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📌 Table of Contents 📰 K-FOOD Trend News ✨ This Week's New Product Reviews 🍜 K-FOOD Pairings & Side Menu Recommendations 🏆 This Week's K-FOOD TOP Picks 🌏 K-FOOD's Global Popularity Chart 🗓️ K-FOOD World Expos & Pop-up Store Schedule 📰 K-FOOD Trend News This week, the K-FOOD wave continues to take the world by storm, with a noticeable trend towards the globalization of traditional Korean flavors. It's not just about K-Pop and K-Dramas anymore; Korean cuisine itself has become a leading cultural export. Major food corporations are expanding their global reach, focusing on products like mandu (dumplings), dried seaweed, and Korean-style chicken. The perception of K-FOOD as a healthy and diverse option is a significant driver of its worldwide popularity. We're also seeing a rise in "K-Wellness," where traditional ingredien...

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress 📌 Table of Contents 🌟 Introduction to Suwon 🗺️ Recommended One-Day Itinerary 🍗 Must-Try Food & Restaurants 💡 Insider Travel Tips 🎯 Key Points of Your Suwon Trip 🌟 An Introduction to Suwon: The City of Filial Piety Hey K-Travelers! BonoHyung here, back for our weekly adventure beyond the bustling streets of Seoul. This week, we're taking a short trip to Suwon , a city that perfectly blends ancient history with vibrant, modern life. Just an hour from Seoul, Suwon offers a peaceful yet fascinating escape, centered around its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site, the Hwaseong Fortress . Unlike hyper-popular tourist spots, Suwon provides a more serene and authentic local atmosphere. It’s a place where you can walk along ancient fortress walls in the morning and explore trendy cafes in the afternoon. The city was a s...

📌 Table of Contents 🌟 This Week's Hot Spot: Gwanghwamun & Cheonggyecheon 🎉 Festivals & Events This Week 🎁 Travel Events & Offers 📱 As Seen on Social Media 🧭 Seoul for Every Traveler 💡 BonoHyung's Travel Tips 🌟 This Week's Hot Spot: Gwanghwamun & Cheonggyecheon As November gives way to December, Seoul begins to sparkle with a magical festive atmosphere. The heart of this transformation is undoubtedly the Gwanghwamun Square and the nearby Cheonggyecheon Stream. This area becomes a hub of light, joy, and winter festivities, making it an unmissable destination. Gwanghwamun Square Market Get ready for a delightful Christmas market experience right in the historic Gwanghwamun Square. The Gwanghwamun Market is a beautifully decorated Christmas Market where you can find various ha...

Your Ultimate Guide to K-POP This Week: Concerts, Comebacks, and Insider Tips! 📌 Table of Contents This Week's K-POP News Latest K-POP Releases K-POP Concerts in Korea Tips for Buying Concert Tickets in Korea K-POP Concerts Overseas Tips for Enjoying the Concert K-POP Events and Fan Meetings K-POP Album and Merch Shopping Tips 🎤 This Week's K-POP News The K-POP world is buzzing with excitement this week! One of the hottest topics is the special collaboration stage announced for the 2025 MAMA Awards. Members from various popular groups will come together to bring characters from the animated film "K-Pop Demon Hunters" to life. Pharita, Ahyeon, and Rora of BABYMONSTER will portray the girl group HUNTR/X, while Leehan of BOYNEXTDOOR, Wonbin of RIIZE, Shinyu of TWS, and Park Gunwook and Han Yujin of ZEROBASEONE will form the boy band Saja Boys. This unique crossover performance is...

📌 Table of Contents 📰 K-FOOD Trend News 🍜 This Week's New Product Reviews 🥢 K-FOOD Pairing & Side Menu Recommendations 🏆 This Week's K-FOOD Popularity TOP 🌍 This Week's K-FOOD Popularity by Region 🗓️ This Week's K-FOOD Expo & Pop-up Store Schedule 📰 K-FOOD Trend News This week, the K-food scene is buzzing with the global expansion of Korean flavors. In a significant move, Pick n Pay in South Africa is launching a dedicated Korean food range across its stores, featuring over 80 products including gochujang, kimchi, and ready-to-eat tteokbokki. This collaboration with Korea's Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs highlights the unstoppable "K-wave" influencing global palates. In the Middle East, the UAE has announced plans to build a 'K-City' dedicated to Korean culture, with a major focus on K-food. This project aims to cre...

📌 Table of Contents 👋 Welcome to Tongyeong! 🗺️ Your Perfect Tongyeong Itinerary 🍜 Must-Try Foods in Tongyeong 💡 BonoHyung's Pro Travel Tips ✨ Key Points of Your Tongyeong Trip 👋 Welcome to Tongyeong! The Naples of Korea Hey K-Travelers! BonoHyung here for your weekly dose of Korean travel inspiration. This week, we're skipping the bustling cities and heading south to a coastal gem that many foreigners miss: Tongyeong . Nestled on the southern coast, this port city is a stunning tapestry of sparkling blue seas and hundreds of picturesque islands. It’s a place where art, history, and nature collide, offering a truly unique and refreshing Korean experience. Why Tongyeong? Because it’s the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. You can soak in breathtaking ocean views from a cable car, get lost in colorful mural villages, and feast on the freshest seafood you've ever tasted. It’s a city th...