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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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S. Korea, Czech Republic to increase direct flights
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Seoul, Prague to team up throughout nuclear energy project delivery
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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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[KH Explains] Can smart chargers ease tensions over EV fires?
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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
Staycation at Park Hyatt Seoul Park Hyatt Seoul is to present the Experience More package, marking the hotel’s official reopening Tuesday. The package features a breakfast for two served in-room, complimentary one-tier room upgrade applicable up to City View Deluxe level and a Park Hyatt Seoul signature teddy bear. A bathrobe for kids will be offered to guests staying with children on a first come, first served basis. Stays between Tuesday and June 30 are available for reservation thr
June 5, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Suite night at Millennium Hilton Seoul Millennium Hilton Seoul has launched a Duplex Suite Package, involving its most high-end suites, Parkhill Suite, Vista Suite and Namdaemun Suite. Products from the European luxury perfume brand Memo will be on display, along with a complimentary sample of perfume. A welcome bottle of Moet Imperial Brut will be prepared. A one-way pickup or sending service is available within Seoul via a Cadillac CT6 or XT6. Guests can stay for up to 30 hours after chec
May 29, 2020
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Nutrimum bar contains essential nutrients for pregnant and lactating women: Nutricia
Recently, as the new coronavirus infection(COVID-19) has emerged as a major social problem, all men and women of all ages are paying attention to health functional foods to strengthen immunity. In particular, while experiencing the pendemic, the highest-ranking infectious disease declared by the World Health Organization (WHO), the trend of 'Self-Medication', where people take care of themselves while the importance of hygiene and immunity management is imprinted on consumers is spreading.
May 28, 2020
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Just rice, water and yeast for this small-batch makgeolli
After a judicious shake, twist of the cap and pour, Hangang Brewery’s 6 percent ABV Naroo Makgeolli gently releases a tart, fermented scent akin to yogurt, followed by a delicate sweetness, nuances of Asian pear and green apple, a silky mouthfeel and a clean finish. There is little carbonation in Hangang Brewery’s take on the traditional unrefined Korean rice wine, resulting in a smooth and creamy sip. “Hangang Brewery wanted to achieve a balanced marriage of sweetness an
May 23, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Bingsu season for Andaz Seoul Gangnam Andaz Seoul Gangnam’s all-day dining restaurant Jogakbo presents mango bingsu this summer. Mango bingsu, created with two to three mangos on top of shaved milk-ice, is served with mango mousse cake, mango jelly, chocolate fondue, mascarpone cream and red beans. Priced at 45,000 won, it is available from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information or reservations, call Jogakbo at (02) 2193-1191. Dalgona bingsu at Mayfield Hotel Mayfield Hotel&
May 22, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Bingsu returns to Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun Hotel & Residences’ Gourmet Bar features two kinds of bingsu for the summer -- snowflake bingsu and mango bingsu. Both are served with macarons and topped with Oreo crumbles and cheesecake crumbles. Snowflake bingsu is priced at 28,000 and mango bingsu costs 35,000 won. They are available until Aug. 31. For more information or inquiries, call the Gourmet Bar at (02) 3425-8102. Suite for Kids at Banyan Tre
May 15, 2020
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[Eye Plus] Fishy business in Noryangjin
Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market in eastern Seoul is the largest seafood market in the city. The market, both a wholesale outlet and a retail market, is always bustling with merchants, vendors and customers, all in search of the freshest seafood. The market was founded in 1927. Following daily auctions -- shell fish at 1 a.m. fresh fish at 1:30 a.m. and live fish at 3 a.m. -- seafood is transported to markets and restaurants across Korea. Seafood stalls line up shoulder-t
May 9, 2020
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Art of the caffeinated pour
While the city transitions to a state of relaxed social distancing, T.o.ch Coffee CEO Lee Min-kyu shares his hand-drip know-how for caffeine aficionados looking to use time at home to perfecting their pour-over brew game. Lee, a one-time consultant-turned-green bean seller, launched his business in Samseong-dong, Seoul a year ago. He started out by selling beans from farms he visited and then roasting those beans in a way that reminded him of how it tasted when he first tried the coffee at
May 9, 2020
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Dalgona craze makes way to department stores
A social trend spreading across the world amid the new coronavirus pandemic crisis, the dalgona fever has now made its way to local department stores. The operator of Lotte Department Store, Lotte Shopping, on Wednesday said it has launched Cafe Cha, a cafe brand famous for its dalgona-inspired dessert products, at its flagship store in central Seoul, on April 29. Dalgona refers to the Korean street food made from brown sugar and baking soda. According to the Lotte Shopping, Cafe Cha, a c
