There are so many reasons to love Manhattan and one of them is the exciting and always vibrant K-town. The block on 32nd Street between Broadway and Madison Avenue has been serving excellent Korean food since the late 1970s. In recent years, however, K-town has expanded both below and above 32nd Street with great Korean…
Songpyeon is the food most associated with Chuseok and it’s easier to make than you might think. Songpyeon (송편) is a traditional Korean rice cake that is commonly made and enjoyed during Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day. Chuseok falls on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, usually in…
Ddobar by Chef Jiho Kim adds another bright note to the NYC modern Korean restaurant scene. When Ddobar opened its doors late last year at Chelsea’s Olly Olly Market, a refreshingly affordable tasting menu took center stage. Korean-style fried tofu rice pockets with a variety of toppings like pork shoulders, duck pastrami, short rib, sea…
Koreans take snacking very seriously and the competition is fierce for ranking high among the best Korean snacks. You may have heard of Korean turtle ships but have you heard of Korean turtle chips? If not, you are missing out! There’s no limit to how creative they get in terms of variety of flavors and…
We love to throw parties, and soju cocktails have become our favorite way to set the mood. Soju cocktails have been rising in popularity in recent years, especially among people who don’t want to serve the same old drinks. Soju is a traditional Korean distilled spirit that has a lower alcohol content than vodka resulting…
While Cote NYC is undeniably a game-changing icon of the elevated Korean dining scene, Cote Miami is the cooler younger sibling that is assuredly stepping out of its elder’s shadow. Awarded a Michelin Star only a year after opening, Cote Miami was again awarded the well-deserved honor last week for the second year in a…
Perilla Chicago is a modern Korean restaurant located in Fulton River Park, close to the West Loop. The restaurant is situated in a neighborhood that has been rapidly developing over the past few years, and it has become a popular destination for foodies and those looking for a fun night out. Owners Thomas Oh and…
Oi Muchim (오이무침) is a traditional Korean banchan or side dish made with cucumbers. It is a classic Korean dish that is easy to prepare, refreshing to eat, and can be enjoyed year-round. Oi muchim became a favorite of mine some years ago when we were on vacation with my parents. My mom was making…
Chopsticks Feed Billions but Also Prevent Assassinations and Train Olympians Sometimes when I’m waiting in a coffee line, an odd annoyance pops into my head. It bothers me that my 10-year-old son does not know how to use chopsticks properly. It’s not a top-tier concern, up there with climate disasters or hate crimes, but it…
Mari NYC is an elevated Korean restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen that is simply a must-try. Chef Sungchul Shim opened his first restaurant, Kochi NYC in Hell’s Kitchen in October 2019 and the restaurant quickly earned a Michelin Star by offering a menu that modernized the traditional flavors of Korean royal court food with modern gastronomic…