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Best of Pyeongtaek Poll 2019
The 2019 Best of Pyeongtaek Poll results. Thank you to everyone who voted.
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Magnificent Macarons in Pyeongtaek
by: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer Macarons may have originated in Europe, but Korea has taken this delicate confection and transformed it into something else entirely. Korean macarons are heavily filled with not just cream or jam but a whole assortment of unique ingredients. Everything from fruity rice cereal to whole strawberries can be found between the soft chewy cookie shells. These fat macarons, or fatarons, are beautiful and delicious. Macarons are becoming a unique aspect of Korean food culture and are displayed on everyone’s social media pages. Here…
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아침밥됩니다 = Breakfast in South Korea
Who wants to find breakfast in South Korea? Not western breakfast, but Korean breakfast. The Search for Breakfast in Pyeongtaek The South of Seoul Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group on Facebook is often getting questions about where to find breakfast. Until recently we had always answered this question by talking about the numerous wonderful places to eat a western-style breakfast. (Our favorites are Attractive Coffee, Wich Craft, You & Me, or Always Breakfast) Digging into Korean Breakfast However, we recently realized that we were keeping a secret we didn’t mean…
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아침밥됩니다 = Breakfast is served here, but what does that mean?
Finding Breakfast in South Korea The South of Seoul Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group on Facebook is often getting questions about where to find breakfast. Until recently we had always answered this question by talking about the numerous wonderful places to eat a western-style breakfast. Finding Korean Breakfast in Korea However, we recently realized that we were keeping a secret we didn’t mean to keep. There are many Korean restaurants that also serve breakfast and it’s delicious!!!!! Yes, that’s right! There are more options for breakfast than bacon and eggs.…
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5 Best Spots for Western-Style Sushi Rolls
Updated: Locations Updated in 2024. If you’re craving Western-style sushi in South Korea, Pyeongtaek is the place to be. This bustling city offers a variety of restaurants serving American-Japanese fusion dishes, complete with large, Western-style sushi menus. About Westernized Sushi in Pyeongtaek At South of Seoul, many of us are passionate about sushi and sashimi—whether it’s traditional Korean, authentic Japanese, or Westernized versions. Each style has its own unique charm, and we often find ourselves craving different variations throughout the day. Western Sushi Options in Pyeongtaek Continue to Grow In…
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Therapy Options for Expats
Updated: November, 2019 Living abroad is filled with all kinds of stress. There is no way around it and there is no shame it it. Instead of turning to online forums that only feed the insanity, may I recommend therapy as a far more productive option. As a former Social Worker and a current teacher, I wish everyone spent more time in therapy. Mental health is a critical part of well being; like going to the gym or getting a haircut. It’s something to embrace and enjoy on a day…
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4 Types of Spa Experiences around Pyeongtaek
By: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer No stay in Korea is complete without an authentic Korean spa experience. These are places where Koreans come to relax, unwind, and do some serious cleansing. Korean spas and jjimjilbangs (which literally translates to “heated room” in English) are not designed for tourists, though foreigners are always welcome. When you go, don’t expect much to be in English, and employees may redirect you, especially if you are headed to the areas designated for the opposite sex. If you are non-Korean speaking, a good…
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Pyeongtaek Subway Stations
Did you know that Pyeongtaek-si has a variety of subway stops to explore? That’s right, there is more to see than Pyeongtaek Station. Learn a little about Pyeongtaek subway stations in this post. About the Pyeongtaek Subway Stations The Seoul Subway system connects Seoul to other areas around Gyeonggi-do. Pyeongtaek-si exists primarily along Line 1 of the Seoul Subway system along the southern border of Gyeonggi-do. The Line 1 offers 5 subway stops in Pyeongtaek-si. That said, in October of 2024 the Seoul Subway system expanded in Pyeongtaek-si adding a…
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Pyeongtaek Neighborhoods
Get to know a few of Pyeongtaek-si’s most popular neighborhoods. Perfect for those relocating to work for the US Military for either Osan Air Force Base or Camp Humphreys. Additional Articles To Help you Understand Pyeongtaek-si Pyeongtaek Subway Stops How to Use the Subway and Where to Go New to Pyeongtaek? Important information for living your best life Do you realize how big Pyeongtaek is? It is more than a city, it is an administrative district that includes the sea and the mountains to the west. We have many different,…
