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Read guide →Korean cuisine (hansik) is built around balance — fermented sides (banchan), a steaming bowl of rice, and a main dish that changes with the season. Meals are served all at once rather than in courses, and sharing dishes at the table is the norm. The depth of flavor comes from slow-fermented pastes like doenjang (soybean) and gochujang (chili), which form the backbone of soups, stews, and marinades across the country.
Gangdong-gu in southeastern Seoul is a family-oriented district known for its community markets and traditional Korean restaurants. Cheonho Market offers one of Seoul's best selections of traditional banchan, grilled fish, and home-style Korean cooking away from the tourist circuit.
The food was delicious and the portions were generous, so I was completely full. The staff was also friendly, so I was able to enjoy my meal in a pleasant mood!
I found a truly delicious chicken feet restaurant in Cheonho! 119 Chicken Feet Cheonho Main Branch, a chain that's been around for 18 years. I ordered grilled chicken feet, and the smoky flavor was truly exquisite. The secret lies in the homemade seasoning made with 12 ingredients! It was just the right amount of spicy, and I couldn't stop reaching for more. The boneless grilled chicken feet are highly recommended for those who don't want to bother with the bones! The special sauce and direct flame grilling gave them a deeper flavor. Spicy dishes are a must-have for steamed eggs! The soft and moist steamed eggs perfectly balance out the spiciness. Don't miss the rice balls! The savory combination of seaweed flakes, flying fish roe, and sesame salt is truly exquisite. Participate in a receipt review and win a lucky draw! Military personnel, firefighters, children, and college students should definitely grab a Naver coupon.
