Korean desserts take over global markets with trendy makeovers
Korean-style desserts are finding growing popularity among young consumers overseas, especially Millenials and Gen Z, fueled by the global Korean Wave and viral content on platforms like YouTube. In r...
Choi Hyo-jung, Kim Seo-young
Korean desserts take over global markets with trendy makeovers
Blue House sees spike in visitors after Yoon's impeachment
Cheong Wa Dae, or the Blue House, the former presidential compound in Seoul, was packed with visitors on Apr. 7, the first weekday since President Yoo...
2025.04.08(Tue)
|Ahn Jun-hyen, Kim Do-gyun, Lee Jung-soo
Small but Mighty: Daejeon's Sungsimdang tops big chains in bakery profits
Sungsimdang, a beloved regional bakery based in Daejeon, South Korea, has defied expectations once again—surpassing major national chains in profits l...
2025.04.06(Sun)
|Lee Ga-young
Interview: A taste of spring captured in desserts by Park Ju-hye and Justin Lee
Everyone has moments that stand out as special. Firsts and lasts tend to remain the most vivid—like the moment one first meets a loved one or the firs...
2025.04.05(Sat)
|Lee Jung-soo
'North Korea-view Starbucks' becomes new attraction in South Korea's DMZ
A Starbucks in Gimpo, South Korea, is gaining attention for its unique location with a view of North Korea. Located at the Aegibong Peace Ecological P...
2025.03.30(Sun)
|Lee Seung-woo, Park Su-hyeon
S. Korean farm becomes 'nursing home' for sick, abandoned animals
In Gangneung, Gangwon Province, a 42,975-square-meter animal sanctuary is home to over 1,000 animals, including tigers, hyenas, mountain goats, peacoc...
2025.03.28(Fri)
|Koo A-mo (Gangneung), Kim Seo-young
Asia at the Table: Young chefs redefining global fine dining
“Growing up, I often heard the phrase ‘Asia in the world’ in documentaries. But now, it feels like Asia stands at the center of the world. I believe A...
2025.03.25(Tue)
|Lee Jung-soo
Five Chefs, One Spring Table: A Night of cross-cultural flavors in Seoul
As spring gently unfolded in Seoul this March, a special gastronomic evening took place at the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul in Yeouido. Celebrating the ...
2025.03.25(Tue)
|Lee Jung-soo
The wave of Asian cuisine flows into Seoul ahead of 50 Best Awards
On the eve of the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards, a talk show offered a sweeping look into the present and future of Asian cuisine. Launched in 201...
2025.03.24(Mon)
|Lee Jung-soo
[Beyond the Shelf] The art of food and wine pairing
Food and wine pairing is about creating harmonious relationships between flavors, intensities, weight, and texture. When done well, the right pairing ...
2025.03.23(Sun)
|Dennis Kelly, the Master Sommelier at Better Beverage Company
A Culinary Symphony in Seoul: Five Michelin-starred chefs unite for a jazz-fueled gala
This spring, a special moment blending gourmet cuisine and music awaits. Five Michelin-starred chefs, including representatives from South Korea and T...
2025.03.22(Sat)
|Lee Jung-soo
Foreign tourists with pets flock to S. Korea as pet-friendly culture expands
Gabriel and Lydia Teo, a Taiwanese couple, spent two weeks traveling across South Korea in February with their seven-year-old Maltipoo, Olive. After a...
2025.03.17(Mon)
|Choi Ha-yeon, Koo Amo, Park Su-hyeon
Jeju welcomes visitors to 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' filming spots
The Netflix original series “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” filmed in Jeju, has gained global popularity, drawing attention to the island’s scenic f...
2025.03.17(Mon)
|Lee Ka-young, Kim Seo-young
Santa Barbara Comes to Seoul: The Cool-climate wines and sustainability behind the region's distinction
Santa Barbara, one of California’s most distinctive wine regions, took center stage in Seoul as ten acclaimed wineries brought their finest selections...
2025.03.15(Sat)
|Lee Jung-soo
Once-fading Korean island thrives with three-meal homestays
At 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 25, around 40 tourists wearing sunglasses were waiting for a boat at Sibang Port in Geoje, South Gyeongsang Province, despite it ...
2025.03.07(Fri)
|Kim Jun-ho, Kim Seo-young