Itaewon to Noksapyeong I moved to Kyunglidan (Kyungridan?) at the beginning of March, 2017. Having spent so much time up in Uijeongbu I haven’t meandered the backroads of the hill between Noksapyeong and Itaewon. There are so many incredible little surprises along those backroads! We took a perfectly sunny Sunday in Seoul and set out to…
Category: Food
Seoul Food: Trench Town Caribbean Restaurant in Itaewon
Trench Town Caribbean Restaurant in Itaewon, Seoul, Korea Opened on April 28, Caribbean BBQ arrived in Seoul at Trench Town restaurant in Itaewon. They claim to “serve the best pimento smoked jerk chicken, ribs, lamb chops and massive tiger shrimp”. Coming from Toronto (home of “The Real Jerk”), I had been missing these flavours. Yaman in…
I Dream in SkyScanner: Taipei, Taiwan
Taiwan – Heart of Asia In 2013 I hosted the official opening event of the new Tourism Taiwan advertising campaign in Toronto. I wasn’t sure Taipei or Taiwan was the “Heart of Asia”, but I’m ready to see! Now, in 2017 after already trying once to make it to Taipei, I’ll be heading there on…
Seoul Food: Oh! Poutine – Itaewon
Oh Poutine: Canadian Comfort Food in Seoul, South Korea As a Canadian, I have a bias on how cheese curds have to be made. They have to be slightly melty, definitely chunky, and above all: they have to squeak! Thankfully, I share this bias with Ellie of Oh Poutine in Itaewon, Seoul. She spends 6-7…
Vineworks Korea
Anyone who knows me well knows I have a fondness for wine. My personal perspective on wine is that the best bottle is quite simply the one you enjoy. I seem to have found a kindred spirit in Ian Ashworth, Founder and Proprietor of Vineworks Korea! Vineworks Korea Vineworks Korea has been going strong for…
SeoulFood: CraftBros Tap House & Bottle Shop (Apgujeong Bar)
Finding a spot in Gangnam where you can relax and catch up with a friend can often be overwhelming. South of the Han there are SO many cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, lounges, and hofs that making a decision can be infuriating. If you’re looking for an after-work hangout, CraftBros Bottle & Tap House is a great Apgujeong…
SeoulFood: MADE Restaurant
I love to mix and match. My favourite thing to do at a restaurant is order a whole bunch of dishes with friends and have nibbles here and there to satisfy every craving. Beyond the unlimited, cheap, and cheerful wine, why do you think I love Ashley’s so much? When a friend suggested we check…
SeoulFood: Min’s Kitchen Seoul
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMWCce0jFEq/ Min’s Kitchen Seoul On a chilly Thursday night in Seoul there are a surprisingly high number of ways to warm up. Soju and Korean BBQ most often top that list. I, however, find that I really enjoy a warm atmosphere with good friends, conversation, and great food. Enter Linda of Linda Goes East, a travel…
SeoulFood: Pakito Taberna Española
Spanish Food in Seoul Spanish food isn’t something you’d expect to find readily available in Korea. Pakito Taberna Española was a great little restaurant in Hongdae (closed now 🙁 wahhh) when you’re craving Spanish food in Seoul. It’s a hidden gem where you’ll find jamon, chorizo, paella, pintxos, and wine! We went in on a…
Seoulfood: Braai Republic Itaewon
https://www.instagram.com/p/BH9hts-gAQ3/ For a long time I’ve wanted to share a magical little place in Itaewon (Seoul) called Braai Republic. Introduced to me by he who mustn’t be named back in May, I’ve now been to the restaurant at least 6 or 7 times. This South African spot is fairly unassuming, and unless you knew where to…
Seoulfood: 12 Korean Dishes for Picky Eaters
Seoulfood: 12 Korean Dishes for Picky Eaters I don’t typically think I’m a particularly picky eater. I love trying international dishes, but tend to draw the line when it comes to eating seafood (allergies), extremities (hands and feet), blood-based dishes, and anything still wriggling (sannakji, I’m looking at you) or with a face. While there are some…
Passing through Phuket: Sunday Night Market
When I arrived in Phuket, Thailand, I bought my shuttle bus ticket, packed my duffel bag into the back and waited. We waited an eternity in a full van for the driver. I guess I shouldn’t complain as the shared bus is only 200 Thai Baht ($8 Canadian), but after spending 24 hours in…