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    South Korea Travel & Food Blog

    Annyeonghaseyo!

    Hi, I'm Max

    I started this site after several years as an English teacher in rural Korea - here you'll find Korean recipes & insights into Korean culture, plus the best things to see, do, and eat in Korea and beyond!

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    Popular Posts

    • Kimchi aioli in a jar next to kimchi.
      Kimchi Aioli (Kimchi Mayo Recipe)
    • 19 Korean Side Dishes (Types of Banchan + Recipes)
    • What is Dalgona Candy? (Ingredients, Origin & How to Make)
    • A bowl of ramen.
      40+ Best Toppings for Ramen (Ramyun Toppings)

    South Korea Travel

    • Passport inside a suitcase.
      How to Apply for K-ETA (Korean Visa & Exemption Info)
    • 17 South Korea Travel Tips (From a Longtime Resident)
    • Outside of Incheon International Airport, South Korea.
      What to Do On a Seoul Layover at Incheon Airport (2025)
    • Seoul City Skyline at Han River with tower in Seoul South Korea.
      South Korea Travel Requirements: Complete Guide

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    Travel in Seoul

    • How Many Days in Seoul + Itinerary (3-7 Days)
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      Things To Do in Seoul at Night (Complete Guide)
    • A busy street in Seoul.
      15 Unique Places to Visit in Seoul (Tourist Attractions)
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    Korea by Region

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    Travel in Busan

    • Busan's coastal cultural village.
      Local's Guide to Where To Stay In Busan in 2025 (First Timers)
    • haeundae beach in Busan on a sunny day.
      First Timer's Busan Itinerary for 3 Days (+ Map)
    • A shuttle bus in an airport.
      A Quick Guide: 3 Ways to Get From Seoul to Busan
    • Beautiful Sakura flowers in Busan, South Korea.
      47+ Things To Do in Busan (Attractions Map & Hours)

    Travel on Jeju Island

    • First Timer's Jeju Itinerary (3 Days, With or Without Car)
    • Lush greenery and mountain view at Jeju Island, South Korea.
      29 Things to Do in Jeju Island + Attractions Map (by Region)
    • 11 Best Beaches on Jeju Island (+ Interactive Map)
    • A scene on Jeju Island in springtime.
      Where To Stay in Jeju in 2025 (From A Local)

    faraway picture of gyeongbokgung in Seoul, South Korea.

    127+ Things to Do in Seoul

    My ever-growing list of unusual fun & things to do across Seoul, South Korea (by category).

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    Winter in Korea

    • 7 Days South Korea Itinerary for Winter (Four Options)
    • Hallabong or Jeju orange.
      Hallabong Oranges: What Makes Jeju’s Citrus So Special?
    • person putting toner on her face.
      Winter Skincare: How Koreans Maintain Moisture in Cold Weather
    • Hwacheon lake in South Korea.
      How to Enjoy the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival

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      Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in January (+ Itinerary)
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      Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in February
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      Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in March (+ Itinerary)

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    Ingredient Substitutes & Guides

    Complete guides to all sorts of Korean ingredients and substitutes.

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    • A bowl filled with whipped matcha butter.
      Matcha Butter (Whipped Green Tea Butter)
    • kimchi fried rice in a bowl topped with egg.
      Kimchi Fried Rice with Tuna (Recipe)
    • A serving of gochujang chicken thighs.
      Gochujang Chicken Thighs

    Korean Culture

    • Highway in Busan during sunset.
      Why Koreans Don't Speak English
    • How to Address People in Korea (Etiquette & Honorifics)
    • 23+ Best Korean Street Foods (From a Local!)
    • Dating in Korea & Korean Dating Apps (My Honest Experience)

    Food Culture

    • Street food stall at Myeongdong Market.
      Complete Primer on Korean Food for Visitors
    • 37+ Best Korean Snacks Online & in Korea (by Category)
    • A display of Korean food and side dishes.
      Guide to Mukbangs & Mukbang Foods (Korean Eating Videos)
    • A bowl of sundubu jjigae.
      17 Typical Korean Breakfast Foods (+ Recipes)

    Recipes by Type

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      Easy Kimchi Noodles
    • Colorful gochujang stir fry vegetables served in a plate, featuring diced sweet potatoes, sliced bell peppers, carrots, and green onions, garnished with sesame seeds.
      Gochujang Stir Fry Vegetables
    • A bowl filled with matcha whipped cream.
      3-Minute Matcha Whipped Cream
    • A small glass and a spoonful of honey gochujang sauce.
      Honey Gochujang Sauce Recipe
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    Korean Cocktail Hour

    • 25 Delicious Soju Cocktails to Make at Home (by Category)
    • a mason jar of refreshingly cool glass of mojito made with soju and garnished with fresh mint.
      Soju Mojito Recipe (Easy Soju Cocktail)
    • Iced Soju Coffee Cocktail in a glass.
      Iced Soju Coffee Cocktail Recipe (BEST Soju Latte!)
    • 9 Best Soju Brands: International vs. Domestic Standouts

    Dalgona Matcha

    With just 4 ingredients, in less than five minutes you'll have a homemade matcha dalgona, no egg or aquafaba required.

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    Learning Korean

    • 19 Tips for Learning Korean Language + Alphabet Quickly
    • Hand holding Korea flag on nature background during National Foundation, Gaecheonjeol, public Nation holiday, National Foundation Day of Korea.
      ​Respect: The Language Of Korean Culture
    • 9 Apps for Korea (What to Download Before You Go)
    • How to Address People in Korea (Etiquette & Honorifics)

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      K-Pop Idol & Airport Fashion Trends Defining 2026
    • A plate of salad, topped with honey balsamic dressing.
      Honey Balsamic Dressing (Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette)
    • A bowl of roasted chicken pieces with honey sriracha sauce.
      ​5-Minute Honey Sriracha Sauce (for Wings or Brussels)
    • Tahini sauce in a saucer with fresh lemon and a store-bought tahini sauce on the side.
      Easy Tahini Sauce (for Falafels, Vegetables, and Salads)
    • A bowl of curry sauce, topped with fresh leaf.
      How to Thicken Curry Sauce (10 Ways)
    • A ceramic cooking pot of overly spicy sauce.
      How to Make Sauce Less Spicy (9 Ways)
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      12 Easy Japanese Sauces for Sushi
    • Two spoons full of cornstarch and flour.
      How to Thicken Sauce Without Flour or Cornstarch (8 Ways)
    • Chicken on a plate of rice and cucumber with peanut sauce.
      15 Perfect Sauces for Chicken and Rice
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      15 Best Spicy Chicken Sauce Recipes (Spicy Sauces for Chicken)
    • Thickened sauce in a pan.
      How to Thicken Sauce (15+ Ways or Ingredients for any sauce)

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    I'm a 3-year resident of rural South Korea, and a writer & chocoholic from the USA - I'm passionate about helping you have the best trip possible in Korea & beyond!

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    Autumn

    • Autumn of Gwangju park in Gwangju, South Korea.
      Autumn Hikes in Korea for Beginners: Gentle Trails, Golden Views, Zero Stress
    • Autumn trees along the shore in Nami Island.
      Korean Fall Day Trips: The Ultimate Leaf-Peeping Guide from Seoul, Busan & Beyond
    • Haedong Yonggungsa Temple at sunset in Busan, South Korea.
      Busan Fall Travel Guide: Foliage, Festivals, Food & Scenic Routes
    • Sunny day during autumn season.
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    Popular Posts

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