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The Local KitchenSweet, Sweet Chamae
Cool down with this local, seasonal melon, and revere it for its multitude of health benefits.
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FashionMO Jain Song: A 4-in-1 Shop in Hannam-dong
Seoul's new multishop is a fashion boutique-cafe-lifestyle shop-rooftop garden—and nothing short of charming.
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PlacesA Guide to Cherry Blossoms in Seoul
14 places to enjoy "beot-ggot nori" without the Yeouido crowds.
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ThingsKorean Trend Box: Spring 2013
A customized trend report (in a box!) for a design, beauty and sock-lover in California.
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PlacesHeukseok-dong’s Best Kept Secrets
Students at Chung-Ang University share their favorite hangouts in this obscure Seoul neighborhood.
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Voices from Mullae
Seoul artists talk about what makes this burgeoning art village special.
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RestaurantsDandy Pink, a Celebration of Grub
Itaewon's latest restaurant brings homemade marinades and grilled meats to front and center.
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ThingsBeauty Bargains: The Best Korean Makeup for Your Buck
Top rated local beauty products to replace your favorite luxury brands, curated by Soko Glam.
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Seoulist Weekender: January 2013
Things to do in Seoul this month (updated January 18)
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Seoulist Weekender: December 28–30
We've got some ideas for this last weekend of 2012.
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ThingsDIY Holiday Gifting
It's not too late to put some thought and local flair into your gift wrapping.
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Seoulist Weekender: December 21–23
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: December 14–16
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: December 7–9
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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The Local KitchenThe Persimmon Project
Learning to love the autumn fruit's subtle sweetness and culinary possibilities.
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CafeA Day in the Life of a Seoul Café Owner
Sophia Yoo, the owner of Glamorous Penguin, gives us a taste of what it's like to own a cafe in Korea.
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Seoulist Weekender: November 30–December 2
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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VignettesMusings on Blindness, Elephants and Art
A Seoulite finds art and inspiration in an unexpected place.
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Seoulist Weekender: November 23–25
Shows and showings to keep you busy this weekend
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Seoulist Weekender: November 16–18
We've got some ideas to keep you busy.
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ThingsTying the Knot on a Shoestring Budget
Marital bliss doesn’t have to come with big price tag in Seoul.
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Seoulist Weekender: November 8–10
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: November 2–4
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: October 26–28
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy (and spooked) this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: October 19–21
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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ThingsA Bboy Breakdown
Brush up on bboy history and lingo as Korea’s top dancers compete for spots to Battle of the Year this Sunday.
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Seoulist Weekender: October 12–14
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Excursions2012 Korean Fall Festival Guide
Clear your October calendar and save these dates for some autumnal excursions.
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Seoulist Weekender: Chuseok Edition
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this holiday weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: September 21–23
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: September 14–16
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: September 7–9
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: August 31-September 2
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: August 24-26
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: August 17-19
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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PlacesWhy I Love My Neighborhood: Suyu
A lomographic essay featuring Suyu-dong, its aesthetic touches, mountain backdrops and other subtleties.
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Summer in Seoul 2012
When the crowd’s away, the city will play.
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Seoulist Weekender: July 27–29
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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The PeopleExtraordinary Expats: Health Advocate Shanelle Ueyama
The writer of cocobambi.com on global health, blogging in Korean and the dangers of ramen.
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ThingsCurios from Korea: Spectacular Mustache Spectacle Stand
The most stylish place to rest your summer shades (unless you're also rocking a gorgeous mustache).
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PlacesTo Market, to Market, to Buy Fresh and Local
The newly-inaugurated Seoul Farmers Market is open for business all summer.
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Seoulist Weekender: July 20–22
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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PlacesThe Bus Stops Here
The quiet neighborhood of Buam-dong is a welcoming oasis from the hubbub of Seoul.
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Seoulist Weekender: July 13–15
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: July 6–8
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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VignettesFine, Thank You. And You?: The Illustrated Korean Diet
Some of us lose weight in Korea, but it's not always because of the bibimbap and kimchi jiggae.
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A Newbie’s Guide to Surviving Your First K-pop Concert
Tips on getting tickets, scoring official merchandise and getting as close as you can to your favorite idol.
