Tag: Spicy Octopus

Chang-dong’s Secret Gem: Unveiling the Authentic ‘Imo-kase’ Korean Pub Experience

'www.youtube.com/embed/XWM1ffTiiwU' Chang-dong's Secret Gem: Unveiling the Authentic 'Imo-kase' Korean Pub Experience Do you remember the legendary "Bubu-kase" from a recent video, where a feast of dishes poured out for just 10,000 KRW per person? The shock of that day, where price tags became meaningless, left me with a profound question: In a city where the warmth of the heart often loses to the coldness of calculation, could such stubborn warmth still exist? That question led me back to the streets, specifically to an alley in Chang-dong, Seoul. Walking those familiar paths, a thought struck…

Lee Kang-Soon Silbijip: Seoul’s Legendary 60-Year-Old Spicy Octopus (Nakji Bokkeum) Restaurant

'www.youtube.com/embed/AUjcSDulrEk' Lee Kang-Soon Silbijip: Seoul's Legendary 60-Year-Old Spicy Octopus (Nakji Bokkeum) Restaurant Nestled in the bustling heart of Seoul, specifically in the Mugyodong, Cheongjindong, and Jongno-ilga areas, there's a culinary institution that has been drawing crowds for over six decades. Locals and office workers alike rush out by 11:30 AM, practically racing to secure a spot at the famed Lee Kang-Soon Silbijip (이강순실비집). This isn't just any restaurant; it's a historical landmark serving up some of the city's most beloved and deliciously spicy stir-fried octopus, known as Nakji Bokkeum (낙지볶음). A Heritage of Flavor Since…