When out walking the streets of Insadong and at various festivals, it’s common to see crowds forming in front of stores selling 꿀타래, or Dragon Beard Candy. Here’s what Wiki…

One of the things I love about my job, is often we’ll get to travel to exotic destinations to see sights many often gaze upon only in textbooks or through…

I was recently asked why Chinese is printed everywhere in Korea. Here’s my answer: Got a question, feel free to ask – you might just get your own video response!

If you’re really interested in Korean history and culture, there’s one stop you must make when in Seoul. First opened in 1945 by the US Government following the Second World…

According to Suzy Chung’s article on The Korea Blog, Bacchus has a long history: Launched in 1961, this is the quintessential Korean energy drink. It’s the drink you give as…

Growing up, I always loved waffles, and in Korea, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy them. Truth be told, on many nights when I’m on my home from the…

Located in Jeollabuk-do, Jeonju was the birthplace of King Taejo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty, making it the spiritual capital of the city. While there covering the Food Festival,…

Each year, the city of Jeonju (전주), hosts a celebration of food in several of its venues. This year was no different. Spectators at the World Cup Stadium could sample…

Located in Amsa-Dong, the Prehistoric Settlement Site (선사주거지) was unearthed in 1925 when a massive flood washed over the banks of the Han River. To date, this Neolithic has been…

Andong, is a city that most associate with soju or the annual Mask Dance Festival. However, if you ask people what else there is to see in this small eastern…

If you ask most foreigners (in Korea) what their favorite adult beverage of the night happens to be, chances are they will say beer. They they will quickly qualify that…

Congratulations! You’ve made it to Korea, got settled into your new home and are about to step into your first class. Standing next to the whiteboard, you eagerly write your…