Food

South Korea is known for its technology and innovation, however, their food is one of the best-kept secrets in the world. While many might know about Korean BBQ, there is so much more beyond that. Most don’t fully know what Korean food really is until they actually visit Korea. From meat grilled at your table to boiling hot stews, Korean food is one of the most underrated international foods in the world. So if you are planning a trip to South Korea or your local Koreatown, here are the top 10 Best Korean Foods of all time that you must try before you die. 

Koreans absolutely love coffee. While COVID-19 has slowed down many businesses in Seoul, coffee shops have been able to stay alive due to the fact that Koreans need their coffee. Coffee shops in Korea are used not just for drinking coffee, but also for networking, meetings, and sometimes as offices for digital nomads. Some of the best coffee shops in Seoul are located in the Gangnam district. This article will not focus on chains but rather independent coffee shops in Gangnam that are considered treasured places for those living in the busiest district in Seoul. Here are the 10 best independent coffee shops in Gangnam. If you have a recommendation for us to add to the list, please leave a comment below and we will go check it out!

Kimchi Jigae is the ultimate Korean comfort food. Koreans can have it along with any other meal and acts as the perfect side dish. It is the best way to use old kimchi and best of all it is easy to make. We searched the internet to find the Best Kimchi Jigae recipes around. We suggest you try each recipe and let us know which one is your favorite.

Many might not know this but South Korea is the #1 consumer of alcohol in all of Asia. The Korean drinking culture is intense! They work hard and they play hard...sometimes a bit too hard. But thankfully Korea has some of the best hangover drinks and has perfected the formula to not only get you through the night but have you feeling great in the morning. The best hangover drinks in Korea can be easily purchased at the local convenience store. Many Koreans turn to these drinks before or after a night out to help them metabolize the alcohol (mostly soju). Getting over a hangover quickly is very important in Korea because most have to work the following day. 

When trying Korean food while in South Korea, why not go to the region where they make it the best. The diversity of food in Korea is what attracts so many tourists to visit South Korea. However, many might not know where to go to find the best of the best. South Korea is not a large country so you can make a day trip to many of these regions to try the Korean food they are known for. Therefore we have gathered the 10 best Korean regional cuisines to try when visiting Korea.