Since we still had a little time after visiting Gyeongbokgung, we went to a different district within Seoul called Myeongdong. It is an area that is famous for its shopping. We didn't do much serious shopping, mostly just the 'window' variety.
We did get really lucky at an underground area where we found all sorts of wonderfully cheap and tacky Korean souvenirs that I haven't been able to find anywhere else. Splurged on an "I Heart Korea" t-shirt that I love.
And food. There was food.
It was around supper time so instead of deciding on a sit down restaurant, we treated ourselves to all kinds of different 'street food.' Shopping clearly draws a crowd and works up an appetite so there are plenty of street vendors set up all along the roads to please all sorts of tastebuds. It's all really cheap and delicious, too. Totally fat free.
I dedicate this post to all of the wonderful food finds that I was able to share with Ivonne. Foods that I definitely recommend if you ever find yourself in Korea.
We only had space in our bellies for a few things that day, so here are our favourites:
Fish Bread
Basically a deep fried, fish-shaped pastry with has a sweet red bean paste on the inside. I know, I know. Red bean paste? What even is that. Don't knock it till you try it. They smell amazing.
Tornado Potato
A potato that's been cut into a swirl, skewered, deep fried, and then dipped into magical addictive powder disguised as BBQ or Onion flavours. Don't let them fool you. This particular one is the hot dog version for a more complete meal.
Hotteok
Kinda like a pancake with sweet syrup and nuts inside. Can be messy and is served quite hot so they put it in a convenient little cup for ya. So good.
Getting there:
(for future reference)
-Myeongdong (명동) Address:
30 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul-si
서울특별시 중구 을지로 30 (남대문로2가)
Subway options-
Take Subway Line 4 to Myeong-dong Station, Exit 5, 6, 7, or 8. (We used this option to exit 5)
Or, take Subway Line 2 to Euljiro Il-ga Station, Exit 5.
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