FOOD AND DRINK Persimmon9: The Ultimate Brunch Cafe in Cheongdo Posted on September 3, 2023December 23, 2025 The Scenic Charm and Yummy Brunch Options at Persimmon9 Cafe Just beyond the mountains and thick greenery, Persimmon9 Cafe sat on a quiet hill along a winding road. Afterward, the view opened to soft slopes and peaceful valleys. As we got closer, I felt a calm settle in while walking… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Exploring Gwangju: How to Unveil its Uniquely Korean Personality Posted on September 2, 2023December 23, 2025 Embark on a journey to Gwangju, where tradition meets modernity in a captivating split personality. Discover the allure of this unique city. Read more
CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES Chimac Festival– Why Chicken and Beer is So Popular in Daegu Posted on August 31, 2023December 23, 2025 The Chimac Festival in Daegu is highly praised as one of Korea’s top 10 festivals. But what exactly is the Chimac Festival, and why does it occur in Daegu instead of Seoul or Busan? Chimac stands for chicken (chi) and mac (beer), a loved combination in South Korea. It’s so… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Soumou Cafe— Unique Blend of Garden and Modern Vibes Posted on August 27, 2023December 23, 2025 During my recent visit to Soumou, nestled within the scenic embrace of Geumjandi Farm, Qingdao Cheongdo, I was captivated by its picturesque setting and its remarkable dual identity. Soumou, open for less than a month, deftly combines two contrasting yet complementary identities. It serves as a Traditional Garden Shop, boasting expansive mountain views. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES CG Bon: The Ultimate Brunch Cafe in Daegu Posted on August 26, 2023December 23, 2025 CG Bon is a two-story, warehouse-style brunch cafe and bakery serving pasta, salads, bread, and pastries, a local favorite on Sundays. The cafe serves brunch, offering salads, pasta, desserts, and coffee. The two-story restaurant offers traditional table seating with various chairs, benches, and Korean platforms. CG Bon is one of the original OG cafes in the city. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK Objeto Cafe: The Ultimate Brunch Duo in Cheongdo Posted on August 25, 2023December 23, 2025 Objeto Brunch Cafe in Cheongdo I stopped in Objeto Brunch Cafe in Cheongdo a few years ago when my phone was dying, and I needed it to navigate home. I grabbed a coffee while my phone charged, sitting near the window because of the expansive view, which was far more… Read more
FOOD AND DRINK The Peak Pleasures: Unparalleled Views at Landscape Cafe Posted on August 20, 2023December 23, 2025 The Landscape Cafe is a beautiful brand-new cafe in the mountains of the Qingdao area of Cheongdo. The name doesn’t quite encapsulate the view. And unfortunately, neither do my efforts to capture its beautiful landscape between my lenses. Yet, as I persist, I implore you to visit this and some of my other favorite countryside cafes in this fabulous town. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK Panorama Forest 180: The Ultimate Cafe in the Sky Posted on August 19, 2023December 24, 2025 My favorite aspect of Panorama Forest 180 is not only the delightful smell of coffee, rich soil, and the faint hint of my signature scent from my last trip to Singapore but also the opportunity to sit in my air-conditioned adult treehouse. In this whimsical space, I let my imagination soar, effortlessly picking up the story right where I left off. Read more