SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
A Guide to September, October, November Holidays and activities.
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A Year to Learn Korean Cooking, Culture & Community, November in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Gimjang with Sue in Review
South of Seoul’s first Gimjang event was a huge success and it was our favorite event so far. Sue was absolutely amazing and the kimchi was fantastic. The Attendees Over twenty guests including men, women, and children showed up for Gimjang with Sue 2022 sponsored by South of Seoul. Despite the fact that the event occurred over two days and included a lot of uncomfortable, physically tiring work, everyone tackled different tasks with enthusiasm, humor, kindness, and joy. Saturday: Day 1 Gimjang started at 8:00 am on Saturday. During the…
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Gimjang Planning Logistics
You’ve been invited to a home Kimjang. Now what? Preparing for your first Kimjang can feel nerve-wracking. Let’s talk about how to prepare and what to expect. Having a general idea of what you are getting into can help the day go a bit smoother for everyone. What is Jeong (정) In order to fully understand Gimjang (Kimjang/김장) you may want to study the Korean concept of Jeong (정). Jeong explains the deep feelings and connection that come from going through life together. The concept of Jeong includes both the…
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Traditional Kimjang with Sue 2022
Would you like to participate in a traditional countryside, family-style Kimjang? (FYI, if you love cooking and Korean food the answer is, “YES!”) Then, sign-up immediately for this 3-day traditional cooking event and learn how families work together to prepare their kimchi for the year. The event will cost $45 per person and be a ton of hard work and fun. What is Kimjang In 2013, Korean kimjang became recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Heritage activity. For Kimjang each year, Korean families come together to help the matriarchs assemble the family’s…
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Breweries, Pubs, & Craft Beer, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Pumpkin Craft Beer in South Korea
Each year we get many requests for pumpkin beer options around the time the weather starts to chill. Here are a few beers to try in 2022. About Pumpkin Beer in South Korea Pumpkin pie is a very traditional North American dessert but can be hard to find here in Korea. But in Korea’s beer scene, several breweries are offering pumpkin beer. Supplies will be limited. When Do Breweries Have Pumpkin Beer? Each year, these small-batch pumpkin beers start hitting pubs around mid-October but this may change each year. Start…
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, Outdoor Activities, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Autumn Leaves at Asan Gingko Tree Road
If you want to see the beauty of autumn in Korea, you must check out Asan Gingko Tree Road. It is easily one of Korea’s most photogenic walking roads and is located in the Asan-si countryside. About Asan-si Asan-si is located in the Chungcheongnam-do province of South Korea. The administrative district hosts a vibrant city and extensive rural areas. Situated approximately 90 kilometers south of Seoul, Asan-s is known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly its role in Korea’s history during the Joseon Dynasty. Asan-si contains various historical sites, such…
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Breweries, Pubs, & Craft Beer, Hiking in Korea, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Best Korean Craft Beer Spots for Fall
Enjoy the fall locations for Korean craft beer. In this post, we share the best places for fall colors and cool brews. Autumn in South Korea Autumn is the best season in Korea. The season is marked by pleasant weather with high clouds and low pollution. The rice fields and other crops will be harvested, and families will celebrate Chuseok. Then the trees will begin to change color. Gingko trees will drop their pungent fruit and then turn a bright yellow. Maples will follow with colors ranging from orange to…
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Typhoon Preparedness in Korea
Worried about the typhoons that come through South Korea? Learn more about Typhoon preparedness in Korea and how international residents might want to prepare. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply to volunteer with South of Seoul. Please note that the pronunciation of some Korean…
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Cafes and Bakeries, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall, Uncategorized
Best Autumn Cafes in South Korea
Looking for the best autumn cafes in South Korea? Well, you came to the right place. As an Admin for the Cafes in Korea Facebook, I’ve visited cafes across the country over the years. After all that time, the following cafes remain my favorite for fall colors in Korea. Click to jump to the list if you don’t have time for the rest of the information About Cafes in Korea It is estimated that Korea has over 70,000 cafes. Additionally, such cafes range from simple “grab and go” shops to…
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How to Appreciate Korean Seasons
Wondering what to expect during Korea’s four seasons? Let’s take a look at what a year looks like living in Korea. Discover tips for how to appreciate Korean seasons for their own unique style. Korea’s ‘Four Seasons’ is Part of Small Talk Korean culture puts great importance on the 4 seasons. While living in South Korea, you may even hear about Korea’s four-season slightly more than feels comfortable. For example, many social conversations may begin with the question, “Do you know about Korea’s four seasons?” due to the fact it’s…
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Fall Apple Picking in South Korea is the Perfect Day Out
Who wants to go fall apple picking in South Korea? We highly recommend it. This is what our trip looked like. We look forward to maybe going again. Where we went for Apple Picking This weekend we were recreating our New England apple picking traditions here in South Korea by visiting an apple orchard about 1 hour from Pyeongtaek, South Korea called Yesan Apple and Wine Picking. This is a popular location for ex-pats who want to embrace Korean culture while also experiencing memories of home. We didn’t have a…
