I had duck baeksuk. The difference from chicken baeksuk is that the meat is a bit more tender and moist. Since it was nurungji baeksuk, the crispy rice porridge was really delicious. This place is a hidden gem.
Salmon are a type of fish known for their unique life cycle. They are born in freshwater rivers, migrate to the ocean to grow, and return to their birthplace to spawn. Salmon are important both ecologically, as they provide nutrients to river ecosystems, and economically, as a popular seafood.
"Osori Gamtu" is a Korean dish made from pig's head meat, including the ears and snout, often boiled and seasoned with spices. It is usually served as a side dish or snack, enjoyed for its chewy texture and rich flavor.
"Gabojingeo Sukhwe" (Cuttlefish Sashimi) is a Korean dish made from cuttlefish that is lightly blanched and then served as a cold appetizer. The cuttlefish is typically sliced thinly and has a chewy texture with a mildly sweet and fresh flavor. It's often enjoyed with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and sometimes mustard or wasabi. This dish is popular in Korea, especially as a side dish or snack with drinks.
"This is a low-sugar tteokbokki with chicken breast. I’m happy that there are so many healthy foods available for dieting. The taste of this dish is not much different from regular tteokbokki. Healthy food is the best!"
In Korea, shrimp fossil senbei is a popular snack known for having whole shrimp embedded in thin rice crackers, giving it a fossil-like appearance. It offers a crispy texture with a savory, slightly salty flavor from the shrimp, making it a favorite snack or beer accompaniment. Variations also include other seafood like anchovies or squid.
I just came back from a late summer vacation. Gangwon-do is a city I love. The chicken gangjeong and seafood in Gangwon-do are the best.
Potato ice cream is a unique and unconventional dessert made from potatoes. It combines mashed or pureed potatoes with traditional ice cream ingredients like milk, cream, and sugar. The result is a creamy, slightly earthy-flavored ice cream that can be sweetened or flavored with various ingredients like vanilla, chocolate, or even savory spices. This ice cream is popular in some regions for its novelty and distinct taste, offering a different take on the classic dessert.
