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Yoon, Fiala seek wider range of cooperation beyond nuclear energy
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40% of Korea's workers who reported bullying faced retaliation: survey
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Over 82,000 Korean young people unemployed, not searching for job long-term
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600 evacuated as heavy rain floods roads, homes in southern regions
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[KH Explains] Can smart chargers ease tensions over EV fires?
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Torrential rainfall forces 1,500 to evacuate, causes widespread damage to homes, roads
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S. Korea, Czech Republic to increase direct flights
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[Weekender] Young Koreans more open to Japanese cultural products
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Seoul, Prague to team up throughout nuclear energy project delivery
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S. Korea to inject $37m in joint R&D projects with Czech Republic
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Korean food festival kicks off in Seoul
A festival of traditional Korean food, known as hansik in Korean, kicked off in Seoul on Thursday as South Korea pushes to promote the country's food culture around the world, the government said.The two-day 2018 World Hansik Festival, featuring cooking shows by star chefs and a program of making traditional Korean pastes, among other events, is taking place at the Convention and Exhibition Center in Seoul, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs said. (Yonhap)The event, the third of
Oct. 4, 2018
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Diet drink under probe over safety
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety said Thursday they will look into a pineapple vinegar drink along with other food and drink products that promote their effectiveness for weight loss.The drink in question was selected for inspection through an online petition, which received the most votes from June 8 to Aug. 31 on an online petition forum provided by the MFDS. (Yonhap)The petitioner wrote that the pineapple vinegar drink had caused side effects including diarrhea, stomach pains and menstrua
Sept. 27, 2018
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Champagne bubbles at Park Hyatt SeoulPark Hyatt Seoul’s premium vinyl music bar The Timber House is hosting a Veuve Clicquot promotion through the end of the year. Ordering the “Bubbly Lovely” set, customers can choose among three champagne options: Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Veuve Clicquot Rose and Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame. The set includes a Korean beef cutlet, cheese platter or fruit dessert platter. Prices range from 275,000 won to 625,000 won. On every last Saturday of the month, Veu
Sept. 27, 2018
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Art of afternoon tea at Grand Hyatt Seoul The Gallery at Grand Hyatt Seoul, in collaboration with local artist Choi Jeong-hwa, is presenting a promotion titled “ARTernoon -- Your Heart is My Art.”In line with the ongoing exhibition “Choi Jeong-hwa: Blooming Matrix” held at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art’s branch in Samcheong-dong, the pastry chefs have created a collection of culinary art pieces, inspired by the artist’s works, such as tea-bag shaped cookies and mini opera ca
Sept. 20, 2018
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Michelin to announce latest stars of Seoul next month
The third edition of Michelin Guide Seoul will be released on Oct 18. Michelin Guide Seoul 2019 will be revealed at an award ceremony at Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, in southern Seoul. This year’s ceremony will be held under the theme of “Journey to Passion,” paying homage to passionate chefs and food connoisseurs. Since its launch in 2017, the Seoul guide has had two three-starred restaurants and four two-starred restaurants. A total of 18 restaurants have earned one-starred status. The
Sept. 18, 2018
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[Video] Top 3 food combinations in Korea’s convenience stores
For busy workers and students alike, Korea’s convenience stores have emerged as favorite spots to grab a quick meal. The major convenience store chains feature a wide range of food -- everything from individual servings of fruit to basic groceries and ready-made meals. To make a quick meal taste even better, Koreans often mix and match convenience store foods. You can even search YouTube for recipe ideas, such as “legendary combination of foods found in convenience stores,” or “a heavenly taste
Sept. 14, 2018
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Aromatic, eclectic eats at Ithaca
The food at Ithaca, chef Kim Tae-yoon’s latest restaurant, is not easy to categorize.The food exhibits Korean, Japanese, Middle Eastern, Italian and Greek influences, all skillfully fused into incredibly aromatic, spiced and texturally fascinating dishes. Fragrant shiso and fennel add an aromatic layer to Ithaca’s sous-vide whelk, lotus root and tomatoes. (Park Hyun-koo/The Korea Herald)“The food here has no boundaries,” said Ithaca co-owner and chef Kim, 38. Kim, an avid traveler, explained ho
Sept. 13, 2018
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Taste of Mexico at Millennium Seoul HiltonMillennium Seoul Hilton’s flagship restaurant, Cafe 395, hosts a special promotion featuring Mexican cuisine. Special guest chef Eric Daniel Gonzalez from a traditional Mexican restaurant will helm the kitchen to bring an authentic taste of Mexico’s finest foods, in addition to the regular offerings of Cafe 395’s buffet. Hot, cold appetizers, entrees and desserts -- including ceviche, soft crab stew, pork stew with tequila and beef ribs -- will be prepar
Sept. 13, 2018
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Gifts to make Chuseok fuller
Chuseok is just around the corner, packed with gifts. The traditional holiday, which falls on Sept. 24 this year, sees people visiting families in their hometowns -- and they do not show up empty-handed. Preparing gifts is not obligatory, but it is considered good manners to visit a relative’s house with a gift, appreciating the effort that the host made. Also, Korean companies offer gifts to its employees in the season, recognizing the hard work and encouraging them. Businesses exchange gifts a
Sept. 13, 2018
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[Epicurean Challenge] Pink sausages under the sear: gaebul
Say “hello” to yet another sea creature: gaebul. Gaebul refers to the marine spoon worm, also called the fat innkeeper worm, as it creates tunnels in the ocean floor that provide shelter for other creatures and allows them to pass through.The plump pink creature resembles a skin-like sausage. But the texture has a feeling more similar to the softer parts of human flesh. (Video shot and produced by Lim Jeong-yeo/The Korea Herald)Upon being touched, gaebul squirms and puffs up a bit. Then taken fr
Sept. 13, 2018
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[Weekender] Noryangjin, a home turf of test-takers’ soul food
Noryangjin, a cluster of private cram institutes for various national exams, is home to some 40,000 Korean test-takers in their 20s and 30s. As most of its students tend to stay near their cram schools from early in the morning to late at night, the area’s dining culture has also evolved along the life patterns of the students. Portions are much cheaper and larger than in other Seoul neighborhoods, while the restaurants, vendors and cafes also tend to serve food quickly to save students’ time.
