Seoul π°π·
μ§λ°₯ - Homecooked Meal
There are so many things to love about being home, and of course, home-cooked meals are one of them. All the dishes are prepped and cooked by the most amazing women in my life: my mom, grandma and my aunts - for us to feast together!
길거리 μμ - Street Food of Seoul
Korean spicy rice cakes "λ‘λ³Άμ΄": one of my favorite Korean dishes that I grew up with #whatkellycravesallthetime
Fishcake skewers "μ€λ
κ΅": make sure you get the delicious hot broth, or it'll be a bit dry (the broth is the best)
Korean fried chicken& rice cakes "μλ
ν΅λΉ": choose from spicy or sweet, soy or garlic, they're all delicious
Baked mozzarella cheese & rice cakes: wasn't our favorite but still worth trying, if you like cheese and rice cakes
Cabbage omelet "λͺ
λ μλ°°μΆ μ€λ―λ ": one of the "healthier" street foods you can try on the streets of Seoul
Melona "λ©λ‘λ (in a bottle)": say whaaaaaaaat? Yep, it's real, a drinkable Melona! *chug chug chug*
Mayak kimbap "λ§μ½κΉλ°₯": tiny sized kimbap! Best to eat when you want to try all 10 different flavors
μλ곡ν - Wonim Gomtang
It's been about 18 years since I was able to celebrate my birthday with my whole family, and it has been one for the books. Although, it started off with a super crazy thunderstorm, I couldn't have asked for a better day with my loved ones, especially over one of my favorite Korean dishes. Beef soup ("κ³°ν", on the left) is a beef bone soup that is enjoyed by many, usually with brisket, flank or ox tail in the soup. The broth is made with white radish, sesame oil, garlic and soy sauce, then seasoned with simple salt and pepper. After the soup is cooked with the beef, it is then topped with big scallions and sesame seeds. Sounds amazing, right? Yes.
The Boiled Meat ("μμ‘", on the right) is also just as amazing. This dish is chilled after it's boiled/cooked, giving it a more texturized meat to enjoy alongside the Gomtang. It's best enjoyed when dipped in a bit of sauce that's made out of mustard, soy sauce, and radishes/cabbages. #ICanHaveThisEveryday
λ²μ°λͺ©μ₯ -Bumsan Mokjang
My mom showed me one of her favorite ice cream spots in Myeung-dong (λͺ λ) - and of course it was delicious! A very delicious and Organic Vanilla Ice Cream.
ν¨ν₯λλ©΄ - Hamheung Nyengmyeon
It was hot and humid (nothing compared to NY summer), all perfect for a summer day in Korea to slurp up some Iced Buckwheat Noodle Soup ("λλ©΄").
Volpino
My friend took me to an amazing Italian place in Shinsadong (μ μ¬λ), and we enjoyed some lovely Squid Ink Penne (with squid, shrimp and sausage), Zucchini Lasagna, Truffled Arancini, and some Bresaola. Everything was wonderful: the food, the ambience, and the service - definitely need to visit here again!
μμμΌν° (ν΅λμ μ) Nutritious Center (Chicken)
My parents took my boyfriend and I to one of the most famous and oldest chicken restaurant in Myeung Dong (λͺ λ)! We enjoyed both the Roasted Chicken ("ν΅λ" healthier than your average fried chicken) and Chicken Ginger Soup ("μΌκ³ν", super healthy and nutritious) which were both very delicious and hearty. Pro tip: make sure to order their fluffy bread and butter here as a side.