May 8, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Spring dinner set at Grand Hyatt Seoul Grand Hyatt Seoul’s Japanese grill restaurant Teppan presents its spring dinner set until June 30. The meal begins with beef tartare followed by fried tomato, bacon salad, scallops, snapper noodles, beef steak and finally cod fish paired with garlic fried rice. Dessert is yuzu ganache, white chocolate cake and green tea ice cream. The dinner set is priced at 180,000 won per person. For more information, call Teppan at (02) 799-8899. Fam
May 8, 2020
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Korean enoki mushrooms recalled in US
The US Food and Drug Administration flagged South Korean enoki mushrooms for the third time in the last two months as a possible source of listeria. H&C Foods, a Brooklyn-based company, recalled boxes of enoki mushrooms imported from Korea’s Green Co. after the FDA released evidence of potential contamination. Enoki mushroom samples from Sun Hong Foods Inc., Guan’s Mushroom Co. and H&C Foods tested positive for listeria bacteria, which can cause serious food poisoning in
May 5, 2020
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'Dalgona' treats gain popularity
Convenience stores are enjoying a sharp rise in dessert sales as consumers try to soothe the COVID-19 blues with sweet treats. In line with the trend, Korea’s leading convenience store chain CU has introduced dalgona-inspired products. "Dalgona" refers to a Korean street snack made from brown sugar and baking soda. The "dalgona coffee" challenge -- making a DIY latte with a coffee foam on top -- went viral online recently, with people showing interest in the drink wi
May 3, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Sip coffee at Grand InterContinental Seoul Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas’ Grand Deli is to present its original coffee selection through its private brand D’Gold. D’Gold coffee bean blends have been carefully selected by the hotel’s chief barista, creating a balance between premium beans from Brazil, Ethiopia and Costa Rica. The medium body coffee is enjoyed best as iced Americano or as iced latte. D’Gold is available at Grand Deli and costs 7,500 won for A
April 24, 2020
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Brunch at home with Bimbom
Bimbom co-owner and chef Sim Ka-young has been attracting brunchers with her toothsome eats for over nine years, ever since she started out in Hannam-dong, Seoul. Now at two locations -- one in Gyeongnidan-gil and another near Seoul Forest -- Sim shares years of exprience in “Brunch Time,” a compilation of Bimbom’s recipes and know-how, released this March. “‘Brunch Time’ features well-loved dishes from Bimbom, and sadly enough, dishes that are no longer a
April 19, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
24-hour stay at JW Marriott Dongdaemun JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul is running a Stay & Relax package that allows guests to check-in at desired hours and stay for a maximum of 24 hours. The deal includes a one night-stay at Deluxe Room or Executive Suite, breakfast for two adults and two children under 12 at the executive lounge and a voucher credit worth 40,000 won that can be used at the hotel’s restaurants. Also, a Barbie doll will be gifted per room. Prices start at 29
April 17, 2020
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Culinary scene finds way out in takeaway, delivery service
As more people are staying in amid the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic, restaurants are turning to takeaway and delivery services to attract customers wary of coming into contact with others while dining out. Luxury hotels are offering contactless dining suitable for customers celebrating a special day at home or for those conducting an important business meeting over a meal. Lotte Hotel Seoul in central Seoul launched meal sets that can be picked up at a drive-thru on April 6. In the fir
April 16, 2020
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App deliveries, ready-to-eat foods fill tables amid #StayAtHome time
While #StayAtHome challenges have been trending around the world, perhaps one of the most challenging tasks at a time like this is preparing three meals a day at home. In response to the call to stay at home, people are flocking to online food delivery platforms, purchasing ready-to-eat foods. Orders on grocery delivery platform Market Kurly have skyrocketed in recent weeks. Market Kurly offers a wide range of groceries and merchandise for delivery by 7 a.m. the next day for orders placed
April 4, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Safe delivery from Mayfield Hotel As more people are staying in these days, Mayfield Hotel in western Seoul is presenting food delivery service. The hotel’s bakery Cafe Delice presents a lunch box deal for four people, consisting of six Italian dishes, from pasta to salad. The deal is priced at 90,000 won. The bakery also offers one-person lunch boxes, offering a choice one pasta and a drink, at 20,000 won. Korean restaurant Bongraeheon also offers a lunch box deal, consisting of nin
April 4, 2020
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[Around the Hotels] Promotions and Packages
Budget meal at InterContinental Seoul Coex InterContinental Seoul Coex’s Sky Lounge presents dining promotion “Piatto Unico” where authentic Italian cuisine will be offered at reasonable prices every Monday. The menu is available for lunch and dinner on Mondays until June 30 at the price of 30,000 won per person and can be paired with 15 types of wine at 30,000 won per bottle. Piatto Unico refers to dishes typically served in a trattoria. The promotion meal features today
March 27, 2020
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Simple lunchbox recipes for homebound, officebound
Supermarche chef-owner Lee Hyung-jun has come a long way from his French fine dining roots. It was 2007, Lee recalled, when he helmed a French fine dining spot in Seoul’s Hannam-dong before moving on to another upscale French restaurant in 2011. Lee then stepped away from fine dining to launch a deli-style eatery called Epicerie Collage in 2014 before taking this concept a step further with Supermarche in 2019. “Supermarche is like its name, which means ‘supermarket’
March 27, 2020