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Kopitiam refers to local cafes found in Singapore and Malaysia. It denotes cafes that offer simple brunch options along with coffee. The term “Kopitiam” comes from the Hokkien word, which means “coffee shop.” Typically, Kopitiams offer local beverages like coffee and tea, as well as local dishes such as toast and egg-based dishes. “Meeting Singaporean and Malaysian-style Brunch in Seochon ...

To the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace lies Seochon Village. It’s a hanok village in Seochon that offers a different view from the Bukchon Hanok Village to the east of Gyeongbokgung Palace. However, finding a large area with hanok buildings gathered together, like in Bukchon Hanok Village, is quite rare. Hanok buildings are scattered throughout the area, and if you wander ...