2024-01-22 03:17
There’s an unspoken rule in the world of Korean fried chicken joints that many food enthusiasts have come to recognize. It’s a rule that may seem counterintuitive to some, but it… Read More
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2023-11-29 03:37
Type: Fine Dining Korean BBQ
Good for: Saying you went to a MIchelin re… Read More
2023-10-13 06:25
Type: Instagram Bait
Good for: Instagram–if you’r… Read More
2023-10-13 06:12
Type: Fake Culture
Good for: saying you watched it… Read More
2023-10-13 06:03
Type: Domestic, Artificial
Good for: if you’ve never been to Euro… Read More
2023-10-13 05:46
Type: Domestic, Artificial
Good for: if you are a fan of the K-drama &l… Read More
2023-08-23 05:05
I’ve been writing about Korean food in Seoul since 2004 at ZenKimchi. I’ve consulted Ant… Read More
2023-05-26 00:04
According to the JoongAng Ilbo, bagels have really hit it big in Korea. In the expat-o-sphere, we’ve been noticing more bagel shops pop up over the years in our group Restaurant Buzz S… Read More
2023-05-23 06:38
Planning a trip to South Korea? Choosing the right time to visit can greatly enhance your travel experience. In this seasonal guide, we’ll help you navigate the best time of year to ex… Read More
2023-02-25 05:07
What Makes Springtime in Korea So Special?
Springtime in Korea is a magical time of year. With the beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom and the many exciting festivals, tours, and act… Read More
2022-12-16 06:49
In my experience talking to our tour guests, the most popular Seoul hotel areas are Myeong-dong, Hongdae, Jongno, Itaewon, Insa-dong, Dongdaemun, Bukchon, and Gangnam. Some people have loved… Read More
2022-12-15 07:08
Where are the best places to visit in Seoul?
So many times, I get the question, “What are thin… Read More
2022-12-15 02:00
One of the best places to visit in Seoul is Noryangjin Fish Market. It’s like an aquarium where you can eat the exhibits. Unlike a lot of fish markets around the world, many of the fis… Read More
2022-08-31 04:09
I had two guests on the Authentic Korean Chicken & Beer Experience last night. One of them writes books on food around the world. One food he’d written about but had never tried wa… Read More
2022-08-23 04:11
Korean Food Tours | What You Need To Know First
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2022-06-11 05:41
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2021-09-14 13:10
You may have noticed the Korean lost cat ad I posted in the blog. That’s because I had set up a Facebook ad targeting people in my neighborhood, and it helped to have a URL to link to… Read More
2021-09-11 06:41
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실종장소: 월드메르디앙ǹ……Read More
2021-04-01 03:01
McDonald’s Korea discontinued the Filet-O-Fish in 2008. Today, April 1st, 2021, it is back. I try my first one in maybe 15 years. Will it live up to expectations? And what of t… Read More
2021-03-17 09:27
I rented “Minari” last week and watched it a couple of times. I’m still thinking about it. I love books and films that linger and don’t vanish like cotton candy. The… Read More
2020-12-17 10:56
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2020-10-02 04:50
If you have ever been to South Korea, you’ve most likely tried traditional pork belly. The meat is tender and not too spicy, and it’s a perfect part of a feast for guests or fami… Read More
2020-07-06 20:52
(cc) Emily OrpinThis is long past due.I’m getting so tired of ignorant people associating modern Korea with eating dog meat. Or even worse, portraying the entire country as dog eaters… Read More
2020-03-19 04:42
Hello, welcome again to Driving in Korea. The videos where I just drive around Korea and talk about what’s happening here.Welcome back. I am sure like the rest of the world you might b… Read More
2020-02-08 09:10
I have watched “Parasite” a few times now. During one viewing, I broke out my laptop to take notes. There were a lot of references in the film that people outside Korea wouldn&rs&hell…Read More
2019-12-03 23:31
There’s something I’d say for Korea that I wouldn’t say for America–there are some freakin’ good re… Read More
2019-11-25 13:04
Planning an event and making sure it goes ahead smoothly is no easy task. Whether it’s a small gathering or a huge banquet, people have high expectations, and you’re constantly u… Read More
2019-11-16 07:32
The spicy stewed pork ribs emerged from the kitchen. Two attractive TV hosts gawked at them in wonder. They gazed at a dish of decadence. A dish that broke all the rules. A dish that was Kor… Read More
2019-07-13 02:11
Do you want inside news about the Seoul restaurant scene? Do you want tips for traveling in Korea? Do you want watch a clueless middle-aged man drive in Seoul?
