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Christmas comes but once a year

Craving something sweet is a natural part of being human, yet we often suppress this desire in the name of health or a hectic schedule. But now is the time to savor life's sweetness without guilt.Afte...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-11-30

Eat the sea at Jagalchi Market

November is the best month to eat yellowtail fish.　November falls right in the middle of the harvest season, and markets are full of fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood. For seafood lovers, autumn is...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-11-01

City of Coffee

　In Busan, coffee is more than just a beverage; it's a way of life. Several neighborhoods citywide are dedicated to satisfying Busanites' caffeine obsession. These neighborhoods, known as "cafe street...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-10-04

Bulgogi, once a rare treat, is beloved by all

Seoul-style bulgogi, right, is more like a stew filled with beef and vegetables, while the bulgogi popular in Busan is just beef grilled over charcoal.Bulgogi is perhaps the most widely recognized foo...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-09-02

Bowls of bingsu offer sweet relief and pretty visuals

Summer Dessert Special

Red bean bingsu is the classic choice for everyone.Green tea's earthy flavor balances bingsu's sweetness.Mango bingsu. The combination of sweet and tart mango with ice flakes that cool your mouth is t...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-08-05

Survive Sambok with bowls of hot soup

Busan Summer Food Special

Besides a whole chicken, garlic, ginseng and jujube are essential to samgyetang.As summer approaches, Koreans are busy checking their calendars.Vacation dates? Not quite. Most Koreans are looking up t...

Ji Min Kyeom  |  2024-07-09

Naengmyeon beats the heat

Michelin Guide Busan Series ② Cold Noodles

Mul-milmyeon and bibim-milmyeon at Gukje Milmyeon.Samsung milmyeon topped with thinly shredded fried eggs.The mul-naengmyeon at Buda Myeonak.The mul-naengmyeon at Damiok.　As we head into summer, Korea...

Ji Min Kyeom  |  2024-06-05

A bowl of soup that mirrors its hometown history

Michelin Guide Busan Series ① Dwaeji gukbap

Unique bowls of dwaeji gukbap are found citywide.(top to bottom, 1. Anmok's soup does not require extra seasoning.　2. Namakzip's soup is light and nourishing.　 3. Hapcheon Gukbapjip serves generous po...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-05-06

Busan's culinary coming out party has three stars

Palate, Mori and Fiotto headline restaurant scene

　Earlier this year, Busan debuted on the international culinary scene when it appeared as a Michelin Guide city for the first time. Of the 43 restaurants listed by Michelin, three received the coveted...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-03-30

Gimbap is good for breakfast, lunch or dinner

Roll with Korean soul food

A roll of basic gimbap, filled with rice, carrots, spinach, egg, ham, pickled radish and fish cake, is a nutritious and complete meal. It is a staple in the diet of on-the-go Koreans.　After three mont...

Ji Minkyeom  |  2024-03-07