Hadong and Gurye

  Countryside charms and nature's beauty await along the banks of the Seomjingang River   Gazing southeast, the sun rises slowly but surely over the horizon. The Seomjingang River’s pristine waters reflect the morning light…

Old Is New Again

Young entrepreneurs use old buildings to give Seoul new life   “Dull, inert cities, it is true, do contain the seeds of their own destruction and little else. But lively, diverse, intense cities contain the seeds of their own regeneration,…

Sharing Nature and Memories

Brownie guesthouse in Hongdae is a couple’s way to share stories with visitors

Delectable Sokcho 속초

Scenic east coast port seduces foodies with its delightful local cuisine

Breaking the Mold to Forge a New Society

Neither charity nor purely profit-driven business, social enterprises bring new richness to Korea’s economy

Staff Dining Picks for the Holidays

Cynthia Fernandez(Magazine designer)'s pick B’mucho Cantina 베무쵸칸티나 This Christmas, try B’mucho Cantina, a great Mexican restaurant located in Yeonnam-dong. A must-try is their signature dish, Enchiladas Verdes de la Casa…

Groundbreaking Year for Korean Cinema

Return of auteurs behind cinema’s local and international success
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Melodious Colors Beneath a Pool of Black

Black String brings Korean traditional music to a global audience
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Vegetarian Eats, No Longer a Side Menu

Vegetarians and vegans have long complained about the dining scene in Seoul. Changes are afoot, though, as green eateries have sprouted up in recent years to offer vegetarian or vegan menus that are both healthy and delicious.