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Over 82,000 Korean young people unemployed, not searching for job long-term
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40% of Korea's workers who reported bullying faced retaliation: survey
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Torrential rainfall forces 1,500 to evacuate, causes widespread damage to homes, roads
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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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1 in 5 households to have breadwinner over 80 in 30 years
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New Fifty Fifty off to strong start
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[Weekender] Young Koreans more open to Japanese cultural products
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Jeju's solo traveler-friendly spots offer solitude as well as camaraderie
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Doctors defend colleague accused of blacklisting non-strikers
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Edo Mae course set at The Plaza
The hotel’s Japanese restaurant MURASAKI presents the “Edo Mae Course Set” from March to April. “Edo Mae” is one of the three representative Japanese cuisines. Three special ingredients ― sea cucumber eggs, estuary oyster and natural cockle ― will be cooked with Edo Mae recipes. The chef said that he paid particular attention to the presentation to preserve the natural taste and nutritional values of the special ingredients. The Edo Mae Course Set is comprised of an appetizer, clam rice, sashimi
March 8, 2013
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Dubu kimchi, (tofu with stir-fried kimchi and pork)
Don’t know what to do with that aging kimchi in your fridge? Here is one of many traditional Korean dishes that use old kimchi. Spicy kimchi is stir-fried with pork (you can omit the pork to make it a meatless dish) and served with sliced tofu that has been either boiled or pan-fried. Kimchi and pork are a classic combination in Korean cooking. The taste is intoxicating, with the pungency of kimchi and the rich flavor of fatty pork. The crunchy texture of the kimchi and the meatiness of the pork
March 8, 2013
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Plated, Memphis-style dry-rub barbecue
Perched over the collegiate area’s hangout fixture, Burger B, Hongdae newcomer Beale St. lives up to its Memphis-inspired name, dishing out mouthwatering barbecue that has served its proper time in a smoker getting tender and juicy before doing a final, flesh-crisping stint on the grill. “After opening Burger B, we wanted to do barbecue, the kind that we enjoyed in America,” said Burger B and Beale St. co-owner Suk Jun-choi. Suk, who had spent some time in the United States, wanted his next rest
March 8, 2013
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Coca-Cola puts new sweetener in U.K. Sprite
Finding a can of regular Sprite in the United Kingdom is about to get difficult.Coca-Cola says it‘s replacing Sprite in the country with a version that uses the sweetener stevia and has 30 percent fewer calories. Sprite Zero, which doesn’t have any calories, will also be available.The change by the world‘s biggest beverage maker is in response to a government push calling on companies to address obesity. Coca-Cola already made a similar move with Sprite in France last year.Stevia is a sweetener
March 7, 2013
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Mom, daughter package at Lotte Hotel Jeju
The hotel offers a two-night “Mother and Daughter Healing Retreat Package” from March 3 to 26. The package is priced at 850,000 won (tax excluded) for two nights’ stay at the hotel’s Deluxe room, two Asiana Airlines roundtrip tickets, SK-II Boutique Spa for two, breakfast (choice between in-room dining or restaurant) and dinner for two on one preferred date of stay. Dinner guests can choose between Japanese, Korean and Italian restaurants. Guests will also be provided with wine Le Fronde Moscato
Feb. 28, 2013
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Strawberry dessert promotion at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
The hotel’s lounge lobby is running a strawberry dessert promotion from Feb. 18 to April 30. The buffet is available from Friday to Sunday. The buffet features dishes ranging from fresh strawberries to strawberry clairs, strawberry cheese pie, strawberry tart, strawberry mille-feuille, strawberry shortcake, soft strawberry pudding, strawberry mousse, strawberry tiramisu, chocolate-covered strawberries, pink strawberry macaroons, and a chocolate fountain for dipping strawberries. From Monday to T
Feb. 28, 2013
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St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Millennium Seoul Hilton
The hotel’s traditional English-style bar, the Oak Room will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day during the month of March. In honor of the Irish holiday, the bar is offering a wide selection of Guinness beer. Ireland’s representative brew will be tinted green all month. Meanwhile, for guests who want to enjoy the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day experience, there will also be two specially-priced Guinness Beer Sets to savor. Set I priced at 50,000 won includes two glasses of beer, one side dish and a free gi
Feb. 28, 2013
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Star Chef Dinner at Westin Chosun Seoul
The hotel’s Japanese restaurant Sushi Cho presents the Star Chef Dinner paired with three types of champagnes on March 15 and 16 by inviting Koji Koizumi, chef and owner of Michelin two-star restaurant Kohaku. Starting with tofu as an appetizer, the course dinner features abalone, blow fish, bamboo shoots, king crab and more. The dinner will serve the chef’s famous kaiseki dishes such as truffle beef and marinated file fish sashimi. Three types of champagne ― Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV, Pol Roger
Feb. 28, 2013
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Spring Specials at the Plaza Hotel
The hotel’s main restaurants offer spring specials from March 1 to 31. Chinese restaurant Taoyuen offers a variety of fresh seafood along with spring vegetables. The set menu ranges from 97,000 won to 146,000 won. The Japanese Restaurant Murasaki introduces the “Cherry Blossom Kaiseki” course set featuring sea food and cherry blossom, priced at 230,000 won. Italian Restaurant Tuscany introduces a special course set for lunch and dinner. The menus use spring herb flowers, Korean red sea bream, ba
