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Hello everyone! Are you planning a trip to Korea? Or are you just curious about delicious Korean food? Then you've come to the right place! Today, I'm going to introduce you to 10 must-try Korean street foods that you absolutely shouldn't miss on your trip. Not only are they affordable and filling, but they also offer a special experience where you can feel the warmth and culture of Korea. So, let's embark on a delicious journey together! 1. Tteokbokki: Spicy and Sweet Soul Food Tteokbokki is one of the most beloved street foods in Korea. The combination of chewy rice cakes and spicy-sweet gochujang (Korean chili paste) sauce is simply fantastic! There are also various types of tteokbokki, such as cheese tteokbokki, seafood tteokbokki, and jajang (black bean sauce) tteokbokki, so you can choose according to your taste. Don't worry if you can't handle spicy food, as there are also mild versions available! 2. Hotteok: The Epitome of Sweet Winter Snacks Hotteok is ...

 ⚠️ This article is translated from Korean into English  Hello! Today, I would like to introduce you to Makgeolli, a traditional Korean liquor. Makgeolli is a Korean liquor made from grain and is famous for its fragrant and sweet taste, aroma, and healthy ingredients. Let's go to the world of delicious and fresh makgeolli together!   History of Makgeolli The history of makgeolli originated from the ancient times of Korea. Agriculture and liquor brewing were already established in the 7th century, and alcohol-fermented beverages were already available in the Baekje period. Makgeolli is mainly made from rice and has been a popular drink among farmers since ancient times. In the past, makgeolli was favored by the royal family, and it was enjoyed as a royal food, and it has maintained its traditional taste and taste even in modern times.   The taste and aroma of makgeolli Makgeolli has an excellent taste and aroma. It contains abundant nutrients and lactobacillus...

 ⚠️ This article is translated from Korean into English  I will introduce the slang that Koreans often use to foreigners. But the first point I want to emphasize is that slang is not appropriate in formal situations and should only be used in relatively comfortable situations with friends and close people. You should avoid using it in conversations with other people or in public places.   1. 씨발 (sibal) This word will be familiar to many people who often watch Netflix Korean media. It is the most universal swear word in Korean, and it is used to express strong emotions in all situations, such as when happy, sad, sad, or surprised. But again, this word is extremely slang and should only be used in an intimate atmosphere, not in formal situations. The English slang for this word is "Fucking."   2. 존나 (Jonna) "Johnna" is also a slang that expresses strong emotions, and "Johnna" itself has no meaning. Use this word to emphasize a particular situation, o...

⚠️  This article is translated from Korean into English . Hello! This time, I will tell you how to use the Seoul subway from Seoul Station to GyeongbokPalace. In the previous article, we learned how to get from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station. Now, let's take a look at how to get from Seoul Station to GyeongbokPalace. First of all, the most convenient way to get to Gyeongbok Palace from Seoul Station is by subway. There are various lines in the Seoul subway, but this time, I will guide you on how to get there using Lines 4 and 3. If you want to go to Gyeongbok Palace from Seoul Station, you have to take Line 4. Go to Platform 4 in the basement of Seoul Station and board the train. After boarding the train on Line 4, you have to transfer to Line 3. You can transfer to Line 3 at Chungmuro Station. The way to get on the Seoul subway is basically simple if you know how to get on the train to the next station and how to transfer. To this end, if you refer to the Seoul subway line map, ...

⚠️  This article is translated from Korean into English . Hello, everyone! Today, I'm going to introduce you to some famous snacks. Korea has many world-famous snacks. Next, I'll introduce some of them. Choco-pie Choco-Pie is a snack with marshmallow in a soft bread covered with chocolate. In Korea, it is known as a snack that you eat when you are hungry. but it is actually very popular, especially in Russia. In Russia, they also enjoy high-end snacks with black tea. It is even famous for a picture of former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev eating a choco-pie. Butter waffle Butter waffle is a snack made by baking waffle-shaped flour on butter to make it crispy. As the name suggests, it tastes like butter. Butterwaffle is also famous for  an actor and artist   Thomas McDonnell's tweets on Twitter earlier that he was serving butterwaffle for breakfast. It's a really delicious snack, so I recommend you to try it. Bintz Bintz is a biscuit covered with chocolate and is char...