OWL Magazine Korea

Personally, I’m not particularly fond of pork cutlets. However, there are times when I crave it, especially the one I had during my trip to Japan. The pork cutlet I had in Japan was different from the ones commonly found in Korea. The batter was very thin, and the meat inside was thick and moist, setting it apart from the ...

Sungkyunkwan University’s Seoul campus main gate area is dotted with various cafes. It was easy to find cafes offering affordable prices, given the proximity to the university. After a long time, I visited the main gate of my alma mater, Sungkyunkwan University. The atmosphere had changed significantly from what it used to be. Many of the familiar restaurants, cafes, and ...

“Hangang Ramyeon” refers to ramen that is prepared by placing instant ramen in a specially designed container, adding hot water, and using a ramen-cooking machine to cook it. It was common to see people enjoying ramen prepared this way at convenience stores along the Han River, and it even became a trend when celebrities were shown trying Hangang Ramyeon on ...

Jungin Myeonok was originally a specialized Pyongyang Naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant located in Gwangmyeong Market. There is still a Jungin Myeonok in Gwangmyeong, which has been passed down to the owner’s friend and continues its legacy. The original owner has relocated to “Yeouido” and continues to operate the restaurant. “Yeouido Jungin Myeonok Opened in 2014” Jungin Myeonok in Yeouido ...

In Korea, restaurants serving what is commonly known as Chinese cuisine can be found everywhere. Just by looking at franchise stores or considering Baek Jong-won’s “Hong Kong Banjeom,” you can see that there are many places offering these dishes. Even before Baek Jong-won’s Hong Kong Banjeom, restaurants known as “Chinese restaurants” were scattered all over, allowing people to easily enjoy ...

You can discover various places offering “all-you-can-eat” lamb skewers in different locations. While there may not be multiple all-you-can-eat lamb skewer restaurants in one place, you can find them one by one in spacious areas, much like placing stones on a board. “Anyang All-You-Can-Eat Lamb Skewers: Let’s Eat Lamb Skewers” When I searched for all-you-can-eat lamb skewer restaurants in Anyang, ...

At COEX Starfield, you can find a variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, and more densely packed. Various shops are located around the Byeolmadang Library. There are also a considerable number of restaurants, so you can find almost any menu by area. However, it’s considered a drawback that COEX can be like a maze, making it easy to get lost. “COEX ...

E-Mart and Electromart are large-scale marts operated by the Shinsegae Group. With the opening of the first store, Changdong Branch, in Changdong, Dobong-gu, Seoul on November 12, 1993, it marked the beginning of large-scale distribution stores in South Korea. Now, it has become a mart that can be found all over the country. You can also find E-Mart in Ansan, ...

Near Omokgyo Station in Mokdong, there is a Naju Gomtang restaurant called “Naju Gwan”. Restaurants with the name “Naju Gomtang” are typically franchise stores, but this place is an independent establishment. Thanks to this, it has some differences from the “Naju Gomtang” we commonly have at restaurants with that name. “Mokdong Naju Gomtang Restaurant, Naju Gwan” Naju Gwan is a ...

Starbucks, which has transformed into a global company, has become a cafe that can be found all over Korea. It has. become the most popular cafe that can. be easily found in major areas. Near Seoul National University Entrance Station, you can find three Starbucks locations. You can find “Seoul National University Station” in front of Exit 5 of Seoul ...

Around Seoul National University Entrance Station, you can find not only large-scale restaurants but also small, independently-run establishments. These are often located in small alleyways rather than main roads, offering simple yet unique menus. “A Small Restaurant in the Alleyways near Seoul National University Entrance Station, Tteumdeulida” A place named “Tteumdeulida” is a small restaurant. It has only two tables ...

At Seoul National University Entrance, you can find various restaurants. One prominent area is “Sarosugil,” known for its dining options. Sarosugil is often considered a popular spot for dates, and while it’s filled with charming small stores in narrow alleys, it may not be the most convenient place for a quick and hassle-free meal. Especially when you need to dine ...