Seoul is a city for art lovers. From sculpture gardens to galleries, the city is full of cultural spaces dedicated to all things artsy. Hongdae is a neighborhood particularly known for its art scene, with many of its residents being design students at Hongik University. All the others no doubt appreciate the vibrant murals, street …
Month: June 2012
I’ve decided to continue sharing my observations of Korean cultural norms with a “Not-So-Normal Norms” segment. As noted in parts one and two, these posts are in no way intended to degrade Korean customs or offend the people that live there. These are simply my observations on cultural practices that do not exist in the …
There’s no doubt that the culinary event of the summer is “Chef’s Night In.” Held at La Cuisine cooking school in downtown Seoul and orchestrated by KoreaBites.com, this series of events will prove to be entertaining, memorable, and oh so delicious. Seven dinner parties have been scheduled throughout June and July and each will feature …
Although the expo is the main draw of Yeosu, it’s not the only attraction worth checking out. Before there was any talk of an expo, Yeosu was most famous for its natural beauty. As Yeosu sits on the southern coast of the peninsula, stunning ocean views are plentiful. Some of the more magnificent scenery can …
Well, it has finally arrived. The Expo, that is. Koreans have been anticipating this event like crazy and it seems that planning has been going on forever. When I first heard of it, I didn’t quite know what to expect. Of course I had heard of expos before, but wasn’t exactly sure what a world …
Last month, I read a few articles about the world expo that is currently being held in the southern city of Yeosu. While many said that the expo looked promising as a means of tourism as well as a cool place to check out, others were more skeptical. They argued that the event would end …
Since arriving in Korea, I have become addicted to green tea. In addition to its medicinal benefits (gotta love those antioxidants), it is also comforting and provides just the right amount of caffeine to start off the day. It has also found its way into my daily skincare regimen and various cosmetics and toiletries that …