Korean Grandma’s Cozy Life

Korean sweet potato leaves recipe 🌿: a simple stir-fry with garlic, onion, and soy sauce. Nutritious summer side dish, rich in vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants — a true Korean superfood.Most people outside Asia are surprised when I tell them we eat sweet potato leaves.In many countries, only the root is eaten — baked, roasted, or mashed.But in Korea, the young leaves and tender stems become a ..

Dog vomiting yellow bile in the morning? 🐶 Learn about bilious vomiting syndrome (empty stomach vomiting), Shih Tzu care tips, prevention methods, and when to call the vet.As a dog mom in my 70s, I was really worried when my Shih Tzu, Creamy, occasionally threw up yellow, foamy liquid early in the morning. At first, I thought something was seriously wrong. He was eating well and seemed energeti..

Dog allergy care 🐶: My Shih Tzu Creamy struggled with itchy skin and ear allergies. Here’s my review of Virbac Allermyl SIS Shampoo, bathing tips, and results after use.When you raise a dog like your own family, the hardest part is watching them struggle with allergies. 강아지 알러지 검사 결과 공개 | 비용·증상·사료 변경 후기 (시츄 크림이 이야기)“입양 후부터 눈이 충혈되고 몸을 긁던 크림이… 단순 피부병인 줄 알았지만, 원인은 ‘알러지’였습니다....blog.naver.comI’m in..

Korean eggplant side dish 🍆 Gaji Muchim recipe: simple steamed eggplants seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes — a healthy vegan Korean summer banchan.When I was a little girl, my mother always told me, “The best food is the simple food.”And she was right. In the hot Korean summer, eggplants were always on our table.Soft, gentle, easy to digest… they filled our stomach w..

Korean cucumber pickles 🥒 Oi-ji recipe: learn how to salt and ferment cucumbers into crunchy golden pickles, plus a spicy Oi-ji Muchim salad — a refreshing Korean summer side dish.🥒 Cucumbers Growing in My Summer GardenEvery summer, my little backyard fills with cucumbers. I still remember the joy of seeing them hang heavy and green under the sun.Not long ago, I shared my recipe for Makgeolli ..

Broadway comes to Seoul 🎶: 42nd Street at Charlotte Theater (July–Sept 2025) brings tap-dancing energy, Korean cast brilliance, and a must-see musical experience in Jamsil.Even in my seventies, I still believe life has new joys to offer. Recently, I stepped into Charlotte Theater in Jamsil, Seoul, to see one of Broadway’s most iconic musicals: 42nd Street.Many know this show from New York and L..

Shih Tzu owners 🐶: A white bump on my dog’s tongue had me fearing cancer. Vet tests revealed calcinosis instead. Learn symptoms, causes, surgery, and recovery tips for dogs.😨 The Scary DiscoveryWhen I first spotted a strange white bump on the tip of my Shih Tzu’s tongue, my heart dropped.My very first thought? Cancer.Every meal, every time he stuck his tongue out, that little bump reminded me ..

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..