Here you go! The first three e… Read More
2019-06-19 01:17
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I found out a couple months ago that I had a four-day vacation coming up. This was the year I decided to live a little. We’ve concentrated so much on saving money for ho… Read More
2019-01-03 23:31
AdvertisementThere’s something I’d say for Korea that I wouldn’t say for America–there are some freakin’ good restaurant franchises that I’d recommend eve… Read More
2019-01-03 09:05
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2019-01-02 15:29
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A Short History of Korean Chicken
Chicken and beer have become serious institutions in South Korea. Fried chic… Read More
2019-01-01 15:27
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Generally this year has not been bad, but it didn’t go the way I thought it would at the beginning. Specifically, the dropshipping stuff was about as much of a dud as my… Read More
2018-12-20 02:06
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“I’m not going to have to get naked, am I?”
Trailblazing pitmaster Linus Kim (Linus’ Bama-style Barbecue) looked at me with a grin with a hint of fear… Read More
2018-12-05 02:19
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Nashville Hot Chicken has hit Seoul. There’s been buzz about thi… Read More
2018-11-25 03:49
Tom’s Pizza in Hongdae has been making the rounds in the foodie community because of its high quality New York style pizza. It’s now my go-to place for business meetings. It&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-11-16 15:59
AdvertisementTomorrow’s our third annual neighborhood Thanksgiving.
Jian is really into it this year. When I was a kid, my cousin Matthew had a funny story he still repeats each y… Read More
2018-11-13 10:39
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2018-10-21 04:49
AdvertisementI have lived in Korea for almost 15 years. I have a Korean family. I own a business promoting Korean culture. I even voted in the last Korean election.
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2018-10-15 02:27
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This weekend, after a quick few beers & Korean fried chicken the night before, I went to Chef Jay Morjaria’s (Twitter, Instagram) pop-up event at Vineworks. If you ha… Read More
2018-10-14 07:18
Korean food tours, especially Seoul food tours, daunt travelers with all the choices. There is no one-size-fits-all experience. As I said on a previous post, TripAdvisor/Viator tours and ot… Read More
2018-10-14 07:18
Korean food tours are one of the top things to do in Korea. When you’re putting together a Korea itinerary, do a food tour or cooking class early. It’s relaxing. It gets you orie… Read More
2018-09-26 03:38
AdvertisementLately Chuseok and Seollal have been my “Bachelor Weeks.” I usually get tours booked, so I have to stay in the Seoul area during the holidays while the girls go visi… Read More
2018-09-13 09:06
AdvertisementThere’s a Bon Dosirak franchise near my day job’s location. This is the latest concept from Bon Juk and Bon Bibimbap. I’ve had a few of these dosirak (lunchbox… Read More
2018-08-14 06:50
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A few things have bring floating around this week. The big one, even getting tweeted by the Blue House, is this jaw-dropping video of Seoul by independent filmographer Brandon… Read More
2018-08-07 04:49
AdvertisementKevin is a second generation Korean-American student contemplating dropping out of medical school as his passion for the culinary world increases, much to the dismay of his trad… Read More
2018-07-18 00:11
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Traders makes these limited time pizzas. They’re pretty much copies of Costco pizzas.
