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CNN described tteokbokki as “a much-loved comfort food in South Korea,” adding the popular snack is incredibly versatile. “The most famous variation stars spicy red chili paste and fish cakes, but rice cakes can also be prepared with a milder soy sauce-based dressing, with cheese, or in various soups and hot pots,” it said. Among other street foods on the top 50 list are Vietnam's pho soups and...

Japchae, stir-fried glass noodles with meat and vegetables Ingredients - 200 g beef (rump) - 75 g cucumber - 1 tsp salt water - 100 g onions - 60 g carrots - 3 dried shiitake mushrooms - 250 g glass noodles - 1 egg Meat sauce - 2 tbsp soy sauce - 1 tbsp sugar - 4 tsp minced green onions - 2 tsp minced garlic - 2 tsp sesame salt - 1 tsp sesame oil - Little bit of pepper Glass noo...

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul unveils ‘Autumn Holic’ tea set The Lounge at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul presents the Autumn Afternoon Tea Set through Nov. 30. The tea set includes a selection of desserts, savory items, premium teas, coffee and champagne. Guests can choose among a choice of nine teas -- US organic tea brand Rishi Tea, Homage Coffee, custom-blended for JW Marriott Hotel Seoul by America’s ...

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul presents ‘Feeling Lucky at JW’ package for Chuseok holiday JW Marriott Hotel Seoul celebrates the Chuseok holiday with a promotion created for guests seeking a luxury hotel staycation without leaving the city. The package is available for four days only, for stays from Sept. 9 to 12. The package features a luxury stay in a choice of a deluxe room or Griffin Suite, as wel...

Last week, it was reported that South Korea’s export of instant noodles hit a new all-time high in the first half of the year. Yet the country’s leaders in the industry differ on how to spell the product in English. Nongshim, the perennial industry leader of instant noodles in the country, spells it “ramyun” on its homepage and on its exported product packages. But Ottogi and Samyang inscribe “r...

A bioethanol fireplace sits at the center of a large sitting space in the café, giving visitors a chance to enjoy a moment of “bulmeong,” a trance-like state one feels while watching a fire that is gaining popularity in Korea as a means of relaxation. It also has photo spots decorated with a chandelier and a big mirror. Unlike the impressive interior, the café‘s beverage and dessert items fall s...

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul unveils Chuseok gift sets JW Marriott Hotel Seoul celebrates the Chuseok holiday season with a selection of gifts chosen by expert connoisseurs, available for purchase until Sept. 6. 2022 Chuseok gift sets come in six categories: Beef, Seafood, Gourmet, Beverage, JW Exclusive and JW Experience. The Beef Selection includes aged lamb chops, marinated bulgogi and six other...

Bamboo shoot with bean paste dip Ingredients - 1 whole bamboo shoot - 2 tbsp doenjang Directions 1. Boil water in a big pot and add 1 tbsp doenjang. 2. Put in the whole bamboo shoot and boil about 20 minutes. 3. Take out the cooked bamboo shoot, peel the tough outer skin, and cut in half with a knife. 4. Tear the white inner flesh of the bamboo shoot by hand. 5. Serve with remaining doen...

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul presents signature cocktails for end of summer Mobo Bar at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul presents a trio of signature cocktails for the end of the summer season, paired with a diverse menu of small bites in a terrace garden. The three signature cocktails are created from a unique blend of premium liquors and natural ingredients grown in the bar’s own greenhouse. The wild pear...

3) Babeuro’s Steak Sotbap Babeuro is located on the ground floor of an eight-story building located 600 meters from Mapo Station Exit No. 4. The owner of the restaurant also manages a book cafe named Chaegeuro, located on the top floor of the same building. The cafe has a magnificent view overlooking the Han River. Menu items at the cafe are available for a discounted price upon showing receipts...

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul presents signature set menu for office workers Oul, a Korean contemporary bar situated on the second floor of Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, presents the “OUL signature set” suitable for dinner gatherings. The signature set menu comprises the lamb jerky and kimbukak, lobster tteokbokki, yukhoe, naeng-bossam, bada ramyeon, jeon, and the tiramisu croffle as dessert. Prices st...

Summer calls for dishes that will fortify you against sweltering heat

In May, Ven. Hongseung made a two-week trip to Paris to participate in a “Taste of Paris” event where she introduced Korean temple food. The annual event features pop-up restaurants operated by renowned French chefs and a massive food expo attended by world-class food and beverage industry players. Ven. Hongseung demonstrated how to cook a new temple food dish every day at the “Taste Korea!” bo...

Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel launches ‘Suite Party’ package Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel is launching a party package with an overnight stay at the hotel‘s Suite and a room party dining set that includes two bottles of wine and a platter of grilled shrimp and lamb chops, with fruits and cheese on the side. A whole cake and seasonal afternoon tea set for four guests are also served at the hotel’...