Housemade bread takes spotlight at new southern French-inspired spot

We have entered February, the month of love. Chocolate may be the popular Valentine’s Day currency, but think outside the chocolate box, think sensual, think pommes d’amour, French for apples of love. In Italian, they say pomo d’oro, apples of gold. We know them in English as tomatoes.Like apples, tomatoes are, botanically speaking, fruit, and they love us right back. They’re low-calorie, high-fiber and super-high in antioxidants, vitamin C and biotin, nutrients necessary for glowing skin and ha

Around the HotelsLunar New Year’s packageat Grand Hilton Seoul Hotel Grand Hilton Seoul Hotel is presenting a selection of Lunar New Year packages from Feb. 17 to 22. The Bok (“luck”) Package I includes a one-night stay at a Deluxe Room, a complimentary selfie-stick, and traditional Korean tea for two with a choice of ginger, ginseng, ssanghwa, jujube or yuzu tea. The Bok Package II provides an additional breakfast for two at the buffet restaurant. Free access to the fitness club and swimming po

Dissecting the Herme macarons with the man behind the famous treats

Yukjeon is a type of jeon (pan-fried battered food) that’s made with thinly sliced beef. It’s a traditional holiday dish. In this recipe, I began by marinating the beef slices in a soy-based sauce. Next, I dredged them in sweet rice flour to create a thin skin, and then pan-fried. You can make yukjeon in egg batter if you like, but the beef flavor stands out better without the egg. You can use pre-sliced bulgogi meat, but make sure it’s not too thin or fatty. Enjoy it as part of your Lunar New Y

British-inspired eats at new restaurant in Seorae Village

From 40-year-old classics to honey-and-butter-flavored chips, bags of goodies lure Korean consumers

Eating seasonally and locally is a great way to maintain a healthy diet, observes a veteran food consultant and Korea’s first accredited vegetable sommelier. “To me, superfoods are local foods grown in season. They taste better, are cheaper and rich in nutrition,” Kim Eun-kyung, president of the Korea Vegetable Sommelier Association, told The Korea Herald.The 49-year-old fruit and veggie guru said that fruit and vegetables eaten in season have a higher phytochemical content and contain more nutr

The roasted pork chops with green beans and potatoes (TNS)Ease of preparation is a big selling point for home cooks, which explains our love of slow cooker dinners and one-pot meals.Today’s version of that quick and easy kitchen savior is the sheet pan supper: all the ingredients (protein, vegetables and starch) are placed together on a sturdy, rimmed baking sheet, put in the oven, and a short time later, dinner is served.The technique has been turning up everywhere: New York Times food columnis

Hip new coffee shop in Seoul’s Cheongdam-dong

Luxury gift sets at Millennium Seoul HiltonIn celebration of the Lunar New Year, Millennium Seoul Hilton is offering a sale on luxury gift sets from Jan. 13 to Feb. 17. The top-grade galbi sets consist of prime-grade hanwoo beef, Australian wagyu and American beef, with prices ranging from 420,000 won to 1.2 million won. The yellow croaker with roe sets are priced at 360,000 won to 680,000 won. Premium food gift sets include preserved abalone from Wando Island, crabs marinated in soy sauce and L

Daegu jiri is a delicate stew made with codfish, or “daegu.” Cod is mild-flavored and has white flaky flesh. It’s a popular choice for Korean fish stews. There are two types of stew made with cod ― spicy (daegu maeuntang) and mild (daegu jiri or malgeuntang). Daegu jiri is enjoyed for its subtle yet deep flavor! I usually use anchovy broth to add depth to the stew. The broth should be light to let the natural taste of the fresh cod stand out. Throw in a couple of clams or shrimp. They can add a

‘Happy Hour Canapé Buffet’ at The Plaza Hotel Seoul The Lounge, The Plaza Hotel Seoul’s stylish café & bar located on the lobby floor, is presenting a happy hour promotion with a full canapé buffet and unlimited beverages. Drinks consist of Southern French specialty wine Le Benjamin de Puech-Haut, Scotch whisky Ballantine’s, draft beers and more. A buffet with over 15 kinds of canapés and finger foods will be available, including assorted cheese sticks, Caesar salad, smoked salmon avocado rolls,