I’ll be there for you isn’t just a phrase from the theme song of Friends, it’s also the motto of Pizzasta, a pizzeria located on the funky streets of Hongdae. It’s an open air spot perfect to just walk up to the counter and order a slice before hitting a bar or to grab a…
Hip. Modern. Stylish. Those are the three words that sum up Hongdae’s El Bliss perfectly. It’s a lounge restaurant that brings a much needed grown up sensibilty to the wild child party scene vibe of Hongdae. The interior of El Bliss is sleek and sexy. Blacks and oranges combined with an edgy Asiatic influence makes…
Sadly, I’ve come to realize that when it comes to Italian food in Seoul I’ve resigned myself to mediocre fare. This realization came about in two instances. First, when my friend pointed out that the pasta I was slowly and ruefully shoveling into my mouth at Hera’s in Itaewon should be taken back to the…
To say that I am a lover of the ice creams is like stating the world is round. It’s an undeniable fact. So if you’re like me then you’ve made the rounds of Baskin Robbins and Cold Stones in Korea. Sure these places have a fondest in my heart, but occasionally I want something different…
In Korea Indian and Nepali cuisine seem to come hand in hand. The folks at Shanti in Hongdae keep the trend going with a menu full of dishes from both countries. The menu has all the dishes you’d expect at a great Indidan restaurant. Appetizers include Somsa for 4,000 KRW, Masala Papad for 3,500 KRW,…
I have a question for you: Are you a die hard Hello Kitty fan or even a potential fan? It’s pretty easy to know whether you are or not. Just take the simple little quiz below. A) Do you know who Hello Kitty is? B) Do you own anything with Hello Kitty on it? C)…
In Seoul there’s always a surprise just waiting around the next corner. Ian and I ventured out to Hongdae intending on stopping by Goulash and Bread but instead became sidetracked. Bella Tortilla on the edge of Hongdae may be a teeny tiny hole in the wall, but it serves up the most delicious tortilla wraps….
On a lark Ian and I decided to venture off in search of one of the fabled Korean fortune tellers. I know you’ve seen them. They have tents set up all throughout the city. You can find them inside the CGV lobby, Myeong Dong Shopping alleyways, COEX, and anywhere else you can imagine. Before we…
