Mar 1, 2023

Tacit: GoSeong

On a trip to the eastern coast of Korea near Goseong, I took a drive early one morning to Cheonggan beach. Just ten minute drive from...

Oct 2, 2022

Portrait Coffee Bar: Mangwon

Just on the edge of the bustling Mangwon traditional market, on a relatively calm residential street is a café called Portrait Coffee...

Feb 2, 2022

Fond Coffee: Seogyo

In the uncertain residential area where Seogyo, Mangwon and Hapjeong meet is a quaint café with a mini jungle out the front of it. While...

Apr 3, 2021

Tajagi: Haebangcheon

In the hills of Haebangcheon, either taking the bus or braving it on foot, you will encounter a small market. This once derelict market,...

Mar 12, 2021

Bo Market: Gyeongridan

Back again near Itaewon, just up from the main Gyeongridan-gil street, surrounded by homes and opposite a community centre, is Bo Market....

Feb 21, 2021

Dove: Hapjeong

Right in the middle of the Han river side of Hapjeong’s residential area, take a set of grey stairs up to the first floor, and you’ll...

Nov 1, 2020

Turn Down Service: Yeonnam-Dong

Walking down to the further end of Yeonnamdong in a small side street, you can find the dark façade of Turn Down Service. The café and...