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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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S. Korea to inject $37m in joint R&D projects with Czech Republic
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1 in 5 households to have breadwinner over 80 in 30 years
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Jeju's solo traveler-friendly spots offer solitude as well as camaraderie
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Christmas lunch buffet, dinner at Sheraton Grand Incheon HotelSheraton Grand Incheon Hotel will offer a Christmas-special lunch buffet of chicken wings, grilled turkey and beef on Dec. 25 from noon to 2:30 pm at its Grand Ballroom.The dishes are followed by sweet desserts, and for children a dance and photo-taking session with robot and cartoon characters are available. The promotion is 94,000 won for adults and 66,000 won for children under 13. For more information and reservations, call (032)
Nov. 26, 2017
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From eclairs to tarts at patisserie by Garuharu
Yun Eun-young, pastry chef of the now-defunct Eclair by Garuharu, amassed a following with her sumptuous repertoire of eclairs and macarons for over three years before moving onto her next act. Now, at her new perch in Yeoksam-dong, the prominent pastry chef, who studied at the Paris-based Ecole Lenotre, is proving her prowess in other things sweet. “This location opened this February,” chef Lee Hwa-jin, 26, said of Patisserie by Garuharu, a small eight-seat spot that represents Yun’s latest e
Nov. 24, 2017
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Korean cooking classes rise as immersive travel activities
Rozenne, born to French and Korean parents, had spent most of her life in France watching her mother cook Korean food in the kitchen of their Strasbourg home. Now, 25 years old and fresh out of university, she is in Korea to travel, see family and learn Korean cooking for the first time. On Thursday, she tried her hand at two staple dishes -- ttukbaegi bulgogi (beef stew) and Japchae (glass noodle stir-fried with vegetables) -- at a cooking studio run by food company CJ Cheil Jedang in Jung-gu,
Nov. 13, 2017
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Palate-zinging Japanese tapas at Romantei
Ikazaya, essentially Japanese tapas bars, are a longstanding fixture of Seoul’s dining scene, a popular option for those who want a second round of nibbles and tipples on a jovial evening out. While many successful izakaya have built up a reputation on more traditional eats like yakitori and platters of beautifully arranged sashimi moriawase, Romantei is rapidly building a buzz with its unconventional compilation of palate-zinging bites. “We use an eclectic range of ingredients,” said co-owner H
Nov. 10, 2017
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and packages
Happy hour promotion at Park Hyatt SeoulPark Hyatt Seoul’s The Timber House is offering a happy hour course menu priced at 59,000 won per person. It features Japanese appetizers, izakaya dishes and shellfish noodles, with unlimited sake and Japanese beers daily from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. through Dec. 31.The course meal includes seasoned ark shells with a wasabi dressing, shrimps and caviar cooked with katsuo broth, tamagoyaki with cream and shrimps and bacon-wrapped asparagus with teriyaki sauce. Oth
Nov. 10, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Wait is over - Michelin unveils latest Seoul guide
Korean restaurants Gaon and La Yeon kept their three Michelin stars in the 2018 edition of Michelin Guide Seoul.Michelin released the second edition of the Michelin Guide Seoul at a press conference at Signiel Seoul in Seoul on Wednesday, awarding the coveted Michelin stars to a total of 24 restaurants.Two new restaurants joined the ranks of the two-star restaurants -- Kojima-Sushi and Jungsik, a modern Korean restaurant which moved up a notch from last year’s one Michelin star-- while Gotgan an
Nov. 8, 2017
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[Korean Bapsang] Spicy japchae with seafood
This japchae recipe is made spicy with a generous amount of seafood. It will be a nice change from traditional japchae. If you’re not a fan of seafood, this recipe can easily be turned into a vegan japchae by omitting the seafood. Likewise, if you don’t like spicy food, simply omit the gochugaru (Korean red chili pepper flakes) for a mild seafood japchae. The main ingredient, of course, is sweet potato starch noodles called dangmyeon, also known as glass noodles. The most common way to cook the
Nov. 3, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Michelin Guide Seoul unveils Bib Gourmand Seoul 2018
Michelin Guide Seoul announced the recipients of the Seoul Bib Gourmand awards on Wednesday, a week ahead of the official launch of the full guidebook set to be released on Nov. 8. Bib Gourmand highlights restaurants offering “exceptionally good food at moderate prices.” The selected restaurants offer items priced below a specific price range determined by the local economic standards. The maximum price for the Bib Gourmand Seoul edition is 35,000 won ($31).The cover of The Michelin Guide Seoul
Nov. 1, 2017
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[Around the Hotels] Packages and promotion
Singapore national dishes at Millennium Seoul HiltonMillennium Seoul Hilton’s all-day-dining and international buffet restaurant, Cafe 395, has added two signature dishes of Singapore -- Bak Kut Teh and Laksa -- to its menu. Bak Kut Teh is a pork rib dish simmered in an aromatic broth of herbs and spices and slow-cooked to tenderness. Laksa is a popular spicy noodle soup with a base of spicy curry or tamarind with rice vermicelli and topped with chicken, prawns or fish.Cafe 395 uses fresh market
Oct. 29, 2017
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Raffine presents take on Parisian neo-bistro
Texture, flavor and presentation are all accounted for at Raffine, a French establishment that showcases cerebral cuisine from its 18-seat perch in Sinsa-dong, Seoul. “We want the food to be fresh but not flamboyant,” said head chef Lee Dae-ryuk, 31, explaining how the goal is to give diners something new but not something over-the-top. This attitude is in line with Paris’ neo-bistro trend, where chefs are stepping away from tradition to present their own personal takes on cuisine, often in s
