Survive & Thrive in Korea
In hannam-dong there’s a building with a glassy obsidian sheen that draws the gaze of everyone who comes near. Though, possibly, its their noses that are being drawn since this looming tower of black steel and glass houses the gossamer delicate baking goods of Passion Five. From the outset you know its not going to […]
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Tartine has been in Itaewon for quite awhile now. Alas I have only just begun to taste their offerings begging a few weeks ago. I’m kicking myself now for not walking in sooner. This place quite simply puts the delish in deliciousness. You see, Tartine specializes in their namesake which, when translated from French, means […]
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When it comes to Vietnamese food I admit I’m a total newbie. I head straight for the Pho and don’t even look at much less consider anything else. Pho is what I know. It’s tasty. It’s good. That’s all I needed from any Vietnamese place or so I thought. Thanks to my friend Linh introducing […]
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If you’re in the mood for a new brunch spot I suggest Egg and Spoon Race in Edae. This cute little restaurant is just a short stroll from Ehwa Women’s University Station. It’s one of those places that seems perfect for Korean gal pal gabfest and bite to eat. On a Sunday afternoon the handful […]
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TG BRUNCH On Gyenidan I’ve found a new place to satisfy my brunch cravings. TG Brunch Café may be tiny in size but they make up for it in the excellent food and service. The menu offers a true brunch experience with breakfast and lunch selections. There’s two breakfast sets. Set A comes with eggs, […]
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In life there are several words that I love to say. In Korean those words are budae Jjigae and in French they are amuse bouche. I never dreamed I’d actually have cause to utter those two little French words outside of a conversation about Top Chef, but thanks to a new Café in Hongdae I’m […]
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