Myeongdong Kyoja-명동교자 본점 Myeongdong Kyoja is a 60-year-old noodle shop in Seoul, South Korea. It's known for its kalguksu, a noodle soup made with dumplings, ground meat, and light chicken broth. The texture of kalguksu is similar to ramen, but less chewy. Myeongdong Kyoja is in the Michelin Guide and has Bib Gourmand marks
Namyoungdon-남영돈
Namyeongdon (남영돈) is the name of a Korean barbecue restaurant in Seoul, South Korea. The name translates to "all the flavors of pork in a mouth”
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Samsung Garden-삼원가든
Samwon Garden (삼원가든) is a Korean restaurant in Apgujeong, Seoul, South Korea that serves traditional Korean barbecue, Asian, and Korean food. The restaurant's name translates to "Samwon Garden" in English.
Here are some things to know about Samwon Garden:
- Menu: The restaurant's signature dishes include yangnyeom galbi (grilled marinated galbi) and saenggalbi. Some say the beef rib is tender and soft, and others say the Hanwoo beef is a safe bet for high-quality barbecue.
- Dining experience: The menu is the same for each table, but some say the server you get can affect your dining experience.
Hobin-호빈
Hobin is a Chinese restaurant run by Chef Hou Deokjook, a recognized authority in Korean Chinese cuisine and a pioneer in elevating Cantonese cuisine to a fine dining experience for decades. The restaurant's name, "Hobin," meaning "honored guest," reflects the chef's deep respect and gratitude for his customers, symbolizing his journey alongside them in the culinary world.
Hobin offers several signature dishes, including Braised Sea Cucumber in Hot Sauce and Eight Treasures Noodles, but the dish that truly stands out is Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, first introduced in Korea by Chef Hou. This dish has become a symbol of the restaurant, representing his culinary philosophy and mastery.
Chef Hou emphasizes, “Using fresh ingredients and bringing out their natural flavors is the essence of cooking.” While this may seem like a fundamental principle, it carries profound significance in his kitchen. In addition to a variety of dishes, Hobin also serves seasonal health-boosting meals, crafted with care using premium ingredients.
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