Terra Rosa, translating to “red soil,” represents a characteristic Cambisol soil associated with limestone terrain, often found along the Mediterranean coast. This red-hued soil, known for its excellent drainage, is conducive to the cultivation of grapes and other crops. In Korea, Terra Rosa is renowned as a “coffee specialty chain” with its headquarters and factory located in Gangneung, Gangwon Province. ...
Seoul COEX stands as a hub for South Korea’s MICE industry, hosting various exhibitions and conventions. Connected to COEX is Starfield COEX Mall, making the area consistently bustling with people, even on non-event days. Given its perpetual crowd, numerous restaurants are scattered throughout COEX, making it an ideal place for dining. COEX, known for its complexity, can be challenging to ...
In Gangnam-gu, Seoul, you can find “COEX” in Samsung-dong. COEX serves as a venue for various exhibitions and conventions since 2000, making it a focal point of the MICE industry in South Korea. Initially operated by Shinsegae Group as COEX Mall, it underwent a name change to Starfield COEX in 2015 with the introduction of Starfield. The spotlight returned to ...
KFC, standing alongside McDonald’s, is a notable American franchise fast-food restaurant. Commonly referred to as “KFC,” it abbreviates “Kentucky Fried Chicken.” As the name suggests, its headquarters are in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Founded in the 1930s in Kentucky by Colonel Sanders, also known as Colonel Sanders, KFC started as “Kentucky Fried Chicken.” Many KFC outlets worldwide feature a statue of ...
Seoul’s Gwanghwamun area stands as a prominent office-dense district, hosting the Seoul Government Complex, headquarters of various newspapers, and the offices of major corporations. During lunch hours, the streets witness numerous professionals emerging to address their meals. Positioned north of the Seoul History Museum and south of the Sejong Museum of Art, this area, generally associated with Gwanghwamun, reveals a ...
“Didi Chicken Yonsei University Branch” is a chicken restaurant in Seoul’s Yeonhui-dong, located to the west of Yonsei University. Situated around a central road, it’s a neighborhood blending traditional elements with the academic atmosphere of the university. Given its proximity to Yonsei University and Severance Hospital, many residents are students or professionals commuting to the hospital, leading to a significant ...
Gwanghwamun stands out as one of Seoul’s representative office-dense areas, hosting government buildings like the Seoul Metropolitan Government, foreign embassies, and headquarters of various businesses, making it a hub for office workers. With a diverse mix of cafes ranging from familiar names like Starbucks to independently operated smaller cafes and affordable franchise options, the area caters to the preferences of ...
Gwanghwamun is renowned as one of Seoul’s prominent office-dense areas, hosting various government offices, foreign embassies, and headquarters of large and small businesses. Given its high concentration of office workers, the area naturally boasts a diverse range of cafes, from familiar chains like Starbucks to independently operated cozy spaces and affordable franchise cafes. “Discovering a Local Vibe near Seokgyo Museum ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is known as a prominent office district, housing government offices like the Seoul City Hall and the headquarters of various newspapers, along with the buildings of major corporations. During lunchtime, numerous office workers can be seen heading out to grab a meal. The underground shopping areas beneath these large buildings offer a variety of dining ...
Taegeukdang, established in 1946 by Shin Chang-geun in Myeongdong, Seoul, is the city’s oldest bakery. After receiving baking equipment left by the Japanese post-liberation in 1945, Shin Chang-geun opened the bakery under the name Taegeukdang. In 1973, Taegeukdang relocated from Myeongdong to its present location in Jangchung-dong, with the current building constructed in 1974. In 1999, Shin Chang-geun’s son, Shin ...
In the location where the Seoul Dongdaemun Stadium once stood, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) now stands tall. DDP, short for “Dongdaemun Design Plaza,” was constructed after the demolition of Dongdaemun Stadium in 2007 and began in 2008, opening its doors in March 2014 after six years. Designed by the renowned British architect Zaha Hadid, DDP serves as an exhibition space ...
Aired on January 6, 2013, the program “Conditions of a Leader” on SBS introduced “Jennifer Soft,” located in Paju, creating a significant buzz. Jennifer Soft, practicing advanced “dream welfare” in Korea, captured attention for its unconventional corporate culture. “The Free-spirited Atmosphere of Jennifer Soft” The program depicted Jennifer Soft in stark contrast to the typical corporate culture in Korea. While ...