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SOS Book Club Pick: I Want to Die But I Want to Eat Tteokbokki: A Memoir
The South of Seoul Volunteer January Book Club 2023 recommendation is I Want to Die But I Want to Eat Tteokbokki: A Memoir by Baek Sehee. Check out this deeply personal memoir of conversations between the author and her therapist. About the South of Seoul Virtual Book Club Looking for book recommendations? Welcome to the South of Seoul book club. We recommend a book every month. Such recommended books explore topics like 1) South Korean history or culture, 2) the complexity of cross-cultural life, or 4) the exploration of life…
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Overview of January in Korea
January in Korea often gets a bad rap because it’s winter. However, January in Korea still has plenty to do as people across the country enjoy winter sports, cozy cafes, delicious restaurants, mountain cabins, stormy beaches, and time at home with family and friends. Average January Temps (high/low) The temperatures between northern and southern Korea tend to be similar on average. Major January Festivals South Korea has many festivals each month across the country. This list is a small selection of festivals that are often promoted to tourists. New Year’s…
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South of Seoul 2022 In Review
It’s time to celebrate what South of Seoul volunteers accomplished in 2022! The following list includes some of our most significant projects and major highlights. Of course, far more has happened, but we don’t have room for it, so let’s go! 2022 Was a Year of Rapid Growth For South of Seoul volunteers, 2022 often felt like a rocket ship. Growth occurred across all aspects of the volunteer organization. However, the highest increase occurred on our South of Seoul blog, where readership skyrocketed thanks to epic amounts of created content…
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My Perfect Korean December Plan
Do you want to have a great December in South Korea? I love winter and I look forward to December every year so I would love to share how I keep the fun rolling year-round. Here is how I maximize my life during one of my favorite times of the year. The Importance of December Getting December right sets the tone for the three coldest months of the year in South Korea. Leaning into winter from the beginning may limit your suffering and allow you to avoid the cold weather…
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Korean Restaurants for Mushroom Lovers
Many people become mushroom-loving foodies after moving to South Korea. So, these Korean mushroom restaurants might be right up your alley! Since the country has a delicious and wide variety of mushrooms, here are some spots to try in Pyeongtaek-si Where is Pyeongtaek? First of all, these locations for Korean mushroom restaurants exist in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large administrative district includes many different communities…
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January K-Drama: Crash Landing on You
The South of Seoul K-drama for January is a big one. “Crash Landing on You” was all South Korea could talk about when it first aired. It remains a much beloved show that those living or moving to South Korea should watch at least once. Let’s dig into this K-drama and use it to expand your social knowledge. Breaking Down The Cultural Knowledge When you watch a K-drama when living in Korea or plan to live in Korea, you may want to go deeper than just the show. In order…
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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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December in South Korea Life Slows Down
Wondering what to expect during December in South Korea? Let’s take a look at the rhythm of life as the winter starts to settle in. Gimjang Season Ends Different communities and families may have their gimjang (kimjang) activities in early December since the cold weather makes the perfect kimchi-making weather. South of Seoul began hosting a gimjang for international residents in 2022 to help our community also prepare for the winter months. Houses Get Winterized In December people turn on their floor heat, maybe add bubble wrap to the windows,…
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52 Pickup Family Edition, Gyeonggi-do Adventures, Korean Travel & Adventure, Korean Travel Itineraries, Tips of Living Your Best Life
Fairy Tale Village in Incheon (Songwol-dong)
Grab your family and your imagination for a fun day at Fairy Tale Village in Incheon. About Fairy Tale Village Songwol-dong 송월동 동화마을, Fairy Tale Village, is a vibrant, mural-themed village in Incheon with Disney Fairy tales, Korean Fairy tales, and other childhood story favorites. This truly is a delight for your senses. Your children will love it and your inner child will, too! If you just want a fanciful walk, this village is free and open year-round. Also, this is another great spot for cherry blossoms and tulips in…
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About South Korean Health Care System, Culture Shock Tips, Health care self advocacy, Medical & Health, Public Health, Support Services, Tips of Living Your Best Life, US Military and Korean Health Care
2022 SOS Public Health Needs Assessment of International Residents in Korea
This Needs Assessment was conducted by graduate student Olivia Bowman as part of her practicum with SOS Public Health (SOSPH) in the Fall of 2022. This needs assessment examines healthcare information access among the multinational English-speaking community living in South Korea, with a focus on the role that cultural dissonance may play in such access.
