Seoul

Into The Sky – (길목에서)

Fri, 04/19/2013 - 20:08 — mmpkorea

Name: Into The Sky (길목에서) Location: Chungmuro Reviewed by: Mamas & Papas on: 17th April, 2013 Thoughts: Into The Sky is a traditional style makgeolli gem tucked away in a [...]

Cherry Blossoms most delicately and bewitchingly herald the onset of Spring in Korea. These gossamer flowers are at their zenith only for three days in a year. An entire road overlooking the Yeouido park, adjoining the National Assembly building of Seoul has around 1400 cherry blossom trees. The entire street is closed for vehicular traffic and is in a festive mood for the Cherry Blossom festival which runs for five days. It is tradition for the couples to walk along the flowery lane, which they feel will strengthen their love and happiness. Today was the last day of the Cherry Blossom festival in Yeouido.

Seoul Photo & Imaging Show 2013

Thu, 04/11/2013 - 15:50 — jt

Dylan Goldby |
COEX |
Welkinlight Photography |
Seoul International Photo and Imaging Industry Show 2013 |
Seoul |
Roy Cruz |
robert koehler |
nikon |
Justin Howard |
Canon 100D |
canon |
Things to Do in Korea |
photography |
Korea |
Festivals |
Thoughts

Being a part of a huge event where pretty much everyone around you is a photographer in one way or another is an intense time. This year I was invited to attend as a member of the “press” which basically meant that I got a free pass and… well that was about it. Not that I am complaining but it was a little unimpressed after jumping on the KTX from Ulsan at 5:22 am to hit Seoul and then an hour on the Subway to get to COEX to get a plastic badge after the emails about being a “VIP blogger”

A Seoul Spring on the Han

Thu, 04/11/2013 - 00:32 — devanrosey

Something about being near water is simply relaxing. When the weather finally agrees to reward Seoul, Korea with a mild and sunny day after a brutally long winter people tend to flock to the Han River. Here are 10 ways to enjoy the river in the coming months.

photo credit: my cool friend James

1) Banpo Bridge

An Origin of Korean Discontent

Fri, 04/05/2013 - 00:30 — conor_o_reilly

A thought struck me as I was taking a shower before work this morning. With the renewal of tension along the North-South Korean border it’s a sharp reminder of the results of history, and what we’re looking at here, could be considered as one of the final plays in the game of the Great Powers. It, like so many skirmishes before, is taking place in a distant field which effects the lives of people so far away they don’t even look real. Well as one of these people I can assure you that it’s quite real.

Since Korea opened up to outside influence in the late nineteenth century, much like many other small kingdoms, was turned into a pawn in the chessboard of empire building. This process set Korea up to be misused and abused by forces outside their control, and today we are experiencing the continued results of this.

“Free, for me?” Korea knows a thing or 2 or 10 about great service.

Tue, 04/02/2013 - 23:59 — devanrosey

Living and teaching in Korea has allowed me to adopt a pretty decadent life-style. I’ve been pampered in traditional Korean bathhouses and spas, I’ve wined and dined most weekend evenings in Seoul, I’ve adopted a Korean sense of style and I can find an item that ‘I just have to have!’ in any store, and I’ve adventured throughout Korea and flown to Taiwan and Thailand all in the last year. My teaching salary has allowed me to try, see, taste and shop my way through Southeast Asia all while sending money home to the US each month to pay off student loans and other debt.

I will leave Korea in June, so I have decided to be a bit frugal and save more money in my last few months. It is comforting to know that while I am saving I can still enjoy myself in true Korean style. Korea is famous for exemplary ‘service’ and freebies. Money is great, but free things are even better.

Meeting 10 – Makgeolli Salong (막걸리 싸롱) Photo Gallery

Tue, 04/02/2013 - 23:17 — mmpkorea

If you’re looking for somewhere lively and relaxed in Hongdae for makgeolli, this place would fit the bill. Mamas & Papas felt particularly laid back here and we tried just [...]

Golden Buddha at the Sanbangsan Mountain

Tue, 04/02/2013 - 13:15 — meoww

Jeju island, located in the South of South Korea itself was formed due to a volcanic activity. The Sanbangsan Mountain, located in the South West corner of the island, was formed some 800,000 years ago with the cooling down of viscous lava from the volcanic eruption. I loved the unique, almost flaky texture and interesting patterns in the mountain.

Meeting 9 – Tricycle (세발 자전거) Photo Gallery

Mon, 04/01/2013 - 22:33 — mmpkorea

We had a great experience at Tricycle, the highlight being the high quality food and top selection of makgeolli. The atmosphere was very stylish, but we were still able to [...]

Makgeolli Salong (막걸리 싸롱)

Mon, 04/01/2013 - 22:05 — mmpkorea

Name: Makgeolli Salong (막걸리 싸롱) Location: Hongdae Reviewed by: Mamas & Papas on: 13th March, 2013 Thoughts: Makgeolli Salong is a loud and bustling location which becomes packed with people [...]

I’m having an excellent night in Seoul with a pretty lady. I’ll...

Sat, 03/30/2013 - 04:24 — fishstick

I’m having an excellent night in Seoul with a pretty lady. I’ll update you all soon.

April 6th Meeting – Registration OPEN!!

Wed, 03/27/2013 - 12:24 — mmpkorea

The weather is warming up and we are in the mood for some fresh makgeolli, old school style. Our next meeting came personally recommended to us for its Nongju and [...]

Going Gluten-Free in Korea (I’m trying.)

Fri, 03/22/2013 - 02:46 — devanrosey

photo credit

White Day

Fri, 03/15/2013 - 12:54 — meoww

Following the Valentine's day in February where the girls were crooning over their special boys, March 14th is the White Day where the boys accept the girl's advances by giving them, usually, chocolates or something cute (and thoughtful :p ) of three times the value of what was given by the girl. Do you know that Koreans celebrate a "Day" in each month!

A Lesson in Perseverance

Fri, 03/15/2013 - 00:01 — conor_o_reilly

In 2008 I was on the brink of getting married, and I was busy contemplating what to do afterwards. There were plenty of options, easy and less easy, but none painted in any way a clear picture of the future.

At the time I was working in a relatively big language school on the south side of Seoul and I was nearing the end of my third year. I didn’t have any teaching qualifications, but much like today I talked a good fight and fancied my chances regardless of what happened.

Of course marriage was going to change everything. There was the obvious and easier option and then there was the riskier and more exciting option that you don’t hear of many newly-weds taking, at least not in Korea anyway.


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