tale of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” somebody ate all of Baby Bear’s porridge because, well, it was just right.A breakfast staple of Scotland, porridge is a mush, usually made from cereal grains and served hot without the addition of sweeteners. If porridge sounds like an odd way to start the day, consider it not all that different from Southern-style grits, Italian polenta or even Chinese congee.The Kansas City Star’s Pumpkin Pie Porridge brings interest to a typically
Nov. 4, 2016
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Artisan Bakers opens new outpost in Seorae Village
Hard-crusted sourdough was the impetus behind owner and baker Mo Tae-sung’s decision to launch his own establishment in Hannam-dong four years ago. Even now, the sourdough at Artisan Bakers, which can now also be found at a new outpost in Seorae Village, delights with its tangy, soft and elastic crumb. “We only use natural starter, not commercial yeast, for our sourdough,” said Mo, 48, pulling out a tub of mother dough at his Seorae Village-based atelier, a short walk from the store. Artisan Bak
Nov. 4, 2016
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[Around the hotels] Roundup of hotel news
Private party package at Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel is offering a private party package for year-end gatherings until Dec. 31. The package includes a one-night stay in a private suite overlooking the city. Guests can organize a business meeting or a private party, with prices starting from 990,000 won for two people, excluding tax. A gourmet course dinner features delicacies prepared with the freshest ingredients and served in a luxurious and elegant atmosp
Nov. 4, 2016
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[The Palate] The art of steam cooking, seiro-mushi style
The health benefits of steamed food are boundless. The steam cooking method is a popular style in which many health food practitioners enjoy the maximum nutrition of the food they cook.The absence of any flavoring or cooking agitators, such as oil or salt creates, a dish prepared in a true purist style. Steaming food through vaporized water contained within the cooking vessel results in a clean tasting and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by even the most pretentious eaters. Seiro-mushi, the Jap
Oct. 28, 2016
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[Around the Hotels] Roundup of hotel events and news
Special promotions at Millennium Seoul HiltonMillennium Seoul Hilton’s traditional English-style bar, the Oak Room, is offering special promotions in late October and November. The bar will offer beer and margarita sets on Tuesday and Wednesday nights only from Nov. 1. A pitcher of Cass draft beer and a fried chicken can be had for 48,000 won, as well as a pitcher of margarita and a nacho platter for 72,000 won. Every Thursday night between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. starting Oct. 27, ladies can enjoy fr
Oct. 28, 2016
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Parmesan sage potato gratin is lush without the cream
Two potatoes are better than one.The Kansas City Star’s Parmesan Sage Crusted Sweet Potato Gratin combines slices of Yukon gold with sweet potatoes in a layered, breadcrumb-topped dish known as “au gratin.”Au gratins are typically starchy vegetable dishes napped with cream or milk and liberally topped with cheese. For instance, the Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond’s recipe for Perfect Potato au Gratin uses 3 cups of heavy cream, 1 cup of whole milk and 2 cups of cheddar cheese.Granted, it serves 16, b
Oct. 28, 2016
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Seoul to hold Seoul Kimchi Festival next month
The third annual Seoul Kimchi Festival is set to kick off its three-day run on Nov. 4 at Seoul Plaza.Organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, the festival aims to provide citizens and tourists with a better understanding of how to make kimchi and the importance of its tradition. A group of participants posing during the Seoul Kimchi Festival in 2014.“Gimjang,” or making kimchi, has long been an important tradition for families across the nation. It involves more than just making kimchi
Oct. 25, 2016