Feb. 28, 2013
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Bulgogi deopbap (bulgogi rice bowl)
Deopbap, literally translated as “covered rice,” is a bowl of rice with some sort of topping. It’s a casual one-dish meal that can be prepared with a variety of ingredients. To make this dish with bulgogi, you will need to add a little bit more sauce when cooking the marinated meat depending on how much sauce you want mixed in your rice. Usually, anchovy broth is used for that extra bit of sauce, but you can also use beef broth or even water. Make sure to season the broth so as to not dilute the
Feb. 28, 2013
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Culinary-minded cafes
Sure coffee is on the menu, but when a cafe dishes out great eats and sweets as well, then the shop is not just a place for a good brew, it is where one can go for a meal, dessert, or both. Newcomers La Taverna and Glamorous Penguin are two such spots. The grub, the cake, and the cookies merit the extra time required to settle down, pick up a fork and dig in. La TavernaOwners Paolo De Maria and Genie De Maria moved chef De Maria’s namesake trattoria from Seorae Village to Hannam-dong and also op
Feb. 28, 2013
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Italy finds first case of horsemeat in lasagne
Italy on Saturday said it had found its first case of horsemeat contamination in a batch of frozen lasagne produced in the region around the city of Bologna where the famous Italian dish originated.The health ministry said horse DNA was found in tests on six tons of mincemeat and 2,400 packages labeled as "lasagne bolognese" -- literally "from Bologna" -- that were seized from the company."There was a positive test for horsemeat, which was not declared on the label," the ministry said.The packag
Feb. 24, 2013
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Strawberry promotion at The Ritz-Carlton Seoul
The hotel’s deli, Ritz Deli will celebrate the strawberry season throughout March. The deli will offer delicious cakes and desserts including “lemon and strawberry tart,” vanilla cream and strawberries on a crispy lemon tart base, “strawberry yogurt mousse cake” made from fresh strawberries and yogurt, “strawberry chocolate tower,” where juicy strawberries top a crunchy mixture of nut brownie, crispy crunch and white chocolate, “black forest cakes” stuffed with pitted dark cherries and cheese ca
Feb. 22, 2013
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Hanwoo sashimi at Millennium Seoul Hilton
The hotel’s restaurant Cilantro is introducing beef sashimi to the buffet during March. Diners can experience the most sublime presentations of the nation’s finest grade beef. Served uncooked or lightly seared, beef sashimi is mixed in with a variety of sauces and toppings, offering a sublime tasting experience for visiting guests. The Cilantro buffet, with the Beef Sashimi, is available for lunch and dinner. The lunch buffet is priced at 65,500 won for adults and 39,300 won for children under 1
Feb. 22, 2013
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Spring package at Hyatt Regency Jeju
The hotel offers the Spring Cartel Escape from March 1 to April 30. The package includes a one-night stay in a mountain view room, a rental sedan for 24 hours, a strawberry signature box at Island Lounge, complimentary access to the indoor pool, fitness center, and a discount on the sauna. The rental car will allow guests to freely explore Jeju Island as well as attend various Jeju festivals: Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival, Rape Flower International Walking Festival, and more. Trekking equipment a
Feb. 22, 2013
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Spring weekend package at Renaissance Seoul
The hotel is offering three special packages for spring from March 1 to June 2. The “Spring Saving Package” is priced at 189,000 won for one night at the hotel’s deluxe room. The “Spring Delight Package,” priced at 235,000 won includes the deluxe room, breakfast for two at Caf Elysee, a bottle of red wine, six praline chocolates, and one free movie. The “Spring Family Package” is priced at 245,000 won and offers a deluxe room, breakfast for two at Caf Elysee (free for 2 children under 12 years o
Feb. 22, 2013
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From New Orleans
Mardi Gras devotees are destined to have New Orleans on the brain with the recent celebration of Fat Tuesday ― which, for those who have grabbed a bite in the city, probably includes a hankering for local treats like the iconic beignet. The beignet is Louisana’s answer to the more widespread donut. While the fritter with a French pedigree varies from place to place, many view those from New Orleans’ famed Cafe du Monde as representative of a classic beignet. Either way, there is something undeni
Feb. 22, 2013
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Kimchi kongnamul guk
Kimchi kongnamul guk is a variation of kongnamul guk, a soup made with kongnamul (soybean sprouts). Kongnamul is high in B vitamins, vitamin C and protein. This explains why kongnamul guk is a popular home remedy for common colds and hangovers in Korea. The addition of kimchi takes the soup to another level, with a spicy kick that’s strong enough to clear your sinuses. When my kids were growing up, I made this soup for them when they had a cold, just like my mother did when I was growing up. It’
Feb. 22, 2013
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Vegetarian meals make their mark
When Begun editor-in-chief Yi Hyang-jae became a vegan about six years ago, she dared not ask restaurants to tinker with dishes to make them meat-free. “In the past, that would not have been possible,” the 50-year-old publisher of the Korean vegetarian magazine told The Korea Herald. Then two to three years ago, right around the time Begun was launched, Yi noticed a change. “These days, because people know what vegetarianism is, one can call a Chinese restaurant and ask for black bean sauce nood
Feb. 15, 2013
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Vegetarian delights in the city
Once thought to be found only in secluded temples in the mountains, healthy and tasty temple cuisine is now available in the heart of Seoul. Baru, a temple cuisine restaurant run by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, opened in 2009 to promote Buddhist culture and its palates. At the Templestay Information Center, located between Jonggak and Anguk stations, there are Baru restaurants on the building’s second and fifth floors: the lower floor serves casual meals and mini-buffets with side dishes
Feb. 15, 2013