Daily habits and culture only Koreans know
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I'm obsessed with Seoul's secret coffee shops hidden in abandoned buildings called Baekmang, it's like, the most underrated thing ever ๐คฏ, and I'm lowkey convinced it's the best way to experience the city's laid-back vibe. From the trendy Hongdae neighborhood to the hipster-filled Itaewon, I'm about to spill all the tea on the most Instagrammable coffee spots in the city, so grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in!
You guys, have you ever heard of Gopchang Alley? ๐คฏ It's this super famous street in Seoul's Jongno-gu district where you can find the most mouth-watering, no cap, gopchang (๊ณ ํ์ฐฝ, grilled intestines) dishes that will literally make your taste buds do the cha cha slide!
I'm literally obsessed with trying all the street food at Gwangjang Market, from crispy hotteok (hot-tok) to savory bungeo-ppang (bun-goh-pahng) that's literally the best thing since sliced bread, no cap! You can find everything from traditional Korean teokbokki (tayk-bok-kee) to modern fusion snacks like kimchi quesadillas, and trust me, it hits different!
I'm literally obsessed with Insadong's secret tea houses, where you can sip on a piping hot cup of yuja cha (yu-jah chah) while strolling through the charming alleyways of Seoul's cultural heart ๐๏ธ. No cap, these hidden gems are the perfect spot to relax and unwind, especially after a long day of shopping for cute souvenirs or trying on adorable hanbok outfits ๐.
OMG, you guys, I'm literally obsessed with Honey Toast, it's this insane Korean dessert where they stack toasted bread with honey, fruits, and sometimes even ice cream, and it hits different every time I try it, no cap! From trendy cafes in Hongdae to cozy shops in Myeong-dong, Honey Toast is taking over Seoul, and I'm lowkey dying to share my fave spots with you, bestie!
I'm literally obsessed with sleeping at the jjimjilbang (์ฐ์ง๋ฐฉ) - it's like, the ultimate way to recharge after a long day of school and studying for exams ๐คฏ, and the best part is, you can get a good night's sleep for super cheap, like, 5,000 won (5 USD) for an all-night stay!
POV: you tap a little card on a turnstile, the gate beeps you through, and suddenly the entire city is yours for about a dollar a ride โ with FREE transfers. Bestie, the T-money card is the single best โฉ3,000 you'll spend in Korea. Here's how to use it. ๐โจ
POV: it's a warm Seoul evening, you're sprawled on a mat by the ํ๊ฐ, slurping ramyeon you cooked yourself in 3 minutes, and a delivery guy just brought a box of fried chicken to a literal riverbank โ bestie, this โฉ10,000 night is about to live in your head rent-free forever. ๐
POV: it's 11pm in Hongdae, you've got a fistful of โฉ500 coins, and your Korean friend shoves you into a tiny glowing booth โ bestie, you're about to scream-sing your whole soul out for the price of a snack. Welcome to ์ฝ์ธ๋ ธ๋๋ฐฉ, where the cheapest therapy in Seoul lives. ๐ถ
I'm literally obsessed with PC bangs, these 24/7 gaming cafes where you can grab a snack of ramyeon (๋ผ๋ฉด, lah-myen) and play all night with your friends, it's the ultimate hangout spot in Seoul, no cap. From Overwatch to League of Legends, we stay up all night, fueled by energy drinks and our favorite games, it's the best way to spend a Friday night, fr fr.
The mountain-and-river county an hour east of Seoul that bundles three of the country's most photogenic small attractions.
The Olympic city on the east coast where Korean specialty coffee was born next to surf-ready beaches.