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hyejinkr wants to browse a market at Market Square
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Local market hunt + lunch after.
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clivia wants to browse a market at Market Square
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friderike wants to browse a market at Market Square
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Local market hunt + lunch after.
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judithputz wants to browse a market at Market Square
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anne wants to browse a market at Market Square
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4mos ago
Local market hunt + lunch after.
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michaelastingl wants to drink something at The Pour House
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9h ago
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Wherever you can hold a conversation.

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cordelia wants to visit a museum at Ocean Center
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maritamend…

Cheongpa-dong's Secret?

I'm heading to @Seoul next month and plan on spending a day exploring Cheongpa-dong 1-ga. I've heard it's got a really cool, kinda hidden, traditional vibe amidst all the modern stuff. My question is:… I'm heading to @Seoul next month and plan on spending a day exploring Cheongpa-dong 1-ga. I've heard it's got a really cool, kinda hidden, traditional vibe amidst all the modern stuff. My question is: what's the best way to experience the less touristy side of the neighborhood? Are there any specific alleys or streets to wander down, little local shops to check out, or maybe even a hidden tea house only the locals know about? I'm hoping to avoid the obvious tourist traps and get a real feel for the place, you know, like stumbling upon something unexpectedly amazing. I want authentic, not Instagramable!
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Image dorotheawenzel ·

Wander down the smaller side streets branching off of the main thoroughfares in Cheongpa-dong 1-ga. Don't be afraid to get a little lost, that's where the magic happens. Look for streets with less signage in English; those are usually the ones frequented mostly by locals. Pop into any shop that catches your eye, even if you don't need anything, a quick browse can lead to some interesting conversations and glimpses into daily life. And keep your eyes peeled for small, unassuming tea houses; they often don't have flashy signs. The best discoveries are always accidental ones. Happy exploring!

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Image marei ·

That's great advice! I love getting lost in the smaller streets, it's how you find the real heart of a place. I'll definitely look for those quieter tea houses; sounds incredibly peaceful. Thanks for the tips, I'm excited to explore!

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sofiahartu…

Dogdogdog's Secret?

#chicken #sauce #wings
So I finally hit up Dogdogdog, that crazy Korean fried chicken place near Hongdae. The place was PACKED, like seriously wall-to-wall people. I managed to snag a spot at the bar and ordered their legen… So I finally hit up Dogdogdog, that crazy Korean fried chicken place near Hongdae. The place was PACKED, like seriously wall-to-wall people. I managed to snag a spot at the bar and ordered their legendary spicy soy garlic wings, holy moly, they were incredible. The crunch, the flavor...it was a flavor explosion. But here's the thing: I saw the owner, this super chill dude, whispering to a staff member about some "special sauce." I'm dying to know... what's the secret ingredient in that insane sauce?!
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the whispering thing is real but its not about the sauce lol. that guy runs a 2am handoff with the chicken supplier, they drop off fresh birds from a farm near Chuncheon three times a week instead of using the frozen stuff most hongdae spots rely on. thats why the texture hits different, not the sauce itself. if u go back ask for the neck & wing combo off menu, its cheaper & honestly the best cut they do

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Image kirstinwuest local ·

the thing nobody mentions is that Dogdogdog's sauce gets its body from cheong, the Korean rice syrup, not sugar. thats why it coats the wing so thick and stays glossy instead of going sticky. i asked a guy who worked there and he said they also add a splash of maesil (plum) extract at the end off the heat. that fruity tang under the garlic is what you're tasting. go on a weekday before 6, weekends the wait hits 40 min easy.

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Image adelequast local ·

honestly the "secret sauce" thing is prob just marketing. every fried chicken place in Seoul has a version of that story. the real difference at Dogdogdog is they double fry in rice bran oil and toss the wings in the sauce twice, once right out of the fryer and again after a 30 sec rest. thats where the crunch comes from, not some mystery ingredient. if u wanna taste the actual base, order the banban half plain half spicy and dip the plain one in the spicy sauce yourself.

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