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Gentle Monster
Stepping into any one of Gentle Monster's four locations is like a visit to MOMA's hot exhibition du jour. It's not simply a place to view sunglasses - they're the pay-off at the end of a series of sensory experiences. Owner Kim Han Kook...
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Dongdaemun
Although Dongdaemun is listed in pretty much every guidebook on Seoul, even if you're the type to flee from anything smelling of tourists, Dongdaemun is one of the rare spots over-run with them that is actually worth visiting. Although...
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Coreanos Kitchen
The wave of Korean Mexican fusion that started in the US has finally made its way across the Pacific to land in Seoul with Gene Cho's food truck-turned-restaurant concept Coreanos Kitchen. For whatever reason, people in the US love to...
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Common Ground
Not your everyday retail experience in more ways than one, the name Common Ground seems a bit ironic as a shopping mall constructed from 200 bright, blue shipping containers. Located near Konkuk University, this very cool ode to “modern...
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Cha Masineun Tteul
If the busy crowds circling Samcheong-dong's boutiques are bringing you down, escape to nearby Bukchon Hanok Village - one of Seoul's chillest spots and home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon...
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Baraboom
One of Itaewon’s go to hot spots, Baraboom combines a club vibe with gastropub-style eats. Baraboom chefs prepare euro-asian fare with seasonal ingredients for Itaewon’s trendsetters and club kids. Bespoke cocktails pair perfectly from...
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Two Plus
If the grass is greener on the other side, then the cows at Two Plus must be grazing there.Two Plus is the other side of the coin when it comes to traditional BBQ. Specializing in Korean Hanwoo 1++ grade beef (hence the name), Two Plus...
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Libertine
Once dangerous and seedy, Itaewon is now an emerging cosmopolitan suburb of Seoul. At its gastronomic heart, Libertine personifies the blossoming row of restaurants in the center of Itaewon's former “antique district” with its warm,...
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The Lion’s Den
If there was a Korean Frank Sinatra, I’m pretty sure he would be hanging out at this classy old-school bar in Seoul. An import from Tokyo, The original Lion’s Den originated in Ginza. This second installment of the franchise offers...
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Still
With premium cocktails, fiery presentations and custom playlists, it's not hard to enjoy yourself here. Nestled in the Chungdam district, Still brings a unique spin to the speakeasy concept with a fresh distillery feel. Fresh and...
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Sopooom
Seoul-based streetwear shop Sopooom offers a great selection of men’s accessories for globals players like you. Sopooom tips the scale slightly toward Hip Hop style, but at the end of the day, cool is cool so don’t fret if you march to a...
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San Francisco Market
Founded by Korean designer Han Taie-min, this casual men’s store is a go-to spot for today’s millennial male. At first glance, this may look like a typical american menswear store, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. San...
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Nohryangjin Fish Market
If seafood is your thing check out Nohryangjin Fish Market, Seoul’s gateway to the freshest fare from the sea. A worthy destination for adventure seeking Foodies, Nohryangjin is as real as it gets – a close up look at the ocean’s bounty...
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Napkin Please
If you’re looking for good old-fashioned american greasy food coupled with ice cold micro brews, Napkin Please is your home. From wings, philly cheese steaks, to homestyle mac + cheese, this american inspired modern diner will force you...
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Butterfingers Pancakes
A mainstay on the Seoul brunch scene (uh. . . ok maybe “scene” is too generous), Butterfingers Pancakes has been crushing all-day breakfast since 2006. Now with three locations, Butterfingers American diner styled concept is popular...
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Brick Oven
Located in Gangnam Station, Brick Oven is a rarity in a city where the pizza landscape is dominated by Pizza Hut and Mr Pizza, chain restaurants that offer a korean-ized take on “American pizza”. James Yu and Dan Cho opened Brick Oven...
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Ceci-Cela
Located in the heart of Hannam, Ceci-Cela is known for having the best carrot cake in Korea. Featuring a fantastic brunch menu, this Belgian cafe has been satisfying sweet tooths in town for over a decade. We like the french toast brunch...
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American nuclear sub arrives in South Korea
USS Michigan docks in Busan; part of joint military operations
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Escalating rhetoric in the Korean peninsula
U.S. Vice-President Mike Pence made veiled threats against North Korea while visiting the demilitarized zone that separates North and South Korea
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South Korea: arrest warrant sought for Samsung’s de facto chief
South Korean tech giant Samsung has refused to accept accusations its de facto leader is embroiled in a corruption scandal involving the country’s president. The special prosecutors’ office is seeking the arrest of following...
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South Korean Volkswagen executive jailed over emissions-test cheating scandal
A South Korean court has sentenced a local Volkswagen executive to a year and a half in prison over the emissions-test cheating scandal. The man, who was identified only by the surname Yun, was convicted of falsifying documents on...
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Samsung Q2 profit better than expected
South Korean technology giant Samsung just reported better than expected profit between April and June, up 18 percent from a year earlier to 8.1 trillion won (6.47 billion euros). The world’s number one maker of smartphones and memory...
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Sweden’s Arctic spaceport is gearing up to launch the first satellites from mainland Europe
The Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) is partnering with US and South Korean rocket providers with a focus on sustainability and national security.
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Arab teams get taste of World Cup experience at the FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar
Can next year's world cup produce a breakthrough for Arab teams on football's biggest stage?