The Korean kitchen is diversified and unique, with a wide range of ingredients, flavors and styles. Their ingredients come from the mountains to the fields to the seas, all in close quarters on the Korean peninsula. Nevertheless, despite the wide assortment of dishes and tastes that Korean food offers, it would not be wrong for one to think “kimchi,” or “spices,” when the topic of Korean cuisine arises.

Kimchi

Kimchi is Korea’s national dish, and along with rice, is the most common ingredient found in any meal.  But while rice and …

Thanks to a pink aluminium baseball bat, I’ll remember this dinner as long as I live. Sokcho, on South Korea’s east coast, is not an attractive town. Once a fishing village, it has become a holiday resort catering to tourists who flock across from Seoul, attracted by the beach and nearby national park. The waterfront, like so many in the world, is cursed with a busy road, gaudy signs and ugly buildings.
“Let’s not waste much time seeing the harbour,” says my local guide, Sonia. “Korean harbours are all the same.” …

…And then there’s the Tasty Street food stalls and little road side eateries that go straight to the heart of Asian Cuisine. Known for its freshness and use of interesting ingredients, the diversity of this type of food provides the adventure that many people crave. But don’t be fooled, Asia also houses some of the most prestigious and restaurants in the world. Either way, you know that you’re in for a tasty experience!

So you find yourself walking down a busy, bustling street in Bangkok, Manilla, Hong Kong or Hanoi. Around you are hoards of people; locals, travellers, businessmen and street vendors. Sweet, pungent and somewhat exotic aromas fill the air and you can’t but be drawn to the street hawkers, yearning to sample their tasty culinary creations. A long queue that stretches a few meters means that this humble-looking street food establishment is a local legend. Get thee inside and prepare thy taste buds for an exciting ride!
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