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Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds’s Recent Posts

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Exquisite Sugar Art

Sometimes in Seoul, amidst all the conventional stands and carts selling ddukbokki and hodduk, there are gems scattered about which make you do a double take. Here is a cart …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsNovember 01, 2010

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뽑기: Korean Street Sugar Treats

It’s not hard to find these whimsical looking golden lollipop type sweets on the streets of Korea. Usually there’s an old woman sitting on a stool bent over a frying …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 29, 2010

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Ice Cream Fondue @ Korea’s Baskin Robbins

Let me begin by saying that Baskin Robbins in Korea is absolutely nothing like Baskin Robbins in America.  In Korea, they are decorated on the upscale side and not only …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 29, 2010

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Popping Sue, Pat Bing Soo

It’s ridiculously simple, yet complex at the same time.  Pat Bing Soo (팥빙수) is a conglomeration of different flavors and textures.  Shaved ice, condensed milk, different fruits, pieces of dduk, …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 27, 2010

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The Mandu Saga Continues

Koreans make the best dumplings. Period. Freshly steamed, even comes in the steam container.  The skin is always chewy and perfect, and the filling consists of beef, scallions, and other …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 27, 2010

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Snow Covered Tree House – 눈나무집

Samcheongdong (삼청동) may very well be my favorite area in Seoul.  During the winter time, there are twinkle lights wrapped around bare tree branches, cafes serving lattes and waffles with …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 27, 2010

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Bibimbap With A Modern Twist

One thing about Korea that I love is the constantly evolving dining scene reinventing trademark Korean foods into something novel and fresh.  There is always a new restaurant opening here …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 26, 2010

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Hongdae's Ice Cream Waffle Vendor

Hongdae’s Ice Cream Waffle Vendor

This is him. The waffle vendor.  He sells hot waffles filled with ice cream for only 600 won.  He sets up shop every night right across from Hongik University. Can’t …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 26, 2010

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Costco’s Bulgogi Bake in Korea

I’ve realized that for many people, Costco is a culture.  There’s even a website called “Addicted to Costco” that I follow religiously, and I’m not afraid to admit it. Sometimes …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 26, 2010

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Myeongdong Donkatsu – 명동 돈까스

With Japan practically next door,  it is not surprising that Japanese cuisine has a strong presence in Korea.  Myeongdong is a glittering, vibrant, boisterous shopping mecca in the heart of …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 26, 2010

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Potatoes on Pizza

In Korea, potatoes as a pizza topping is about as common as pepperoni in the States.  This pizza here is from the now-defunct Jessica’s Pizza in Sinchon, but you can …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 24, 2010

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Cream Puffs 슈크림

“Shoe” cream (슈크림).  Actually, shoe is “choux,” the French term for the light airy shell used for cream puffs, eclairs, what have you. Choux pastry. Sounds very refined.  Cream puffs …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 24, 2010

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Ramen + Mandu = A Cheap and Delicious Thrill

Ramen + Mandu = A Cheap and Delicious Thrill

I never really understood people that paid to eat ramen at a restaurant, until I had the good fortune of visiting Jeon-tong Kalguksu Mandu (전통 칼국수 만두) in Chung Jeong …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 23, 2010

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My All-Time Favorite Restaurant in Seoul: Jaha Son Mandu 자하 손만두

Whether it’s fried, boiled, or steamed, I love mandu.  I love it so much that once in college I wrote a poem about mandu in my writing class.  Naturally, my …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 23, 2010

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Not Just Another Fish in the Sea: 붕어빵

Not Just Another Fish in the Sea: 붕어빵

The weather is getting colder and colder, which can only mean one thing in Korea. It won’t be long before more vendors start showing up on street corners selling things …

Written by Lucy in the Sky with DiamondsOctober 23, 2010

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