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Party Noodles (잔치국수)

Party Noodles (잔치국수)

Plain but refreshing, these warm noodles easily fall apart in your mouth. A great snack but not quite enough to fill you up. Price: 3000 – 6000₩ Contents Janchi Guksu is based on very soft wheat noodles placed in a warm beef or anchovy broth. You might find the flavour enhanced with sesame oil, soy … Continue reading

Korean Weddings 2: What to Give

At a Korean wedding… “It is usual to give at least 30,000W (which may cover the cost of your meal, about £15). Then, going up in steps, you could give 50, 100, 150 thousand Won, and so on. This is all very specific and impersonal, but it is seen as acceptable for two reasons.” …Read on to … Continue reading

Korean Weddings 1: What To Wear

If you’re picking your outfit for a Korean wedding… “I would suggest that casual probably isn’t an option, and that smart casual is acceptable but not desirable.” …read on to find out more!  Of all the things you could possibly get wrong at a wedding, what you wear will be the most obvious. It would … Continue reading