by ZenKimchi | Jun 18, 2013 | Diary, WTF
This is one of those unique finds in Korea. Pet ownership is a relatively new concept, so some cafes have opened up that have cats for people to pet and play with. I took the family up into Seoul to Myeong-dong this past weekend to see an expat production of... 
by ZenKimchi | Mar 11, 2013 | WTF
VIPS (pronounced, um, vips) is Korea’s version of Sizzler. It’s a chain steakhouse run by CJ Foodville that has been around since 1997. When I first came to Korea in 2004, it and Outback were the only places to get steak, really. Back then Outback was even... 
by ZenKimchi | Jul 3, 2012 | Globalization, WTF
I guess kimchi is really catching on now. The Korea Times has posted a story on two brewers, one from Ontario and the other from Philadelpia, who have incorporated kimchi into making one of their beers. How did this idea come about? Jimmy McMillan from Philadelphia:... 
by ZenKimchi | Jun 29, 2012 | WTF
Sarah! WHY!!! Yes, we do a Kimchi Grilled Cheese at the Journal, but you have to be seriously stoned with the Taco Bell closed to want to eat this. Here’s the recipe. 
by ZenKimchi | Jan 27, 2012 | Featured, WTF
Ottogi’s Fresco, the general jarred spaghetti brand for Korea, recently introduced a Bulgogi flavor. As you can see, it’s “Beef 12%!” I’m not a big fan of jarred spaghetti sauces, especially ones with meat, but I had to try this. Yes,... by ZenKimchi | Dec 6, 2011 | Globalization, Korean Food Globalization, WTF
Okay, so now we’re seeing what the government’s spending spree to K-pop producers’ pockets is producing. Brace yourselves. I present the Wondergirls with “K-Food Party.” Kinda feels like a 1980s ABC Saturday morning PSA, right? I also...