Goblin Udon (Dokkaebi Udon) I recently visited Goblin Udon, a freshly made udon restaurant in Bukgajwa-dong, Seoul, highly recommended by Korean comedian and YouTuber, Jung Jong-cheol, also known as “Okdongja.” This place operates late into the night, making it an excellent stop for a comforting bowl of udon after a night out. However, it’s quite … Read more
Namdaemun Market’s famous Vegetable Hotteok is a must-try! When visiting Namdaemun Market, you can’t miss the braised cutlassfish (Galchi Jorim) for a meal and a vegetable hotteok as dessert. Even on holidays, the place is bustling with people. The line at the vegetable hotteok stall seems endless, and the owners are as busy as ever. … Read more
Jinmi Pyongyang Naengmyeon This restaurant ranks among the top 3 Pyongyang naengmyeon (cold noodles) spots in Seoul. It was even featured on the popular Korean YouTube channel “Sung Si Kyung’s Meok-eultende”. Known for its rich and authentic broth, this restaurant boasts over 20 years of expertise in Pyongyang-style cold noodles. As you approach the entrance, … Read more
Among Korean instant noodles, my absolute favorite is jjajang ramen, a type of noodles mixed with black bean sauce. The name of this ramen is Chapagetti. It gained international fame when a popular Korean movie, Parasite, showcased a dish called Chapaguri, which is a combination of Chapagetti and another noodle called Neoguri. Today, let me … Read more