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Golmokjip, Sadang: Gopchang and Soft Tofu Stew

This is a place for grilled beef offal, a lively room, and a pot of soft tofu stew. I return for the whole combination; the stew is one of the…

Nine Places to Eat Around Sadang, Isu and Nearby Bangbae

These are places I return to near home: eight around Sadang and Isu, plus Saemgol in nearby Bangbae. Some work for dinner, others for a second stop. Use the dish…

Phoenix Center Plaza: Arcade, Karaoke and Bowling

Center Plaza gave us a way to keep the evening going indoors. The arcade, karaoke rooms and bowling were together on the basement level, so there was no need to…

Phoenix Hotel Pyeongchang: Our Package and Resort Stay

Our stay worked because breakfast, the water park and the other resort facilities were close enough to plan together. The room was simple; the convenience of staying inside the resort…

Blue Canyon, Pyeongchang: Pools, Warm Jets and a Quiet Afternoon

On my visit, Blue Canyon felt better suited to a relaxed swim or a family afternoon than a full day of big rides. I spent most of my time around…

Toriaez, Isu: Skewers for a Second Stop

Toriaez is where I go for a few skewers after dinner. The small counter-facing space works for a drink alone or a second stop with one friend.

Chuncheon Samidae Mat: Makguksu After Baegun Lake

This was a good place to land after walking around Baegun Lake. The cold broth was what I wanted after a warm morning outside. Despite the name, the restaurant we…

Tongnamu-jip, Gwacheon: Budae Jjigae with Jjolmyeon

The thing I’d repeat here is the noodle choice: jjolmyeon instead of ramen. The chewy noodles held their bite in the lighter broth.

Hyewon Ian Pension, Yongin: A Rooftop BBQ with Friends

The rooftop barbecue was the part I remember most. We came as a group of friends, prepared food in the kitchen and spent the evening eating together upstairs.

Apgujeong Dakgochi, Isu: Skewers at an Outdoor Table

The draw here was the outdoor table, an easy drink and old Korean pop playing in the background. I’d stop by after dinner rather than build a whole evening around…

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