Oct. 28, 2017
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[Korean Bapsang] Yeongeun jorim (sweet soy braised lotus root)
Yeongeun jorim is a popular fall side dish that’s made with lotus roots. It’s sweet, savory, and crunchy! It surely deserves a spot on your favorite basic side dish (mitbanchan) list.To make the dish, you first peel and slice the lotus roots, and then pre-boil in water with a little bit of vinegar before braising. This is a technique Korean home cooks use to reduce the starch level and remove any bitterness from the lotus root. Yeongeun jorim (sweet soy braised lotus root)As for the braising li
Oct. 20, 2017
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Italian tapas at Cucciolo Terrazza
After Cucciolo Terrazza, the newest eatery dreamed up by Cucciolo Group’s owner-chef Ji-woon Julian Kim, opened this September in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul, it quickly became the hip place to be. Fans of Kim’s Italian establishments -- Cucciolo Osteria, Maremma Trattoria, Volpino Ristorante and Volpino Ristorante Busan -- seemed eager to check out his latest offering. The new wine bar-style hangout lives up to expectations with a lineup of plates -- both big and small -- that are classic Cucciolo --
Oct. 14, 2017
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[Around the Hotels] Packages and promotions
Seaside getaway at Hilton Namhae Golf Spa ResortHilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort is offering a seasonal package of accommodation, food, spa and coffee through Nov. 30. The Colorful Autumn Package features a one-night stay in a suite room, breakfast at the restaurant Breeze and access to the spa, as well as take-out coffee. The Namhae area in the southern coast of Korea is ideal for travel in fall, with its seaside walking trails and close proximity to scenic mountains. The resort has rooms offe
Oct. 13, 2017
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Co-owner of Manimal listed among ‘30 Under 30 Asia’ of Forbes
Kim Dae-young, 28, co-owner of Manimal, has been listed among the “30 Under 30 Asia” rankings compiled by Forbes magazine. Kim has focused on strengthening teamwork and developing delicious food in a bid to make inroads in the food and beverages industry. Stressing the role of the Manimal team, Kim said his business itself is small, but it’s been selected by Forbes thanks to the interesting story behind his business and the company’s philosophy.Kim graduated from Glion Institute of Higher Educ
Sept. 25, 2017
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[Around the Hotels] Packages and promotions
Meat, Malbec combination at Park Hyatt SeoulThe Park Hyatt Seoul’s restaurant and teahouse The Lounge is holding a promotion of premium meat dishes paired with Argentine Malbec wine through Jan. 31 next year. The combination of Terrazas Malbec varieties and meat dishes is priced at 58,000 won per person. A glass of wine costs 18,000 won. Wine varieties include Terrazas Single Vineyard Malbec (165,000 won per bottle) and Terrazas Reserva Malbec (90,000 won per bottle), both produced at the Terraz
Sept. 24, 2017
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[Korean Bapsang] Seafood cheese tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cake)
What happens when spicy tteokbokki -- Korea’s most popular street food -- meets seafood and cheese? It’s elevated to the next level! All the contrasting flavors work so well together to create something incredibly flavorful and comforting. Use any cheese(s) you would use for pizza or pasta. Mozzarella is great, and I also like the pizza blend (provolone, asiago, mozzarella, etc.) in this dish. You can melt the cheese over the stove top, in the microwave, or under the broiler. Any combination of
Sept. 22, 2017
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[Around the Hotels] Packages and promotions
Authentic Mexican food at Millennium Seoul HiltonThe Millennium Seoul Hilton’s flagship restaurant, Cafe 395, is holding a promotion of Mexican cuisine through Wednesday. Authentic Mexican dishes prepared by Chef Daniel Gonzalez from Mexico are available alongside regular buffet offerings. Mexican specialties include hot and cold appetizers, entrees and desserts, including green ceviche tostadas, scallops aguachile, duck tamales with black mole sauce, soft crabs with green mole, beef sweetbreads
Sept. 15, 2017
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It’s all in the dough at Darobe
The pizza crust at Darobe, which opened near Seoul Forest this August, is a mouthwatering exercise in texture and flavor. When the 40-hour fermented dough at this new pizzeria meets the blistering heat of a wood-fired oven it takes on its own delicious personality. The edges taste smoky, nutty and sweet, all crackly crisp on the outside and chewy and airy on the inside. Towards the center, the crust grows more elastic and soft and takes on a richer, more robust flavor reminiscent of roasted waln
Sept. 15, 2017
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Halal eating, not as easy as ABC in Korea
For Muslims, eating right means more than simply a balanced diet; it is a sacred law of their religion that they dutifully abide by.Halal -- roughly translated into “permissible” from Arabic -- food refers to that which is permitted for consumption in Islam. Haram, or “forbidden,” foods are those that Muslims must stay away from, such as alcohol and certain types of meat, notably pork and dog meat. Muslim bloggers in Korea try halal food at a hotel in Seoul on Thursday during an event organized
Sept. 10, 2017
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[Korean Bapsang] Jjolmyeon (spicy chewy noodles)
Jjolmyeon is a cold noodle dish of chewy noodles in a sweet and tangy gochujang sauce. The word “jjolmyeon” actually means chewy noodles, but it also refers to the dish made with them. The noodles are made from wheat flour and starch, and they are slightly thick, chewy, and bouncy. You can find these noodles either in the refrigerator or frozen section. Typically, kongnamul (soybean sprouts), green cabbage, carrots, and cucumbers are the vegetables included in this dish. These crunchy vegetable
Sept. 8, 2017