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    Korean Food Culture

    Enjoy these recipes, guides, and insights into Korean food, from a longtime resident of rural Korea! This includes unique Korean food holidays and traditions, unique ingredients and recipes, and Korean food culture.

    Some reader favorites include the guide to Korean BBQ at home, the best Seoul night markets, and even an overview of all the different types of kimchi.

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    • What Are Dosirak Lunch Boxes? A Guide to Korea’s Tasty Packed Meals
    • What Is Doenjang? A Tasty Fermented Soybean Paste
    • What Is Ssamjang? Korean BBQ Dipping Sauce Guide
    • Daechu or Jujubes: Health Benefits Explained
    • What Is Japchae? Discover This Classic Stir-Fried Glass Noodles
    • What Is Gim (Dried Seaweed Snack)?
    • Here's Why Korean Corn Dogs Are So Addictive
    • What Is Kimbap? Deep Dive Into This Trending Korean Snack
    • All About Korean Strawberry Milk (Easy Recipe Inside)
    • What are Mandu (Korean Dumplings)?
    • What Is Ginseng? The Benefits and Uses Explained
    • What Is Bibimbap? The Famous Korean Rice Bowl
    • What Is Gochugaru? Discover Korean Red Pepper Flakes
    • What Is Soondae? Korean Blood Sausage Explained
    • What are Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes)?
    • What Is Makgeolli (Korean Rice Wine)?
    • What Is Chamoe (Yellow Korean Melon)?
    • What Is Soju? Uncover Korea's Favorite Drink
    • What Is Korean Fried Chicken? (+ Recipe Inside)
    • Discover Bulgogi: Korea's Rich & Delicious Korean Dish
    • Hallabong Oranges: What Makes Jeju’s Citrus So Special?
    • What Are Korean Fish Cakes (Odeng or Eomuk)?
    • What Is Gochujang? Uncover the Korean Flavor Essential
    • What are Korean Radishes (Mu)?
    • Chewy Matcha Cookies (Melty Green Tea Cookies)
    • Single-Serve Gochujang Eggs (in 10 Minutes)
    • Easy Matcha Cake (Green Tea Cake Recipe)
    • NYT Copycat Chewy Gochujang Caramel Cookies (Gluten-Free)
    • What is Somaek? (Origin & Recipe for Soju Bomb Cocktail)
    • Kimchi Aioli (Kimchi Mayo Recipe)
    • Crispy Stovetop Gochujang Potatoes
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in December (+ Itinerary)
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in September (+ Itinerary)
    • Guide to Visiting in Korea in July (+ Itinerary)
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in May (+ Itinerary) 
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in March (+ Itinerary)
    • Local's Guide to Visiting Korea in February
    • 9 Traditional Jeonju Foods You Must Try (+ Pictures)
    • Korean Coffee Culture: Instant Coffee to Siphon Drip

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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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