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Mukbangs — Why do they continue to be so popular?
The sound of eating and watching other people eat might drive some people crazy, however for a while in Korea it has been a highly...
lewishooper1
Apr 13, 20242 min read
Korean Ambassador in Egypt Observes Ramadan & Expresses Love for the Country!
The new Korean ambassador to Egypt, Kim Young Hyun, has immersed himself in the vibrant atmosphere of Ramadan, describing his experience...
Manar Aly
Apr 12, 20243 min read
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Start 2024 by giving yourself peace of mind with this spectacular Korean cultural activity! [Temple stay experience!]
Steeped in rich authentic Korean culture and great for mental health, Korea's temple stay is an unforgettable experience! We give you...
lewishooper1
Mar 26, 20242 min read
A guide to THE BEST cherry blossom locations in Korea — 2024!
Cherry blossom season is upon us! This short guide will help you explore the best photoesque locations to spot the beautiful blossoms in...
lewishooper1
Mar 23, 20243 min read
Ramp up your 2024 Seollal holidays with these must-do Korean activities!
2024 is considered a lucky year, and it's the Year of the Dragon, the blue dragon or wood dragon to be precise, and it's the only...
lewishooper1
Feb 7, 20244 min read
Korean TikTok Star "Mama Guy" Wrapped up in Scandal: The Dark Side of Social Media Fame
In a shocking turn of events, Seo Won Jeong, the popular Korean TikTok and Instagram influencer known as "WonJeongMan" or @ox_zung has...
Manar Aly
Jan 19, 20242 min read
Israeli embassy removes "Inappropriate" video depicting Hamas attack in Seoul
The Israeli embassy in South Korea has taken down a video that depicted an imaginary scenario in which Koreans were attacked by masked...
Manar Aly
Jan 2, 20243 min read
Embracing the Solo Glow: A Unique Take on Christmas Celebrations in Korea
We wrote an article about Christmas in Korea being primarily about couples and their date days, you can read more about it HERE....
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Dec 16, 20233 min read
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[Korean Fridays] Celebrating Christmas in Korea! 🎄🎅
Christmas is a festive season celebrated worldwide, and Korea is no exception. In this article, we will explore how Christmas is...
Manar Aly
Dec 15, 20232 min read
Five Korea tourism promotional clips break 225 million views just one month after release!
Released on October 24, 2023, by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), five promotional clips...
citywph
Dec 6, 20232 min read
Why is Christmas in Korea a day for couples? (Including some 2023 menus and events!)
My family this year, like every year I've lived in Seoul, asked me "What are you doing for Christmas?" Back home Christmas is a big...
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Dec 1, 20233 min read
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Forbidden Realms: K-dramas fearlessly addressing taboos in compelling storylines [Spoilers- Part 2]
If you haven't read part 1, you probably need to! You can do so HERE. Welcome back to our discussion about taboo topics in South Korea,...
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Nov 29, 20233 min read
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[Spoiler Alert!] "Castaway Diva" Episode 9: The mental impact of domestic violence revealed!
In the latest developments of the K-drama Castaway Diva, the narrative takes an intriguing turn as the complex dynamics between the two...
Thu Trang
Nov 28, 20231 min read
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Forbidden Realms: K-dramas fearlessly addressing taboos in compelling storylines [Spoilers- Part 1]
We wanted to start a series about K-Dramas that contain topics that are typically taboo in South Korea so here we are! Some notable taboo...
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Nov 24, 20233 min read
Korean Cultural Center Joins BGC's Passionfest for "GLOCAL: Color & Culture Festival"
The Korean Cultural Center (KCC) is excited to be a part of this year's Passionfest, collaborating with Bonifacio Global City (BGC) to...
citywph
Nov 20, 20231 min read
![Exploring the Enigmatic: Unique Daily Korean Rituals and Traditions That Define Culture [Part 2]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/84708f_ca6d9fb30705444d96c933e6136d6591~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_636,h_478,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/84708f_ca6d9fb30705444d96c933e6136d6591~mv2.jpg)
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Exploring the Enigmatic: Unique Daily Korean Rituals and Traditions That Define Culture [Part 2]
In Part 1 of this series, we explored three Korean traditions that are uniquely Korean! You may have seen some of these in K-Dramas,...
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Hang out and make meaningful connections in Korea with the newest Friendship App!
Do you struggle with making friends in Korea or sometimes feel like you want to hang out with people in your neighborhood? Either way,...
Gabriella Ratnarajah
Oct 25, 20232 min read
The Differences Between Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Chopsticks! And How To Use Them!
Chopsticks, also known as “chop chop,” which means “quickly”, are all traditional eating utensils used in Asian respective cultures and...
Manar Aly
Oct 9, 20233 min read
"Meet the Mentor: K-Novelist Book Talk Show" Feat. Renowned Mystery-Thriller Author Jeong Youjeong
It's a literature haven for the month of October at the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC)! The Korean Cultural Center in...
citywph
Oct 2, 20231 min read
4 Traditional Korean Dishes You Must Eat for Chuseok!
Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day, is a significant and cherished holiday in South Korea. Celebrated on the 15th day of the...
Thu Trang
Sep 29, 20233 min read
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