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Seoulist Weekender: June 29–July 1
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Things9 Ways to Keep Your Cool in Seoul
Uniquely Korean (and some unexpected) ways to stay cool this summer.
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Photo of the Week: Hair-raising
Standing out in a passing crowd outside Hongdae Station.
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Seoulist Weekender: June 22–24
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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The Local KitchenSpontaneous Spread
Supply your Seoul picnic on the fly with these Korean convenience store recipes.
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Seoulist Weekender: June 15–17
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: June 8–10
We've got some ideas to keep you busy this weekend.
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EventsPhoto of the Week: Seoul Salsa
Dancers compete in the 9th annual Korea Salsa Competition and Festival at AX Korea.
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The “M. Butterfly” Effect
Life imitates art: a Korean revival of David Henry Hwang’s play sheds light on chance encounters on Homo Hill.
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PlacesWhy I Love My Neighborhood: Daerim
A photo essay featuring Daerim-dong, its colorful market, above-ground subway and other neighborhood charms.
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Seoulist Weekender: June 2–4
Things to keep you busy this weekend in Seoul.
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SpacesLofted Ambitions
A bold undertaking in one Seoul apartment transforms a standard top-floor unit into a drool-worthy loft.
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PlacesWhy I Love My Neighborhood: Hyehwa
A photo essay featuring Hyehwa-dong, its little quirks, big landmarks and other things that make it wonderful.
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Seoulist Weekender: May 25–27
We’ve got some ideas to keep you busy this extra-long weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: May 18–20
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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ThingsA Hockey League of Their Own
No seats at Jamsil Stadium? There's another ball game in town with space—on the bleachers and on the rink.
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PlacesSeoul Safari: Off-your-feet Micro-tourism
A Seoul veteran's day of rest and relaxation in Chungmuro.
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Seoulist Weekender: May 11–13
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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Seoulist Weekender: May 4–6
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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RestaurantsInstant Happiness, Not-So- Instant Noodles
Popular but not publicized, the authentic ramen at Hakatabunko is so good we almost didn't publish this.
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Seoulist Weekender: April 27–29
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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ExcursionsSpring Flowers, Fog and Hanok in Jeonju.
Seoul, in all its urban glory, can be too much sometimes.
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Seoulist Weekender: April 20–22
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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The PeopleExtraordinary Expats: Artist Jody Wood
Performance artist Jody Wood on confronting mortality, provoking poetry and finding a creative niche in Seoul.
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PlacesCurio and the City
An afternoon among the sundry goods and creepy crawlies at the Seoul Folk Flea Market.
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Seoulist Weekender: April 13–15
Thing to keep you busy this blooming weekend in Seoul.
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ThingsMaintaining Connections
Tried and true tips for staying connected with friends and family while building a long-term life abroad.
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Seoulist Weekender: April 6–8
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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ThingsKorean Medicine Cabinet Essentials
Feeling under the weather? Visit the local Korean pharmacy with this list in tow.
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Seoulist Weekender: March 30–April 1
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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ArtsBeyond Landscapes, Beyond Seoul
Take a day excursion to examine the majestic landscape (and landscaping) at the Gyeonggi Museum of Modern Art.
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Seoulist Weekender: March 23–25
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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EntertainmentKorean Boy Bands 101: New School Edition
Still catching up with the changing faces of K-pop? Get to know the new breeds, from TVXQ to B2ST.
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ArtsGallery Hopping in Jongno
Explore an understated corner of this bustling district, one gallery at a time.
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Seoulist Weekender: March 16–18
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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The Art of Sitting
Struggling to get through Korean meals, sitting cross-legged on the floor? There's a yoga pose for that.
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Seoulist Weekender: March 9–11
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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VignettesFine, Thank You. And You?: White Day Edition
An illustrated guide to one of the most important couples' holidays in Korea.
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EventsPhoto of the Week: Yellow Stone
A parking lot near the foot of Mt. Bugaksan gets resourceful.
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Seoulist Weekender: March 2–4
Things to keep you busy this weekend.
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The Local KitchenRice Cookery: The Winter Stew
A fast and easy recipe to warm you up this winter, made with the ever-versatile Korean rice cooker.
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§ Items of Interest
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Life + StyleLofted Ambitions
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Art + CultureGallery Hopping in Jongno
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