Chuseok, the traditional fall harvest holiday celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month in the lunar calendar, is an occasion when family members get together to give thanks for the past year while wishing good fortune for the remainder of the year over a special meal. The festive mood of Chuseok remains the same today, but social customs deeply embedded in the holiday have changed. Just a few decades ago, men in the kitchen during Chuseok, or any time of the year, was a rarity. But today

Mayfield Seoul offers ‘Car Camping in the Garden’package Mayfield Hotel in Seoul is offering “Chabak (car camping) in the Garden” package, which says it allows guests to enjoy car camping and glamping at the same time. Hotel rooms are included in the package although spots are saved for those who wish to camp outside at night. The package consists of a Superior Room, breakfast buffet, car park zone use, garden barbecue dinner and camping goods including a tumbler and

Park Hyatt Busan presents ‘2021 Chuseok Gift Sets’ In celebration of the Chuseok holiday, Park Hyatt Busan is offering an array of Chuseok gifts. They include a selection of meat and lobster by the chef of Park Hyatt Busan, a stewed abalone set, a danji set for enjoying tea or other refreshments, as well as restaurant gift certificates that can be used within the hotel. The gift sets are available until Sept. 17, and gift certificates until Sept. 26. The Chuseok gift sets can be pur

Millefoglie, Roman maritozzo and Sicilian cannoli in Seongsu-dong

Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul presents ‘Summer Days’ package Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul has released a “Summer Days” package in collaboration with Daze Dayz, a swim & resort wear brand that encompasses attire for travel and daily life. Customers will receive a Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul’s special edition of shower robe, fabric bag and sunblock products set made in collaboration with Daze Dayz. This year’s limited special edition is design

Among the commonly held preconceptions about Korea’s drinking culture and manners, one that tops the list is the practice of “pour-and-drink,” referring to Korean’s heavy and fast-paced style of imbibing alcohol. To challenge the stereotype, OneshotKorea, located near Cheonggyecheon, central Seoul, serves traditional Korean liquor, while also introducing the history of the region each drink hails from and the distinctive brewing processes involved. The belief that &ldqu

Korea House launches dosirak featuring royal palace cuisine

Westin Josun Seoul launches Fall in Record package The Westin Josun Seoul‘s Fall in Record package offers unforgettable memories to take home with film cameras and quality music this fall. Black-and-white film brand Ilford Photo’s camera will be provided to guests staying in executive rooms, and up to 27 images can be taken. Junior suites will be equipped with turntables and a collection of records, and guests will be given two complimentary glasses of a Macallan whisky cocktail.

A nation’s renowned traditional dish does not always have to be cooked and served by the locals to be the best-tasting version. Chefs from around the world today often discover their own mix of recipes, adding unique flavors while still maintaining the essence of the original. An online preliminary round of the 2021 World Paella Day Cup hosted by the Tourist Office of Spain is currently under way to decide on the eight chefs who will compete in the final round on Sept. 20, to be held i

Schoolteacher-turned-farmer produces artisanal omega-rich oil

JW Marriott Hotel offers ‘Truly Flavors’ promotion Flavors, the luxury buffet dining establishment at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul, is offering the “Truly Flavors” promotion, with a special selection of pass-around dishes that celebrate the restaurant’s variety of cuisines. 　 The promotion began Monday and runs to Sept. 30, featuring freshly cooked dishes served by the chefs. Dishes are decided daily, chosen from among filo pastry lamb chops, macaroni with a three-chee

Artisan Croissant Bukchon puts spotlight on popular pastry

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas offers meals for private gatherings Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas has launched a special lunchbox “Grab & Go Surf and Turf” promotion of meals prepared by hotel chefs with top-quality ingredients for small private gatherings. The “Grab & Go Surf and Turf” includes lobster, steak, abalone, dried yellow corvine, salad and dessert. The prepared meals will be served until Sept. 30 and priced at 110,000 won for four and 180

The Margaux Grill, the luxury steak restaurant, at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul was recognized by Wine Spectator, winning the Best of Award of Excellence. The Margaux Grill houses a wine cave that holds 4,000 bottles of some 800 varieties of wines that encompass tastes from wine beginners to professional sommeliers. The guests to the restaurant can take a tour of the wine cave to select wines. Wine Spectator is an internationally renowned wine magazine published in the US and annually recognizes

Wellness package at Fairmont Ambassador Seoul Fairmont Ambassador Seoul offers a wellness package that features a 60-minute body treatment at spa ESPA located at the hotel. The wellness package includes one night stay at a Fairmont Room, buffet restaurant for two, a body treatment for one, Balmain travel hair kit and complimentary use of swimming pool and fitness center. ESPA at Fairmont will deliver a 60-minute inner calm massage body treatment that helps relieve fatigue and restore energy.