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North Korea Posted by Ginny on Oct 26, 2008
For the past couple of posts I’ve referred to the word “Korea” many times. For most of those times I’ve used “Korea” to refer to the Republic of South Korea. Today, I’m going to talk about North Korea. Now, before I begin, I just want to preface this blog by saying that I don’t want…
Soju (소주) Posted by Ginny on Oct 25, 2008
Now, enough with the serious posts and on with the fun posts! Today I’m going to talk about everybody’s favorite subject: alcohol. (Well, maybe not everybody’s favorite!) Since this is a Korean blog, let me introduce an alcoholic beverage native to Korea. It is called soju (소주). Soju (소주) is mainly made from rice, but other starches such as potatoes…
Hangul (한글) Day Posted by Ginny on Oct 24, 2008
Hangul nal (한글 날) which in English means Hangul Day, is commemorated on the ninth of October. The word han (한) means Korean and the word kul (글) means script, while nal (날) = day. Altogether Hangul Day (한글 날) means Korean script day. Hangul Day commemorates the creation of the modern Korean alphabet system. …
Kimchee (김치) Posted by Ginny on Oct 22, 2008
This wouldn’t be a Korean blog without a mention of kimchee (김치) or fermented napa cabbages mixed with garlic, red pepper powder, salt and green onions. If you ever decide to make kimchee (김치), be aware that it can take about a day or several days to soak the cabbages in water. This is done…
JJimjilbang (찜질방)Part 1 Posted by Ginny on Oct 22, 2008
Today’s topic will be on Korean saunas or jjimjilbang (찜질방). Korean saunas are quite enjoyable. I always recommend my students to try it at least once, especially if they’re ever stopping by in Korea. Jjimjilbang’s(찜질방) vary in size and quality. Usually the most basic jjimjilbang’s (찜질방) charge about 10 U.S. dollars or less, while the…
Boshintang (보신탕) Posted by Ginny on Oct 22, 2008
What is boshintang (보신탕)? For those of you who have a weak stomach, read at your own risk… Boshintang (보신탕) is a Korean stew that is infamous for its primary ingredient. Can you guess what it is? I’ll give you a hint. It’s man’s best friend, but it’s not the horse. If you haven’t guessed it already the…