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…
Category: Seoul
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: The Sool Gallery
https://www.instagram.com/p/BNDMvPOD-Hp/?taken-by=torontoseoulcialite A couple of weeks ago, The Sool Gallery hosted a blogger tasting event in partnership with Star Lengas of 87 Pages. The Sool Gallery is a space in Insadong which will soon be moving South of the river (Gangnam). https://www.instagram.com/p/BNDMvPOD-Hp/ Insadong is one of Seoul’s most popular tourist destinations, so make sure to check…
Seoul Secrets: Trick-Eye Museum 서울 트릭아이미술관
The Trick-Eye Museum Seoul (서울 트릭아이미술관) is a great place to spend an afternoon. We checked it out on a Sunday, but it would be the perfect place to have a little fun before dinner, drinks, and party-time any day in Seoul. We went to The Trick-Eye Museum in Seoul before venturing over to Pakito Taberna Espanola and had…
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…
Seoul Secrets: Nami Island
Our Romantic Nami Island (남이섬 종합휴양지) Getaway! Just a couple of hours outside the city center of Seoul sits Nami Island. This small, half-moon shaped island in Chuncheon, South Korea is a great place for friends, families, and couples to visit year-round. It was even a magical day in the rain! We got up around 8 AM and…
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…
Seoul Staycations: Hotel Maui DDM
As an English Teacher living in Korea, my lodgings aren’t exactly where or what I thought they’d be at 29. When I was invited for a Seoul Staycation at the Hotel Maui DDM (Dongdaemun) I leaped at the opportunity. Want to get in on the action? There’s a special discount for mentioning The Toronto Seoulcialite. Scroll…
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…
Seoulcialite Day at the Races – Seoul EVENT
I must admit, I do love spending the day with all the pretty little horses! This weekend (Sunday Fun-day September 11th, 2016) Let’s Run Seoul and the Korean Racing Authority present the Korea Cup 2016. This event invitation, extended exclusively to foreigners in Korea (Waygooks, rejoice!), means free entry into this international event! Jockeys from…
Seoul Food: Guilty Pleasure
Brunch is an affair enjoyed at leisure with rich food and great company. In fact, one might say that Brunch is my most favourite guilty pleasure.
Candidly Kate: Braving Needles for Botox
I know several people who have had botox and don’t keep it a secret. It’s pretty run-of-the-mill in Seoul, to be candid. When I came into work and mentioned what I did on the weekend one of my colleagues squealed in delight and said “congratulations!”.