Seoul is one of my favorite cities in East Asia with its colorful spaces, delicious food, and mix of modern and traditional. There are tons of neighborhoods to explore for days on end, as well as thousands of cafes and hidden places to check-out. Without further ado, here’s a list of several of my favorite spots in Seoul, South Korea. Cafes Cafe Onion: Cafe Onion seems a tad out of place upon first glance, as the surrounding streets are lined with…
Hadongkwan Tom Kang is known for their simple but delicious beef bone soup, called “Gomtang”. It has been in business for over 80 years, before Myeongdong became the bustling shopping district it is today. In 2018, their soup was awarded a Michelin Bibendum face. About Hadongkwan’s Soup Hadongkwan uses high grade ingredients and no artificial flavorings in their food, giving all their dishes a very natural and clean taste. The signature dish is their regular Gomtang, traditional beef soup with…
Being up, out, and about early allowed me to experience South Korea‘s amazing morning energy. A light layer of snow remnant of the chilly night before gave Seoul‘s streets a sparkling appearance as the soft morning sunshine aided in the glistening effect. This was the serene beginning of my first full day of being solo in Seoul. Mornings are a personal favorite of mine. I enjoy being out before most people start their day because the world is calm. There’s…