Maeil Christmas (매일크리스마스) or in English 'Everyday Christmas' is a relatively new restaurant in Hwajeong. As the name suggests it is Christmas themed but only in decor; the food and drinks have nothing to do with Christmas. It's located down the main pedestrian area of Hwajeong not far from the station. It's up on... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – Saffron India (Lakins Mall, Restaurant)
I've been busy lately and haven't been able to post much. I did happen to visit an Indian restaurant for lunch last week so I thought I would post a quick review on that. Hopefully I will be able to get out more in the coming weeks so will be able to do more posting.... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – La Tasca (Goyang Garosugil, Restaurant)
I'm a bit late in posting this as it was over a week ago that I visited La Tasca (라타스카). Unfortunately life gets in the way of blogging sometimes. However, I had my notes and photos and finally got some time this long weekend to sit down and write it out. As I mentioned in... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – It’s Cola (One Mount, Restaurant)
Last weekend I went for a walk over to One Mount. I haven't been in over a year so I was interested to see what had changed and if there were any new restaurants and cafes. They have added some new places there and they have a whole new area in front of One Mount... Continue Reading →
Hwajeong – Pie Man (Specialty Cafe)
I visited this interesting cafe called Pie Man in Hwajeong the other day. My friend wanted to try their savory pie and I was interested to see what they had in the way of sweet ones. Now as a New Zealander pies are very important to me. A good mince and cheese pie is probably... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – Junicake (Madu, Specialty Cafe)
I recently had a rare half day at work and was finished by lunchtime so I took the opportunity to check out a great area in Ilsan called Madu. Now you might be aware of Madu Station which is on the Orange (no.3) Line but the area is much bigger than that and extends out... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – Joshua Burger (Baekseok, Restaurant)
Finally made it to Joshua Burger over in Baekseok-dong, Goyang the other day. My friend and I got up super early to watch a movie at 9.20am. It was the only time that worked for both of us. We are both night owls so it was a big effort but sometimes it has to be done.... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – Soupy (La Festa, Restaurant)
Soupy (수피) is a great little restaurant located upstairs (Building A) in La Festa. I recently visited for brunch and was very impressed. It looks like a country kitchen type place and the food has that kind of feel too. Everything looks and tastes homemade (it seems like most of it is made on the premises)... Continue Reading →
Ilsan – Bistro Corner (La Festa, Restaurant)
Bistro Corner (비스트로 코너) is my favorite hamburger place in Ilsan so far. There are a couple of other places that are okay and some that I have yet to check out but I've been coming to Corner Bistro for years and they make a solid burger and great fries. Locals often call it Corner... Continue Reading →
Hwajeong – Allumare Coffee Roasters (Cafe)
Allumare Coffee Roasters (알루마레 커피로스터스) is a nice, quite little cafe. I've been here a few times to meet a friend who lives in Hwajeong. She likes to come here to work on her computer sometimes. The cafe has a country vibe with lots of plants and dried flowers hanging up all over the walls.... Continue Reading →