I haven’t been to many places where I’ve felt such a cohesive blend of old and new, but South Korea is one of them. Steeped with 5000 years of culture and history, but integrated with modern music, technology, and infrastructure, it’s a country that surprised and delighted me at every turn.
And Seoul? It’s one of my favourite cities in the world. If you think New York City is the place that never sleeps, just wait until you arrive in Seoul. During my first visit to the country, I landed in the South Korean capital expecting to spend three or four days in town, but ended up leaving after three weeks. Yes, I loved this city so much that I simply couldn’t bring myself to leave.
The street food culture in South Korea makes up a prominent part of the country’s food scene. Not only is the street food in South Korea delicious, it’s also relatively affordable which makes it great for backpackers or those simply traveling on a restrictive budget.
South Korean street food, often referred to as “pojangmacha” or “bunsik,” can be found in various locations throughout the country, including its bustling markets such as the Sinpo International Market which offers up many traditional Korean snacks, shopping districts, and in and around popular tourist attractions.
Vibrant flavors and unique combinations come together to create dishes and snacks that are simply fun and adventurous to eat. Each region of South Korea also has its own specialty street food items, which means variety around every corner
We’ve been to Korea three times in over four years and have tried many tasty Korean dishes, the best and most interesting of which are listed in this South Korean food guide.
If you’re visiting South Korea and want to experience as wide a range of Korean food as possible, then this article will be very useful to you...
