by ZenKimchi | Jul 25, 2021 | Tour Tips
One of the best places to visit in Seoul is Noryangjin Fish Market. It’s like an aquarium where you can eat the exhibits. Unlike a lot of fish markets around the world, many of the fish are still alive in tanks. Because of that, it doesn’t smell as rank as... 
by ZenKimchi | Apr 1, 2021 | Featured, Junk Food & Treats, News & Media, Video
McDonald’s Korea discontinued the Filet-O-Fish in 2008. Today, April 1st, 2021, it is back. I try my first one in maybe 15 years. Will it live up to expectations? And what of the Double... 
by ZenKimchi | Mar 17, 2021 | Commentary, Featured
I rented “Minari” last week and watched it a couple of times. I’m still thinking about it. I love books and films that linger and don’t vanish like cotton candy. The film focuses on a Korean-American family settling in the American south in the... 
by ZenKimchi | Jan 4, 2021 | Restaurants, Tips
There’s something I’d say for Korea that I wouldn’t say for America–there are some freakin’ good restaurant franchises that I’d recommend even over independent restaurants. Their quality is consistently good. These Korean restaurant... 
by ZenKimchi | Jan 3, 2021 | Tour Tips
What to buy in Korea? Here are some Korean souvenirs. One of the most stressful parts of traveling is getting Korean souvenirs and gifts for friends, family, and office mates. What are good things to buy in Korea? I’ve lived in the Seoul area since 2004, and...