Korean Grandma’s Cozy Life

Seoul food guide 🍖: Seongbukdong Myeonok is a hidden gem near Bukchon & Samcheongdong, famous for galbijjim (braised short ribs) and naengmyeon (cold noodles), loved by locals and families.✨ Why This Place MattersWhen people think of Korean food in Seoul, they imagine street food or BBQ. But tucked away in a quiet neighborhood near Bukchon and Samcheongdong lies Seongbukdong Myeonok, a restaura..

Korean Makgeolli Bread (Sul-ppang) 🥯: a soft, fluffy steamed bread made with rice wine instead of yeast. Healthy, probiotic-rich, and easy with mugwort or pumpkin raisin variations.🍞 Korean Makgeolli Bread (Sul-ppang, 술빵) — A Steamed Bread with a TwistLooking for a healthy, unique homemade snack that’s both comforting and packed with flavor?Previously, I shared my recipe for Sweet Potato Stem ..

Ulsan seafood guide 🦑🐟: Suhyup Canteen near Seuldo Harbor offers fresh Gajami Jorim (braised flounder), Mi-juguri raw fish salad, spacious parking, and a true local dining experience.🐟 Why Locals Love This PlaceWhen it comes to Ulsan food recommendations, locals almost always point you to Suhyup Canteen.Located right by the harbor near Seuldo, it’s not just a place to eat but a spot to enjoy ..

Sweet Potato Stem Kimchi recipe from Korea 🥬. A healthy, authentic Jeolla-style summer kimchi made with chili flakes, anchovy sauce, and sweet rice paste — born from resilience after floods.🌱 A Taste of Resilience: Sweet Potato Stem Kimchi RecipeWhen the summer floods swept through my small garden in Korea, I thought I had lost everything. The peppers, eggplants, and cucumbers were drowning un..

Shih Tzu guide for new owners 🐶: key facts, grooming and health care tips, adoption advice, and Creamy’s inspiring transformation from rescue to happy companion.IntroductionIn September 2023, I welcomed Creamy, a brown-and-white Shih Tzu, into my home.When I first met him, the vet explained that he had likely been kept in an unsanitary wire cage (puppy mill environment), which had affected his ..