Grilled Pork Belly: A South Korean Love Story
Samgyeopsal, or pork belly, is an essential element of Korean BBQ. But many are oblivious to its origins and how short its history is.
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Pojangmacha: Tent Nostalgia
For decades, the pojangmacha was a fixture of South Korean nightlife. The old and young drank soju and chatted in these often tiny, cramped tents. Most of these street tents have disappeared, now to a cultural relic and tool of nostalgic indulgence. But some tents still remain; here are the voices of those inside.
Soju Globalization: From Green Bottle to Premium Label
Soju has always been known for being a cheap drink that gets you drunk fast. But it's now gaining a strong following abroad, and has even spawned new premium market.
What Facts About South Korea Surprise Foreigners?
Here are seven things that foreigners don't believe until they see for themselves in South Korea -- from over-the-top-pizza to kimchi fridges.
When It Comes to Hangovers, South Koreans Follow Their Gut: Haejang Traditions
Hangovers are a universal human experience, but morning-after coping mechanisms are not. How do South Koreans heal after having one too many?