We just moved to another apartment yesterday. Our gas hadn’t been hooked up. T… Read More
2018-07-15 15:17
AdvertisementIt has already been four years since the last move. That move in 2014 was a big one. I had lived in that apartment and in Anyang longer than I’d lived anywhere in my adult… Read More
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2018-07-01 07:22
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I’ve known Chef Ryan Phillips for a while. We met during our regular guest gigs at Arirang Radio. He i… Read More
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2018-06-17 06:32
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2018-06-17 05:08
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This vegan temple food noodle soup takes full advantage of Deulggae, Perilla Seeds. The flavor from these seeds… Read More
2018-06-16 01:57
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2018-06-15 06:05
AdvertisementDakBokkeumTang is a spicy, almost creamy chicken stew with potatoes. It’s also known as DakDoriTang, but that’s a somewhat controversial name because it sounds too J… Read More
2018-06-08 16:14
Taking a break during shooting of “Parts Unknown”
We will hear a lot of tributes from the restaurant community about Anthony Bourdain. He’s always been identified as a chef… Read More
2018-04-09 02:57
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2018-03-04 16:52
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This is long past due.
I’m getting so tired of ignorant people associating modern Korea with eating dog meat. Or even worse, portraying the entire country… Read More
2018-03-02 03:54
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2018-02-18 06:26
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2018-01-25 08:49
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There’s a Korean burger that has been the must-try in Seoul’s foodie community. And it comes from a surprising place.
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2018-01-08 03:27
AdvertisementI was disturbed when a member forwarded me this email from a restaurant that was soliciting reviews in exchange for gastronomical compensation.
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2018-01-07 05:47
AdvertisementNot THAT Tofu Steak
A larger variation of many traditional Korean pancakes, Tofu Steak was a trendy for a while in dieting circles. The “steak” in this sense is supp… Read More
2018-01-07 05:36
AdvertisementKorean cuisine already has a reputation for being healthy. Not everything in Korean cuisine is so. Yet like most world traditional foods, it’s well-rounded and whole. Sout… Read More
2018-01-07 05:20
AdvertisementThis Korean vegan recipe–oh, why do I even bother saying it’s vegan? It’s just good.
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2018-01-02 03:38
AdvertisementThis is one of my personal posts. Super personal, so don’t expect any Korean food talk here. It’s also going to get a bit bleak.
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2018-01-02 03:38
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2017-09-24 09:05
Two articles recently came out on Korea Expose about Seoul’s Michelin Red Guide.
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2017-09-24 03:22
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2017-09-19 04:21
The copycat culture is getting more and more shameless.
I knew of people coming over and taking pictures of the food, trying to take it apart. I remember back when people were doing that at… Read More
2017-08-25 11:57
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2017-08-01 01:43
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2017-07-29 05:27
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2017-07-25 04:13
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2017-07-23 13:23
The latest version of the ZenKimchi Food & Tours App has been released on both iOS and Android.
We’re steadily getting new downloads. I hadn’t promoted the app heavily until… Read More
2017-07-11 01:01
I think the ice has melted now. Pretty safe to say that. But who knows with that hellish winter that stuck around too long like me at a wine party. Hopefully the list we did on winter surviv… Read More
2017-06-27 04:22
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2017-06-20 14:49
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2017-06-18 10:12
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2017-06-10 10:01
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2017-06-08 04:36
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2017-06-02 04:50
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2017-05-30 03:33
Is there a reliable map of restaurants in Seoul?
What bars have specials tonight?
I’m visiting Seoul. What should I do there? Are t… Read More
2017-05-28 15:40
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2017-05-28 13:30
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2017-05-25 01:23
Is E-Mart Killing The Economy?
Korea’s traditional grocery stores are struggling. They have been struggling for decades, since the… Read More
2017-05-23 14:47
Taj Mahal in Korea
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2017-05-17 11:45
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2017-05-17 11:39
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2017-05-17 03:53
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2017-05-06 07:03
For Children’s Day, we went to the Picnic on the Bridge, part of the Seoul Food Festival, organized by Chosun TV. What they did was… Read More
2017-04-30 11:50
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2017-04-27 15:06
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2017-04-22 03:38
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I seriously don’t get it.
Has the world gone MAD??
When I first came to Korea in 2004, I had some cultural adjustment to… Read More
2017-04-20 02:41
Greenpeace has been ranking cans of tuna for years based on sustainability. They released their first list in 2015. Since then, they hav… Read More
2017-04-20 02:41
Here is why I don’t buy Dongwon tuna–well, an added reason.
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2017-04-17 07:57
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