Just another world from Ploy's view
After a decade of living in the heart of Seoul, I’ve navigated my fair share of smoke-filled BBQ joints. From the high-end luxury spots in Gangnam to the hidden “hole-in-the-wall” gems in Mapo, I thought I had seen—and tasted—it all. But then I found 백년갈비 (Baeknyeon Galbi) Sinjeong branch, and frankly, the leaderboard has been …
We are in the last week of March, and Seoul is beautifully undergoing its annual spring magic. While the famous cherry blossoms are still shyly budding, the magnolias have stepped up to take center stage! If you are visiting the city this week, you will likely notice white “popcorns” of magnolia flowers popping up at …
Spring in Seoul is always a race against time, but sometimes the best views aren’t the ones on the “Top 10” lists—they’re the ones you stumble upon while simply getting to know your new home. We recently moved into the Guro-gu area, and as the air started to lose its winter chill, we headed out …
With only four winter days to explore Hakuba for the first time, we decided to dedicate each day to a different resort. Naturally, we saved a spectacular ‘bluebird’ day for the legendary summit of Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field. In this post, I’ll walk you through our entire journey—from the first morning lift …
The Koriko Cafe Yeonnam branch has been on my Seoul cafe bucket list for quite some time, and finally, this Spring, I eventually got to tick it off the list. In this post, I am going to share the lovely experience and tell you why the blooming season is the perfect time to visit this …
You know spring is in full swing in Seoul, South Korea, when the days grow longer, the air turns warmer, and the 벚꽃 (bot-ggot), the Korean word for cherry blossoms, begin to bloom. It’s the season that breathes life back into my sluggish social media presence after a seemingly endless winter hibernation. The moment I spot the …
Spring in Seoul is officially in the air, and if you are anything like me, you are already counting down the days until the city is blanketed in soft pink petals. While places like Yeouido or Seokchon Lake get all the fame, my absolute favorite area to witness the peak is Hapjeong. What makes Hapjeong …
Busan is a city where rugged mountains meet the sparkling East Sea, and sleek skyscrapers stand right next to colorful, winding alleys. If you’re planning a trip to Korea’s second-largest city, you’re in for a treat. From savory pork broths to “Santuorini-esque” views, here is your ultimate guide to exploring Busan like a local. 1. …
While the world raves about Korea’s cherry blossoms in April, those in the know understand that the real herald of spring is the humble, hardy plum blossom (maehwa). Before the cherry trees even think about budding, the plum trees burst into a fragrant display of whites, pinks, and deep magentas. There’s a certain poeticism to …
We are officially in the middle of the third chapter of 2026—March! In Seoul, the air is softening, the breeze is getting warmer, and if you look closely, the city is waking up with hints of green and tiny flower buds. Due to the unusual warmth we’ve been experiencing this year, the blossoms have made …