Daily habits and culture only Koreans know
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You guys, I'm literally obsessed with Seoul's secret tea houses, also known as cha spots, where I can sip on a piping hot cup of yakgwa tea π΅ while snuggling up in a cozy hanok (traditional Korean house) and feeling like I'm in a whole different world, fr fr! From the tranquil gardens to the warm atmosphere, these hidden gems are the perfect place to unwind and experience Korea's unique cha culture, no cap!
Are you ready to level up your K-culture game and experience the serenity of a traditional Korean tea house, also known as a μ°¨λ¦Όμ€ (charyim sil, literally "tea room")? From bowing upon arrival to carefully selecting the perfect tea leaves, I'm about to spill all the tea on Korean tea house etiquette, and trust me, it hits different! π΅π
I'm literally so down for Jukkumi Night at the market, where we can indulge in fresh, juicy jukkumi ( Korean-style grilled octopus) and other delicious street foods like tteokbokki and hotteok, and just vibe with the cool Seoul atmosphere π. It's gonna be a night of good food, great company, and lowkey the best memories, bestie - you won't wanna miss it!
I just got back from the most lit trip to Jeju Island with my squad and we spent the most relaxing days at Hallim Park's secret onsen, where we indulged in Sulwhasoo's luxurious self-care products and soaked in the rejuvenating hot springs π. It's literally the perfect getaway from Seoul's crazy city life, and I'm lowkey obsessed with the idea of coming back to this hidden gem for more onsen therapy and Sulwhasoo pampering π§ββοΈ.
Are you ready to beat the Seoul heat with the coolest dessert ever? I'm about to spill the tea on Seoul's top bingsu spots, from classic patbingsu to unique flavors that will make you go "omg, I need this in my life"!
I'm literally so excited to try the Dalgona Candy Challenge, where you have to crack the code by eating out the shapes without breaking the candy, it's like a real-life game of Candy Crush ππ, and I'm lowkey nervous that I'll fail miserably like a total noob.
I'm literally so excited to share my fave Korean restaurant etiquette tips with you, bestie - from how to properly eat a spicy stew (it hits different, trust me) to the lowkey important art of using chopsticks like a pro, I've got you covered. So, if you're ready to level up your Sikdang game and order like a true Seoulite, click here to learn the essentials of eating like a pro at a traditional Korean restaurant! ππ
I just tried making traditional Korean nuruk fermented rice for the first time and omg it was literally a game-changer, I got to learn all about this ancient Korean fermentation technique that's been used for centuries in making everything from kimchi to soju ππΈ. I'm lowkey obsessed with the process now, and I'm excited to share my fermentation journey with you, from making the nuruk paste to using it in all sorts of delicious Korean dishes, bestie!
OMG, you guys, I'm literally obsessed with sikhye, Korea's ancient fermented rice drink that's been around for centuries, and I'm about to spill all the tea on this secret drink that's a game-changer for your taste buds π. Trust me, bestie, once you try sikhye, you'll be hooked, and I'm lowkey surprised it's not as popular as baedal food delivery yet, fr fr!
I'm obsessed with Seoul's secret coffee shops hidden in abandoned buildings called Baekmang, it's like, the most underrated thing ever π€―, and I'm lowkey convinced it's the best way to experience the city's laid-back vibe. From the trendy Hongdae neighborhood to the hipster-filled Itaewon, I'm about to spill all the tea on the most Instagrammable coffee spots in the city, so grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in!
You guys, have you ever heard of Gopchang Alley? π€― It's this super famous street in Seoul's Jongno-gu district where you can find the most mouth-watering, no cap, gopchang (κ³ νμ°½, grilled intestines) dishes that will literally make your taste buds do the cha cha slide!
I'm literally obsessed with trying all the street food at Gwangjang Market, from crispy hotteok (hot-tok) to savory bungeo-ppang (bun-goh-pahng) that's literally the best thing since sliced bread, no cap! You can find everything from traditional Korean teokbokki (tayk-bok-kee) to modern fusion snacks like kimchi quesadillas, and trust me, it hits different!