Review : Jeong Chicago, 8 Outstanding Courses of Modern Korean Cuisine
Jeong Chicago is an oasis of Korean fine dining in the Midwest.
Kkanpoong Tofu: the BEST Tofu Recipe I’ve Ever Made
Why Did I Veganize This Dish? I came up with this Spicy & Crunchy Garlic Tofu recipe because it needed to happen. Like, there was a gaping maw in the universe that could only be filled once this recipe was created. Ok, putting to one side my illusions of grandeur, let’s just say that this…
[Review] Kochi NYC, Modern Korean Royal Cuisine on a Stick
Kochi NYC is a lovely gem of Korean gastronomy that opened in Hell’s Kitchen, right before the pandemic. Since then, Kochi has received a Michelin star and has become one of the most prominent fine dining restaurants in Manhattan. The chef Sungchul Shim, who previously worked at Neta and Per Se, offers a menu that honors…
H Mart Hacks: 6 Ways to Make the Most of the Beloved Korean Superstore
H Mart was my saving grace during Covid-19 because while the grocery store literally across the street had massive lines 24/7, I could breeze into H Mart, like any Asian restaurant at this time, and it would be almost empty except for fellow Asians, all excellently masked. I could be in and out in 15…
Army Stew: Budae Jjigae, a 1 Pot Comfort Food
What is Budae jjigae? It’s a one pot Korean stew that was created during the Korean War using ingredients found at the US Army Base. Budae means army base and jjigae is Korean stew, and the dish was invented by restaurants that had access to remnants from army rations. An intriguing novelty at the time,…
Jujunja: the Hardworking Kettle that Warmed a Nation Works Just as Well Today
Long ago, when winter descended upon a tiny war-torn country in Asia called Korea, oversized aluminum kettles called jujunja made their way to the tops of thousands of heaters in chilly classrooms and offices across the country. Kids warmed their hands around it and at lunchtime drank hot barley or corn tea from it while…
Ultimate Guide to Korean Ramen + the 12 Best
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Korean ramen consumption jumped sharply worldwide. Korean ramen became an emergency stay-at-home food during the crisis. And with K-drama’s ever-increasing popularity, which frequently showcases the most delicious Korean ramen, several of these noodle-based snacks have become best-sellers.
12 Amazing Korean Restaurants in LA Ktown
Long before LA LA LAND brought light to the wonders of the City of Angels, the likes of Jonathan Gold and Anthony Bourdain helped open mainstream eyes to the marvels of the Los Angeles Koreatown food scene. Los Angeles is home to the largest Korean population in America, and serves up some of the most…
5 Delightful Soju Cocktail Recipes That Will Light Up Your Party
The holiday season is here and it’s time to celebrate! We love to throw parties during this time of year and one great way to get the evening started off right is with fun soju cocktails instead of the same old drinks. As K-drama lovers, we all know what soju is since it is practically…
[Review] Seoulbox Ships a Taste of Korea Straight to Your Door (10% Off First Order)
Whether you live far away from Korean markets or simply crave some new Korean foods selected by an expert, Seoulbox promises to come to the rescue by shipping a box of goodies straight from Korea to your door! Since I grew up in Korea, I was curious to check out what kind of merchandise was…