Sept. 6, 2018
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[Around the Hotels] Promotion and packages
Solo Parisian escape during Chuseok holidays French-style boutique hotel L‘Escape invites guests who would like to escape the daily life by themselves. The Singles Holiday package is a single room package, targeting guests who want to vacation alone in a hotel. It offers one-night stay with an elegant afternoon tea set at the hotel’s tea salon, Le Salon by Maison M’O. For a Deluxe Room, there will be room upgrades to Atelier Rooms, on a first-come, first-served basis. The price starts at 250,000
Sept. 6, 2018
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[Epicurean Challenge] Raw cow liver is like blood Jell-O
Warning, this is not for the faint of heart.Walking into an average beef tartare eatery in Korea, you will see the word “liver” on the menu board. Here, the word refers to cow’s liver -- served raw. Raw cow liver and omasum (Im Eun-byel/The Korea Herald) The raw, chopped liver has a dark red hue. Though some may think fresh liver should have a scarlet or bright red shade, the dark red is a sign of freshness. The surface gleams with moisture, so much so it is almost reflective. It is hard to pic
Sept. 6, 2018
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[Trending] K-pop stars rave about ‘Inkigayo sandwich’
A simple sandwich that originated from the cafeteria of broadcaster SBS has caused a stir among K-pop fans. K-pop stars have heaped praise on the “Inkigayo sandwich” made with salad and strawberry jam, and it has gone viral on social media. Inkigayo Sandwich (de la Serna`s YouTube Channel)The sandwich was first made by the owner of SBS’ cafeteria, where only singers and staff are allowed to enter. It earned the name Inkigayo sandwich as many K-pop singers have satisfied their hunger with it befo
Sept. 5, 2018
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Korea to host K-food fair in LA
South Korea will host a Korean food and beverage trade show in the United States to boost local firms' export opportunities in the major market, the government said Tuesday.About 40 Korean food exporters and 100 buyers from the US, Canada and Latin America will attend the "K-Food Fair" to be held in Los Angeles on Wednesday and Thursday, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs said Kimchi (Yonhap)Exhibitors will showcase kimchi, ginseng, pears and citron tea, as well as healthy foods
Sept. 4, 2018
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Pierre Gagnaire to return, along with Lotte Hotel Seoul’s revamped Executive Tower
After extensive yearlong renovations, Lotte Hotel Seoul is ready to reopen its Executive Tower -- and, with it, the Michelin-starred French restaurant Pierre Gagnaire. The famous chef Gagnaire was in Seoul for two days to supervise the reopening of the restaurant, which has modernized its service while maintaining its quality. The Royal Suite in the Executive Tower (Lotte Hotels and Resorts)Service during lunch hours has been simplified so that guests can finish eating within an hour. The resta
Aug. 31, 2018
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[Weekender] Homemade dosirak, a healthy alternative with bragging rights
A neatly rolled omelet, half-cut cherry tomatoes and sprouts salad, fried cubes of meat and tofu in a packed meal, or “dosirak” in Korean, show off the delicate culinary skills of the cook. As one-person households increase and people prefer quicker meals, the variety of ready-to-eat meals has become more diverse than ever. However, some still prefer the old way, packing their lunchboxes at home for themselves and for their loved ones. (On the courtesy of instagram user @ciny_diet)For Ciny, an
Aug. 30, 2018
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[Weekender] Rise of the convenience store dosirak
The word dosirak has a number of meanings in Korean. The word can mean any meal packed to be carried, the container specially designed for carrying packed lunches, or a Japanese style bento. However, in recent years the word has become almost synonymous with factory produced, ready-to-eat meals on offer at the convenience stores that occupy every nook and cranny of major Korean cities. “Young men seem to pick these up a lot more than young women. I think it might be because there are a lot of pe
Aug. 30, 2018
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[Weekender] Dosirak, evolution of packed lunches
From transporting meals in bamboo wicker baskets during the Joseon dynasty, packed lunches, or dosirak in Korean, have evolved with the times, and become a source of nostalgia for some, and a convenience and necessity for others. “Lunch was a big part of school life when I was young. It may sound cliched, but checking out friends’ dosirak and sharing the food was one of the more fun parts of going to school,” Lee Mi-sook, a 56-year old housewife, said, adding that her high-school-age nephews had
Aug. 30, 2018
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Autumn swim at Banyan Tree Club & Spa SeoulBanyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is offering the Oasis Cabana package for guests seeking a late staycation. The package includes a one-night stay at the hotel’s Banyan Room or Namsan Pool Room. A cabana for four people at the hotel’s iconic Oasis Pool is included as well. As the weather may not be warm enough for a late-night swim, the pool is maintained at a temperature of 32 degrees Celsius. Each cabana has an individual Jacuzzi allowing the guests to enj
Aug. 30, 2018